YouTuber quits as T'gana tourism brand ambassador after row

After controversy erupted over her appointment as brand ambassador of Telangana tourism, Bigg Boss (Telugu) 4 contestant and YouTube influencer Alekhya Harika on Thursday announced that she is giving up the post "due to some reasons".

In a video message posted on social media, she said "she was not continuing (on the post) due to some reasons". She thanked all those who supported her.

"As you all know, was appointed for promoting and marketing the tourism dept hotels and properties earlier but then will not be continuing it further due to several other reasons. And thanks to all my well-wishers, and sorry for all the disappointment, love u all," Harika tweeted.

Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC) had announced Harika's appointment as brand ambassador on International Women's Day on Monday.