Social Activist Gaade Innayya Arrested by NIA on Sedition, UAPA Charges

• Social activist Gaade Innayya, a former Maoist, was arrested by NIA officials from his orphanage in Jangaon district.
• The arrest follows allegations of his continued links with Maoists and a complaint from the Union Home Ministry.
• Innayya is accused of criticizing the central government and Amit Shah at the funeral of Maoist leader Katha Ramachandra Reddy alias Vikalp.
• Cases under stringent sections like sedition and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) have been registered against him.
• He is currently being shifted to Hyderabad to be produced before the Nampally Court.

Why It Matters: Gaade Innayya faces sedition and UAPA charges after his arrest by NIA, sparking debate.