Hyderabad, Jan. 10 -- Telangana Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Saturday, January 10, said that false propaganda was being spread against him on social media, refuting claims that he is linked with an IAS officer. He criticised the broadcast of "objectionable claims" and urged the media to follow responsible journalism.

Recently, vernacular channels in the state aired stories about the minister being allegedly involved in an "affair" with a female IAS officer, leading the minister to issue his response.

"It is not appropriate to spread false news that could damage personal reputation.Imagine yourself in the place of that woman officer.What do you achieve by harassing women officers and creating trouble for ministers'...