Pastor Praveen Pagadala, a renowned Christian preacher in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, was found dead under suspicious circumstances near Rajahmundry on March 25, 2025.
He was on his way to attend a Christian convention at Chagallu on a two-wheeler when his body was later discovered.
The initial police report suggested it was a road accident, but many, including his followers and some political figures, have raised concerns about foul play.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu ordered a thorough investigation into the incident.
Tensions rose in Secunderabad as followers gathered to pay their last respects and demanded a detailed probe into the preacher's death.
Christian community leaders also expressed serious concern over the suspicious death of Pastor Praveen Pagadala and advocated for a thorough investigation.