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Who Is Suraj Revanna? All You Need To Know About His Arrest

June 23, 2024, 3:27 pm

JD(S) MLC Suraj Revanna, son of former Karnataka minister HD Revanna, was arrested by Hassan police on charges of allegedly sodomising a party worker. He was subsequently handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigation.

The arrest followed an FIR filed against Suraj Revanna at the Holenarasipura police station under Section 377 (unnatural sex) of the IPC, based on a complaint from a 27-year-old male party worker.

More About Suraj Revanna

Suraj Revanna hails from a prominent political family in Karnataka, being the brother of former MP Prajwal Revanna and son of JD(S) MLA HD Revanna and Bhavani Revanna. He currently serves as a member of the Karnataka Legislative Council from Hassan district, becoming the 8th member of the Gowda family to enter politics.

The Revanna family has faced controversy following allegations involving Prajwal Revanna and the emergence of alleged obscene videos. Prajwal was arrested by the SIT at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on May 31 upon his return from Germany.

Allegations Against Suraj Revanna

The allegations against Suraj Revanna stem from an incident at his Gannikada farm in Holenarasipura on June 16, where he is accused of committing “unnatural offences” and sexually abusing the party worker.

Suraj Revanna’s Response

Suraj Revanna has refuted the accusations, claiming they are an attempt to extort Rs 5 crore from him. A case of extortion was registered against the JD(S) worker based on a complaint filed by Suraj Revanna’s close associate Shivakumar, who accused the party worker of demanding money in exchange for not filing a false sexual assault case. According to Shivakumar, the man initially demanded Rs 5 crore but later reduced the amount to Rs 2 crore.

Obscene Video Case: Court Orders 14-Day Judicial Custody for Prajwal Revanna

June 18, 2024, 3:12 pm

Suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna has been placed in judicial custody for 14 days by a Karnataka court in connection with a sexual assault and rape case, according to news agency ANI.

The 42nd Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) special court for representatives issued the order on June 18.

Karnataka: 42nd ACMM special court for representatives pronounces 14-days judicial custody for sexual assault and rape accused suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna.

— ANI (@ANI) June 18, 2024

Earlier, the court had remanded the former MP to the custody of the special investigation team (SIT) until June 18. Initially, on June 10, he had been sent to 14 days of judicial custody, but today the SIT requested a body warrant against him related to a cybercrime case.

Prajwal Revanna, aged 33 and the grandson of JD(S) leader and former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, recently lost his bid to retain the Hassan parliamentary constituency in the elections.

Upon returning from Germany on May 31, where he had been since April 27, the SIT officials arrested him at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport. Earlier, following a request from the SIT via the Central Bureau of Investigation, Interpol had issued a ‘Blue Corner Notice’ seeking information on his whereabouts.

Revanna was arrested on April 28 in a case registered against him in Holenarasipura, Hassan district, where he was accused of sexually harassing a 47-year-old former maid. He is identified as accused number two in the case, while his father and MLA, H D Revanna, is the primary accused.

Prajwal Revanna faces charges in three cases of sexual assault, including allegations of rape. The incidents came to light when pen-drives containing explicit videos allegedly involving him were reportedly circulated in Hassan prior to the Lok Sabha polls on April 26.

Obscene Video Case: Court Orders 14-Day Judicial Custody for Prajwal Revanna

June 11, 2024, 12:37 pm

The Karnataka government’s special investigation team (SIT) brought Revanna before the court on Monday as part of their ongoing probe. Despite having held him in custody twice before, the SIT did not request further custody this time. However, officials familiar with the situation mentioned that they might pursue additional custody regarding another case, depending on the court’s decision regarding Revanna’s anticipatory bail plea for the remaining charges.

The case, originating on April 28 at the Holenarasipura town police station, revolves around allegations made by a 47-year-old woman who was employed at Revanna’s residence. An FIR was lodged against Prajwal Revanna and his father HD Revanna under Sections 354A, 354D, 506, and 509 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at the Holenaraseepur town police station, Hassan district.

