Ashok Vemulapalli, a journalist and BIG TV Chief Editor, has resigned, triggering discussion in media circles.
He said his decision was based on personal reasons and stressed that no controversy was behind his exit. However, his resignation has sparked speculation.
Some observers believe his departure may be linked to BIG TV’s coverage of Andhra Pradesh DSC recruitment scam, which reportedly put Minister Nara Lokesh in an uncomfortable position. These claims remain publicly unconfirmed so far.
Questions are also being raised over BIG TV’s perceived political positioning.
The channel is widely seen as sympathetic to the Congress side in Telangana, leading some observers to wonder whether internal developments, and the supposed personal relationship between Revanth Reddy and Nara Lokesh, played a role in Vemulapalli’s exit. No public evidence confirms this.
In his emotional post, Vemulapalli recalled more than two decades in journalism.
He said he changed jobs six times because he refused to compromise on self-respect and principles. He described becoming BIG TV’s Chief Editor as a proud moment for his family.
Vemulapalli said leaving the top position was painful but necessary. He has not decided whether to join another channel or start something independently.
He thanked colleagues, well-wishers and supporters, and said time would decide the next direction of his journalism journey.
