Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu orders strict action after woman tied to tree over unpaid debt in Chittoor

ANI June 17, 2025 416 views

A shocking incident in Andhra Pradesh's Chittoor district saw a woman tied to a tree over unpaid debt. The victim, Shireesha, was publicly humiliated after her husband abandoned her with the loan burden. CM Naidu intervened immediately, ordering arrests and victim protection as videos went viral. Four accused including the moneylender's family now face legal action.

"Take strict legal action against all accused and ensure victim protection" – CM Chandrababu Naidu
Chittoor, June 17: A horrifying incident has come to light from Narayanapuram village in Kuppam mandal, Chittoor district, part of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's constituency, where a woman was tied to a tree and assaulted over an unpaid debt.

Key Points

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Woman assaulted over Rs 80,000 unpaid loan

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Viral video sparks outrage in Naidu's constituency

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Accused family arrested within hours

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CM directs police to prevent repeat incidents

The victim, Shireesha, aged 25 years old, and her husband Thimmarayappa had borrowed Rs 80,000 three years ago from Muni Kannappa, a resident of the same village. Unable to repay the loan, Thimmarayappa abandoned his wife and children and left the village. Since then, Shireesha has been supporting her children by working as a daily wage labourer, while trying to repay the debt.

Recently, Shireesha was verbally abused by Muni Kannappa for failing to repay the loan. When she objected, he reportedly dragged her away and tied her to a neem tree with a rope, demanding that she explain when she would repay the money. While the eyewitnesses confirmed the assault.

Photos and videos of the incident went viral on social media, sparking outrage. Netizens criticised the brutal act, questioning how such a heinous crime could occur in the Chief Minister's own constituency and expressing concern for law and order across the state.

In response, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu immediately spoke with the district Superintendent of Police (SP) over the phone and instructed him to take strict and swift action against the perpetrators. The SP informed the Chief Minister that the accused had already been taken into custody.

CM Naidu gave clear instructions to take strict legal action against all the accused, give full support and protection to the victim and her family, and take steps to stop such incidents from happening again.

A case has been registered against Muni Kannappa, his wife Venkataamma, their son Raja, and daughter-in-law Jagadeeshwari, confirmed by the Kuppam Urban Inspector Shankarayya.

Reader Comments

Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the news article:
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Priya K.
Absolutely shameful! No matter the debt, no human deserves this treatment. The husband abandoning his family is equally disgraceful. Hope the CM ensures strict punishment and provides financial aid to the poor woman. 🙏
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Rahul S.
This happened in CM's own constituency? Shows how deep the rot goes. While action was swift this time, we need systemic changes to prevent such atrocities against women. Loan sharks must be regulated strictly.
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Sunita M.
Heartbreaking to see a mother treated like this while trying to feed her children. Where are the local authorities? Such incidents keep happening because culprits think they can get away with it. Hope justice is served quickly.
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Vikram J.
While the act is condemnable, we must also think why people take loans from private lenders instead of banks. The system fails poor people, forcing them into such situations. Financial inclusion is the need of the hour.
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Ananya P.
The whole family participated in this crime? Shocking! They should be made an example of. Also, social media did good by making this viral - sometimes public pressure is needed for action. #JusticeForShireesha
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Karthik R.
CM's quick response is appreciated, but why wait for social media outrage? Local police should have acted immediately. We need better grassroots policing and awareness about legal loan recovery methods.

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