SIT officials reported that they have gathered voice samples and identified the location of the alleged assault. “These elements are crucial as the video recordings of the assaults do not clearly show Revanna’s face, making forensic voice matching and location identification essential to the case,” stated an officer.

During the custody extension hearing, the SIT informed the court that Revanna had been uncooperative during questioning, especially regarding the mobile phones used to record the alleged assaults. These devices are being actively pursued by the police as crucial evidence. Following a four-day extension of Revanna’s custody, he was taken to his house in Holenarasipura, where he identified a room from photographs shown to him by the investigators.

On June 5, Revanna underwent an extensive examination by a panel of six doctors at a government medical college hospital. This examination aimed to compare his physical features with those visible in the video footage of the alleged assaults.

The scandal involving Revanna, who police allege had fled the country, came to light shortly after the conclusion of the second phase of the Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka on April 26. The MP, grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, faced charges of sexual assault after pen drives containing videos of him with different women emerged in Hassan. Departing the country on April 27, a day after polling in his constituency, Revanna returned from Germany and was promptly arrested by the SIT at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on May 31.

During the recent Lok Sabha polls, the 33-year-old leader garnered 6,30,339 votes, while his opponent INC’s Shreyas M Patel secured 6,72,988 votes.

JD(S) Leader Prajwal Revanna’s Arrest: Court Appearance Expected Today

May 31, 2024, 8:49 am

Suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna was arrested from the Bengaluru airport shortly after he arrived from Germany on Friday. Revanna, a member of the Lok Sabha, is accused of sexually assaulting multiple women.

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) members investigating the sexual assault case spent the entire night at the airport, waiting for Revanna to arrive.

Revanna is scheduled to appear before a magistrate within 24 hours of arrest and undergo a medical examination, as per protocol. He arrived in Bengaluru from Germany on Lufthansa flight LH0764.

10 Points About Prajwal Revanna’s Arrest:

Prajwal Revanna, who had been absconding for a month, was arrested from the Bengaluru airport. He was handed over to the police waiting at the airport by the security team.
A medical test will be conducted. Prajwal Revanna will be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours in the obscene videos case.
Upon arrival at the airport, the SIT team confiscated two of his check-in bags. He was taken to the CID office in Bengaluru, where security was stepped up and barricades were erected ahead of his arrival.
Prajwal Revanna returned to India from Berlin, Germany, nearly a month after leaving India on a diplomatic passport.
On May 27, the suspended MP posted a video in which he said he would join the investigation and appear before the SIT for questioning on May 31. He also said that his Germany trip was pre-planned.
In the video clip, Prajwal Revanna apologised to his family and the people of Karnataka. He further said that the allegations against him were fake. He expressed confidence that he will be proven innocent.
The anticipatory bail plea filed by Revanna on May 29 is still pending in court. It is likely to be heard today.
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday said that a show cause notice had been issued against Revanna on May 23, and action to revoke his diplomatic passport was initiated.
On Thursday, a day before his arrest, thousands of people participated in the ‘Hassan Chalo’ protest organised by the Union of Karnataka People’s Movement in Hassan district.
Prajwal Revanna, who is currently seeking another term as MP from Hassan, is facing three cases filed by women, alleging sexual assault and criminal intimidation.

Prajwal Revanna To Return To India; SIT Prepared For Airport Arrest: Latest Updates

May 31, 2024, 12:12 am

Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, accused of sexually abusing women, is scheduled to return to India from Germany. Prajwal, who faces multiple allegations of sexual abuse, announced in a video earlier this week that he plans to return on May 31 and cooperate with a Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the matter.

Meanwhile, the Karnataka government has stated that if Prajwal fails to fulfill his commitment to appear before the SIT, further actions, such as passport cancellation, will be considered.

