Flames of Suspicion: BJP Alleges Sabotage in Telangana FSL Fire, Demands High-Level Inquiry

A rather unsettling incident unfolded in Hyderabad recently, sending ripples through the political landscape. We're talking about a fire, a significant one, that broke out at the State Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) in Red Hills, Hyderabad. And naturally, it's drawn sharp criticism and calls for accountability, particularly from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Telangana.

It was on a Tuesday, February 28th, when flames reportedly engulfed two rooms on the second floor of the FSL building. Now, here's where things get interesting, and frankly, quite concerning. According to the BJP, led by their state general secretary G. Premender Reddy, this wasn't just some accidental blaze. Oh no, their immediate reaction, quite vocal, was to suspect foul play – outright sabotage, if you will.

Why such a strong suspicion, you might ask? Well, the FSL isn't just any building; it's a repository, a critical storage unit for forensic evidence pertaining to countless criminal cases. And, crucially, it reportedly held evidence for some very high-profile investigations currently being handled by none other than the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). We're talking about cases that have, shall we say, a certain political resonance, including allegations involving Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao's daughter, K. Kavitha.

The BJP's argument hinges on what they perceive as highly suspicious timing and the specific location of the fire. Reddy articulated this clearly, pointing out that it seemed only evidence related to these significant, 'major cases' was the target, or at least, what was reportedly destroyed. It makes one wonder, doesn't it? The sheer coincidence seems almost too convenient to be true, fueling the narrative of an intentional act to obstruct justice.

Given the gravity of the situation and the potential implications for ongoing legal battles, the BJP isn't holding back on their demands. They're not just asking for an inquiry; they're insisting on an independent one. Specifically, they've called for an investigation to be led by a sitting High Court judge or, failing that, by a Central agency. They’ve made it abundantly clear that they have little faith in a state-level probe, viewing it as potentially compromised. Furthermore, they want the authorities to scrutinize every inch of CCTV footage and hold those responsible for this apparent breach of security, and perhaps integrity, fully accountable.

Indeed, while thankfully no casualties were reported and fire personnel managed to bring the blaze under control, and the police registered a case as an accidental fire, the political fallout continues. This incident casts a long shadow, raising serious questions about the security of vital evidence and, more broadly, the very integrity of the justice system in Telangana. The push for a thorough, unbiased investigation is more than just a political talking point; it's a fundamental call for transparency and the upholding of the rule of law.