The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ordered a CBI probe into alleged corruption in the irrigation department. Background: The case began when a petition was filed alleging that officials in the irrigation department had indulged in corrupt practices, causing a loss to the state exchequer. Parties: The petitioner was a social activist, while the respondents included the state government and the irrigation department. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the allegations of corruption were true and whether a CBI probe was necessary. Court observations: The court observed that the allegations were serious and required a thorough investigation. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the need for a thorough investigation into corruption allegations. The court has directed the CBI to conduct a probe and file a report within a period of six months. The petitioner has welcomed the order, stating that it will help to bring the corrupt officials to book. The state government has announced plans to cooperate with the CBI probe, stating that it is committed to rooting out corruption in the irrigation department.