Here are the recent updates:

According to reports, Revanna has taken a flight from Munich to India, expected to arrive after midnight.
The Ministry of External Affairs has announced that the procedure to revoke Revanna’s diplomatic passport has been initiated, and he has been issued a show cause notice. “MEA has initiated action under provisions in the Passport Act 1967 for revocation of the diplomatic passport of Prajwal Revanna. A show cause notice was issued to the passport holder on 23rd May, giving him 10 working days to respond to our notice. We are waiting for a response and will take further action as per the rules,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
Just a day earlier, Prajwal Revanna submitted an anticipatory bail plea in the sexual assault case at the Bengaluru sessions court.
Congress leader and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticized suspended JD-S leader Prajwal Revanna, stating,”I’m quite surprised that he remained silent when videos went viral, when a complaint was filed by the victims, and when the pen drives were being distributed. Suddenly, his consciousness wakes up and he says I was depressed and isolated. If you see the video closely, it doesn’t look like a person in depression is speaking. He did not say a word about the victims. He could have said the same thing on Days 1, and 2. Why did it take him 30 days? If you look from a bird’s eye view, you’ll know that the BJP is directing everything.”

The police are on high alert ahead of Prajwal’s arrival, with a team of SIT officials stationed at the airport. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that if Prajwal arrives, he will be arrested and legal proceedings will commence. Immigration officials at the airport will detain him and hand him over to the SIT, given the lookout notice against him. If he fails to arrive, the government will push for the cancellation of his passport.

The 33-year-old Prajwal, grandson of JD(S) patriarch and former PM HD Deve Gowda, and the NDA’s candidate from the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency, faces allegations of multiple instances of sexual abuse. These allegations surfaced after several explicit videos purportedly showing Prajwal engaging in sexual assault were made public. A SIT is currently investigating these cases. Prajwal reportedly left for Germany on April 27, a day after the Hassan polls, and his whereabouts remain unknown. Interpol has also issued a Blue Corner Notice seeking information on him.

Karnataka Sex Scandal: Prajwal Revanna Announces Return To India, Watch

May 27, 2024, 4:51 pm

Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, accused of sexually abusing women, announced his intention to return to India and appear before Special Investigation Team (SIT) on May 31, according to reports.

In a video released, Prajwal expressed his desire to return home and refuted all allegations against him, asserting they were false. He also conveyed his apology to his family.

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#WATCH | In a self-made video, JDS MP Prajwal Revanna says, “I will appear before SIT on 31 May.”

He said, “…When elections were held on 26th April, there was no case against me and no SIT was formed, my foreign trip was pre-planned. I came to know about the allegations while… pic.twitter.com/7Rt5b0Opi4

— ANI (@ANI) May 27, 2024

He said,”I will appear before SIT on 31 May.”

“…When elections were held on 26th April, there was no case against me and no SIT was formed, my foreign trip was pre-planned. I came to know about the allegations while I was on my trip… Rahul Gandhi and many other Congress leaders started talking about it and against me and a political conspiracy was formed against me… On Friday 31st May at 10 am I will appear before SIT and provide all information related to the investigation. I will support the investigation. I have faith in the judiciary…,” he added.

Prajwal, aged 33 and the NDA’s candidate from Hassan Lok Sabha constituency, is the grandson of JD(S) patriarch and former PM H D Deve Gowda. He faces multiple charges of sexual abuse.

Prajwal reportedly left for Germany on April 27, the day after polls in Hassan, and is currently evading authorities.

The Interpol has issued a ‘Blue Corner Notice’ to trace him, following a request from the SIT via the CBI.

An arrest warrant was issued against Prajwal Revanna by a special court for elected representatives on May 18, following an application by the SIT.

JD(S) Head HD Deve Gowda Issues Warning to Grandson Prajwal Revanna

May 23, 2024, 6:40 pm

JD(S) head and former prime minister, HD Deve Gowda warns his grandson Prajwal Revanna to come back to India and face the legal proceedings.

Posting the letter on social media platform X, JD(S) patriarch said,

“I spoke to the media about Prajwal Revanna on 18 May when I was headed to the temple to offer pooja. It took me some time to recover from the shock and pain he has inflicted on me, my entire family, my colleagues, friends and party workers…I have already said that he should be given the harshest punishment under the law if found guilty.”

