Astrologer and self-styled ‘Godman’ Ashok Kharat was arrested in the s*xual harassment case involving many women. He is currently in police custody, and the court recently extended his custody until April 14. There were reports about many videos leaking on adult sites, and the recent reports suggest that victims are also depressed due to the vidoes surfacing. The Maharashtra cyber police has assured that it will prevent further leaks. Read here for more about it.
Ashok Kharat Videos Leak
According to news reports, many videos surfaced on over 170 adult sites, and the victims continued to face harassment. They also opted for a work-from-home and hesitated to step out. Now, as per a TV9 Marathi report, some victims are also ‘depressed’ due to the online leak of videos. As per the report, the SIT has assured the victims of safety and has promised them justice. On the other hand, the Maharashtra Cyber Cell is currently working to prevent further leaks of Ashok Kharat’s videos online. The report also revealed that at least 8 women who were victims of Ashok Kharat had taken the help of psychiatrists to deal with the trauma.
As per the news reports, police are currently questioning the victims, and they have been asked to handle the cases with sensitivity. The police have also urged everyone not to forward or entertain the videos surfacing online. They have also warned of strict legal actions against anyone breaking the law.
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The police are also looking into Kharat’s mobile data and financial transactions to understand his network and dealings. Many FIRs of harassment and cheating have been filed against him, and his son was arrested. Ashok Kharat’s wife has been absconding, as per news reports.