Self-styled Godman Ashokkumar Kharat Allegedly Exploited Women Using Fear and Superstition
Kharat used divine power claims, fear of death to sexually exploit women: SIT
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Ashokkumar Kharat, a self-proclaimed godman, allegedly used threats of death and claims of divine powers to sexually exploit women, as detailed in over 2,000 pages of chargesheets filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Nashik, Maharashtra, India. The investigation includes statements from over 105 witnesses and multiple cases against Kharat.
- 01Ashokkumar Kharat allegedly exploited women using fear tactics and claims of supernatural abilities.
- 02The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has filed over 2,000 pages of chargesheets detailing the allegations.
- 03Kharat faces 17 cases in total, with nine related to sexual exploitation.
- 04The SIT has removed over 13,000 objectionable social media links related to the victims.
- 05Kharat is currently in judicial custody while investigations continue.
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Ashokkumar Kharat, known as 'Captain', is accused of sexually exploiting women by leveraging their religious beliefs and instilling fear through threats of death and curses. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Nashik, Maharashtra, has filed more than 2,000 pages of chargesheets in two cases, detailing evidence from over 105 witnesses. The SIT's investigation, initiated by the Maharashtra Director General of Police on March 20, has uncovered that Kharat allegedly used rituals and staged miracles to manipulate his followers. He faces 17 cases across Nashik and Ahilyanagar districts, with nine related to sexual exploitation. The SIT has also blocked 451 social media accounts for spreading objectionable content about the victims. While Kharat is currently in judicial custody, the investigation remains ongoing, and supplementary chargesheets may be filed as new evidence emerges.
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This case highlights the serious issue of exploitation under the guise of religious faith, affecting many women and their families in the region.
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