I have issued a warning to @iPrajwalRevanna to return immediately from wherever he is and subject himself to the legal process. He should not test my patience any further. pic.twitter.com/kCMuNJOvAo

— H D Deve Gowda (@H_D_Devegowda) May 23, 2024

In addition, he also emotionally acknowledged, that at this stage, he can just issue a warning to Prajwal, and request him to come back and face the law.

He further said “This is not an appeal that I am making, it is a warning that I am issuing. If he does not heed to this warning, he will have to face my anger and anger of all his family members.”

Later, HD Deve Gowda, also announced, there will be no interference in the investigation process from him or from his family.

Earlier, Karnataka Chief minister Siddaramaiah has recently urged the cancellation of Prajwal Revanna’s diplomatic passport and to ensure, that he comes back to India.

As for the accused Prajwal Revanna, he has reportedly left the country for Germany on April 27 during the ongoing Lok Sabha polls.

But despite the issuance of blue corner notice by the Interpol, the accused is still absconding.

Karnataka CM Urges PM Modi To Revoke Prajwal Revanna’s Diplomatic Passport

May 23, 2024, 10:55 am

Addressing a second letter to PM Narendra Modi, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has urged the cancellation of JD(S)MP Prajwal Revanna’s diplomatic passport and ensure his return to India.

This letter from Siddaramaiah not only underscores the gravity of the allegations leveled against Hassan MP, but it also underscores Revanna’s disgraceful act of fleeing to Germany on a diplomatic passport just as the news of his alleged action came under the radar and hours before the FIR was filed.

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‘Obscene videos’ case involving JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah writes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting him to cancel the Diplomatic Passport of JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna “along with prompt and concerted actions to secure his return to India.”

The… pic.twitter.com/UUa2tJkOwp

— ANI (@ANI) May 23, 2024

Besides, CM has also expressed its concerns over diplomatic privilege abuse to save itself from criminal proceedings and accountability for its actions.

After that, the letter was concluded with a plea to take cognizance of the matter and initiate steps to cancel Prajwal Revanna’s diplomatic passport under relevant legal provisions.

Moreover, Siddaramaiah also emphasized that securing the MP’s return is in the interest of public justice and accountability.

What has happened in the matter so far?

In this case, so far, the SIT (Special Investigation Team) has been formed to probe the matter.

Later, a Look-out circular was issued under Section 41A CrPC for additional measures.

But, despite pursuing the matter head-on, the accused is still absconding.

Meanwhile, the FIR registered against Revanna includes serious charges such as rape, sexual assault, disrobing women, and forcibly video-graphing sexual acts to intimidate the victims.

HD Kumaraswamy Appeals Prajwal Revanna To Come Back

May 21, 2024, 12:20 pm

In an update to Prajwal Revanna case, JD(S)leader HD Kumaraswamy has recently appealed Hassan’s MP Prajwal Revanna to come back to Karnataka and face the probe.

Talking to a reporter, he said “…I would appeal to him (Prajwal Revanna) to come back to Karnataka and face this investigation… If you have not done anything then why are you afraid, why did you run away?

Further, he also accused Karnataka’s congress government of misusing this issue. And later, he also responded to the allegation of 400 rapes committed made by Rahul Gandhi.

Saying “Where is the small piece of document with Rahul Gandhi? His government is running here. Even Priyanka Gandhi, she also in a public meeting, more than 2000, 3000 incidents took place. That is her charge. They wanted to destroy the strength of the NDA. They are misusing the issue.”

HD Deve Gowda’s Statement

Earlier on May 18, JDS patriarch HD Deve Gowda declared, that all legal avenues should be pursued against Prajwal, however his son HD Revanna was framed in this case.

”HD Kumaraswamy has already spoken on behalf of our family and party regarding the allegations against Prajwal Revanna and HD Revanna. The government must pursue all possible legal avenues against Prajwal Revanna. However, it is evident that the cases against HD Revanna were orchestrated to target him.”said Deve Gowda.

These statements were made around the time when Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urged the central government, on May 6th, to assist the Karnataka SIT team in their investigation by facilitating the return of Revanna to India.

