Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao was brutally stabbed 73 times by his US-returned grandson, Kirti Teja, in a shocking Hyderabad property dispute. Learn about the tragic incident, family feud, and ongoing investigation.
Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao Brutally Murdered: US-Returned Grandson Stabs Him 73 Times in Hyderabad Property Dispute
In a shocking and tragic incident, Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao, a prominent industrialist, was brutally murdered by his own grandson, Kirti Teja, in Hyderabad. The horrific attack, which left Rao stabbed 73 times, was the result of a bitter property dispute within the family. Rao’s daughter, Sarojini Devi, was also injured during the altercation and is currently undergoing treatment. The police have arrested Kirti Teja, who reportedly has a history of drug addiction, and are investigating the case further.
The Incident: A Family Feud Turns Violent
The tragic incident occurred at Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao’s residence in Somajiguda on Thursday night. Rao, an 86-year-old industrialist and founder of the Veljan Group, had been living in the area for several years. His grandson, Kirti Teja, allegedly harbored resentment over the distribution of family property.
According to the Panjagutta police, Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao had recently appointed his eldest daughter’s son, Srikrishna, as the director of Veljan Group. He had also transferred shares worth Rs. 4 crore to Kirti Teja, the son of his other daughter, Sarojini Devi. However, this did not sit well with Kirti Teja, who accused his grandfather of unfair treatment in the inheritance.
The Brutal Attack
On Thursday evening, Sarojini Devi and her son Kirti Teja visited Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao’s residence. What began as a conversation about property distribution quickly escalated into a heated argument. Kirti Teja, enraged by the perceived injustice, allegedly grabbed a knife and stabbed his grandfather 73 times in a fit of rage.
Sarojini Devi, who had stepped away to prepare tea for her father, returned to find her son attacking Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao. She tried to intervene but was also stabbed four times by Kirti Teja. A security guard, Veera Babu, witnessed the horrific scene but was threatened by the accused and unable to stop the attack.
After the brutal assault, Kirti Teja fled the scene. Other family members arrived later and discovered Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao’s lifeless body. Sarojini Devi was rushed to a private hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment for her injuries.
Police Investigation and Arrest
The Hyderabad police swiftly registered a murder case and launched an investigation into the incident. Preliminary findings suggest that Kirti Teja, who recently returned to Hyderabad after completing his Master’s degree in the USA, may have a history of drug addiction. This has raised questions about his mental state and motives behind the attack.
On Saturday, the police arrested Kirti Teja and took him into custody for further questioning. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities delving deeper into the property dispute and the accused’s background.
A Family Torn Apart
The tragic incident has left the Veljan family shattered. Veljan Group’s Janardhan Rao, a respected industrialist, met a gruesome end at the hands of his own grandson. The dispute over property shares, a common issue in many families, has now resulted in an irreparable loss.
As the investigation continues, the case serves as a grim reminder of how unresolved family conflicts can spiral out of control, leading to devastating consequences. The Hyderabad police are working to uncover the full story behind this heart-breaking tragedy.