Talking about central government, Karnataka CM said

“The success of the SIT investigation is now entirely dependent on the cooperation of the Central Government. The central government should cooperate in bringing the accused Prajwal Revanna, who is said to be abroad, to India.”

He further announced, that SIT will conduct fair and an impartial investigation, without any interference from the state government.

So far, HD Revanna along with his son are facing investigation by SIT over sexual harassment and criminal intimidation following the complaint of Household maid.

JD(S) MLA HD Revanna gets interim bail in sexual harassment case

May 17, 2024, 9:43 am

A Bengaluru court granted interim bail to Janata Dal (Secular) MLA and former Karnataka Minister HD Revanna in a sexual harassment case.

Revanna was released on bond until Friday, not long after her conditional release in a related kidnapping case involving a ‘obscene video’ incident. The same day, he submitted an application for bail in the sexual harassment lawsuit.

The main bail plea hearing is set for Friday at 3 PM by the 42nd Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court (ACMM), despite granted interim bail.

Revanna’s bail request was rejected by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), with SP Jayna Kothari arguing in favour of his judicial custody. In response, Arun, Revanna’s lawyer, said, “This is a bailable case.”

As a formal reaction to the FIR accusing him of sexual harassment, Revanna requested bail. Noting that there were charges of rape in the FIRs, the SIT filed objections. The defence team for HD Revanna countered that Prajwal was the target of these accusations, not HD Revanna.

Revanna was put back under arrest by the Special Public Prosecutor (SPP), who said he was not assisting with the inquiry. If Revanna was not complying, the judge questioned the SPP’s plea for custody.

The defense insisted that Revanna faced bailable sections and that the SPP’s arguments regarding Section 376 were not applicable.

An SIT established by the Karnataka government is looking into claims of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation against HD Revanna and his son Prajwal Revanna. This comes after a complaint was made by a woman who worked at their home.

A special court for people’s representatives had granted Revanna conditional bail, and on May 14, he was released from Parappana Agrahara Jail. On May 4, he was taken into custody by SIT personnel in relation to an abduction case that had been reported to the Bengaluru police station, KR Nagar. He was given conditional bail by the judge along with a Rs 5 lakh bond.

Prajwal Revanna Obscenity Case: JD(S) Leader HD Revanna Sent to Judicial Custody Until May 14

May 8, 2024, 3:56 pm

JD(S) leader HD Revanna, son of former Prime Minister Deve Gowda, has been remanded to judicial custody until May 14. He was arrested on May 4 by officials of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with a kidnapping case filed against him at the KR Nagar police station.

The Case

Prajwal Revanna, a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Janata Dal (Secular), is facing controversy following allegations of involvement in obscene videos. Karnataka police have registered a case against him after a woman, who worked as a house help at his residence, accused him of sexual harassment.

The 47-year-old woman has also implicated HD Revanna, the MLA of Holenarasipur and Prajwal’s father, as a suspect. The case has been filed at the Holenarasipur police station in Karnataka’s Hassan district.

Prajwal Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, and whose father, HD Revanna, is a former minister, is vying for reelection to the Lok Sabha from the Hassan constituency. The seat underwent polling during the second phase of Lok Sabha elections on April 26. JD(S) is allied with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka.

Revanna filed a complaint on April 28, asserting that the viral videos are “morphed” and are being circulated to “tarnish his image and poison the minds of voters.”

It’s not unprecedented for politicians in India to face allegations of crimes against women, as the country has a track record of influential politicians being accused of sexual offenses.

Prajwal Revanna ‘Obscene Video Case’: HD Kumaraswamy Alleges 25,000 Pen Drives Involved

May 7, 2024, 7:02 pm

JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy alleged on Tuesday that 25,000 pen drives containing sexually explicit videos, purportedly recorded by his nephew Prajwal Revanna, were distributed across Karnataka before the Lok Sabha elections last month. Kumaraswamy accused Congress leader DK Shivakumar of orchestrating this “conspiracy.”

Prajwal Revanna allegedly flew abroad on April 27, following the second phase of the Lok Sabha polls. HD Kumaraswamy claimed that the pen drives were initially circulated in Bengaluru Rural, the constituency of DK Shivakumar’s brother, DK Suresh.

Prajwal Revanna, who is the MP and JD(S) candidate in Karnataka’s Hassan, along with his father MLA H D Revanna, faces allegations of molesting their cook, with an additional case of rape registered against him. Earlier this month, Revanna’s father was arrested in a kidnapping case related to alleged sexual assault. In response to these allegations, the Karnataka government formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the charges.

Hinting at DK Shivakumar’s involvement, Kumaraswamy criticized the SIT, dubbing it the “Siddaramaiah Investigation Team” and “Shivakumar Investigation Team.” He questioned why action wasn’t taken against individuals named in complaints related to the distribution of the pen drives, despite his party’s polling agent filing a complaint.

Kumaraswamy also raised concerns about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s remarks predicting the defeat of all three JD(S) candidates in the Lok Sabha elections, suggesting a possible conspiracy. JD(S) has suspended Prajwal Revanna, and authorities have issued a Blue Corner notice to locate him as he has been missing since April 27.

JD-S Leader HD Revanna Sent to Police Custody Till May 8 in Kidnapping Case

May 5, 2024, 10:29 pm

Following his arrest in connection with the kidnapping case linked to the ‘Obscene Video’ matter, Janta Dal (Secular) leader HD Revanna has been placed under State Investigation Team (SIT) police custody until May 8, as ruled by Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Arvind B. Kattimani.

The hearing took place at the judge’s residence in the NGV area of Koramangala today under heavy security measures.

Addressing the issue, HD Revanna, arrested by the State Investigation Team (SIT), claimed it to be a political conspiracy against him, stating that such an ordeal is unprecedented in his four-decade-long political career. He underwent a medical examination at the Bowring & Lady Curzon Hospital post his arrest.

Speaking to reporters outside the hospital, Revanna maintained his innocence, declaring the accusations to be part of a scheme to discredit him. He pointed out a prior complaint lodged against him on April 28, which yielded no evidence, yet led to his arrest under the pretext of a kidnapping case.

HD Revanna, along with his son Prajwal Revanna, a sitting MP and candidate for the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency, faces investigation by a Special Investigative Team (SIT) formed by the Karnataka government following allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation by a female household staff member.

Their plea for interim bail in connection to the alleged “obscene videos” case was previously rejected by a special court in Bengaluru dedicated to cases involving public representatives.

The FIR, filed by the KR Nagar police, names HD Revanna as accused number one and another individual identified as Babanna as accused number two, with charges under Sections 364A (kidnapping for ransom), 365 (kidnapping with intent to cause harm), and 34 (common intention) of the IPC filed against them.

G Parameshwara: Blue-Corner Notice For Prajwal Revanna Issued

May 5, 2024, 5:02 pm

Karnataka’s Home Minister G Parameshwara announced that a blue-corner notice has been issued to track down Prajwal Revanna, the suspect in a case involving sexual harassment and abduction. He also emphasized that the state administration has granted the special investigation team (SIT) complete autonomy to conduct its inquiry into the matter.

Speaking to reporters on Sunday, G Parameshwara said, “The SIT is doing things as per procedure, and a fair investigation will be conducted. We gave full freedom to SIT for a fair investigation and they are already on the job.”

Responding to inquiries regarding the issuance of a blue-corner notice for Prajwal Revanna, who absconded abroad, Parameshwara said, “It is true that a blue-corner notice has been issued to find him. The concerned officers will locate him; we are trying to bring him back to the country. SIT is putting all efforts to bring him to India by following all the procedures.”

HD Revanna was apprehended by the SIT on Saturday evening in connection with a kidnapping case related to allegations of sexual abuse involving his son, Prajwal Revanna, the MP for Hassan. His arrest followed the dismissal of his anticipatory bail plea by a Bengaluru court.

HD Revanna underwent a medical examination on Saturday evening at Bowring Medical Institute, and he is expected to be presented before the magistrate today.

Following the series of sexual harassment allegations against HD Revanna and his son, Prajwal Revanna, a new case was registered on Thursday night against HD Revanna and his associate Sathish Babanna in Mysuru. The case alleges the abduction of a woman, who is also reportedly a victim of the alleged sexual abuse by MP Prajwal Revanna.

The SIT has issued a second lookout notice for Prajwal Revanna, who failed to appear for questioning.

Karnataka Sex Scandal: Three New Victims Emerge, Says SIT

May 5, 2024, 3:57 pm

Three additional individuals have emerged as potential victims in the ongoing Karnataka Sex Scandal involving HD Revanna and his son Prajwal Revanna, according to sources within the Special Investigation Team (SIT). These individuals are reportedly preparing to file cases against the Revanna duo. The SIT is actively pursuing these developments as part of its broader investigation into the matter.

The Karnataka Sex Scandal involves Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former PM HD Deve Gowda and sitting MP from Hassan, leading to a Special Investigation Team (SIT) being formed to investigate the allegations of sexual assault and abuse against women. This scandal has overshadowed political discussions during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, highlighting the intersection of personal and political issues in the public eye.

After Rahul Gandhi Takes Cognizance In Obscene Video Case; Karnataka CM Holds Emergency Meeting

May 4, 2024, 1:41 pm

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah holds an emergency meeting over Prajwal Revanna’s case post getting a letter from Rahul Gandhi.

Previously, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to ensure accountability in the case involving Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, stating, “all parties responsible are brought to book.”

In his letter, Gandhi expressed grave concern over the alleged sexual violence perpetrated by Revanna, highlighting that “hundreds of women” were reportedly assaulted and filmed over several years. He emphasized the need for stringent punishment, stating, “The rape of our mothers and sisters warrants the strictest possible punishment.”

Acknowledging the state government’s formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the matter, Gandhi asserted the Congress party’s moral obligation to pursue justice for the victims. He urged support for the victims, emphasizing compassion and solidarity in their quest for justice.

Expressing dismay over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s alleged awareness of the allegations last December, Gandhi condemned the reported inaction and claimed that the government allowed the accused to flee India, hindering the investigation.

He further highlighted instances of violence against women across India, criticizing the Prime Minister’s purported silence and tacit support for alleged perpetrators.

The investigation involves HD Revanna and his son, Prajwal Revanna, who faces allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation. HD Revanna has also been implicated in a kidnapping charge related to the case.

The Ministry of External Affairs disclosed Prajwal Revanna‘s travel to Germany on a diplomatic passport, prompting calls for its cancellation and his return.

CM Siddaramaiah had appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in the matter and ensure Prajwal Revanna’s repatriation through diplomatic and law enforcement channels.

Karnataka: Prajwal Revanna’s Father HD Revanna Booked in Woman’s Kidnapping Case

May 4, 2024, 2:41 am

Former Karnataka Minister and JD(S) leader, HD Revanna, faces accusations of kidnapping. The son of a woman involved claims his mother was abducted and abused. She had worked at Revanna’s house before.

On April 23, a man named Sathish Babanna took her away. She returned on April 26. Then, on April 29, Babanna took her again. This time, citing an old legal issue. The son believes her disappearance is linked to a video. It allegedly shows sexual abuse involving Prajwal Revanna.

He confronted Babanna, suspecting foul play. As a result, he filed a kidnapping complaint. HD Revanna and Babanna are accused. They’re charged under relevant sections of the IPC. The FIR was filed just before HD Revanna’s bail hearing. He previously skipped a summons by the SIT.

Meanwhile, the Additional Commissioner of Mysore Police gathered information. HD Revanna and Prajwal Revanna are under scrutiny. They’re being investigated by a Special Investigative Team.

It’s over allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation. This stems from a complaint by a former household worker. HD Revanna was booked on April 28. It was based on a complaint lodged with the Holenarasipura Town police. Charges include sexual harassment and intimidation. The victim implicates both Prajwal Revanna and HD Revanna.

Prajwal Revanna Sex Tape Controversy: 9 Points To Remember

May 3, 2024, 12:07 am

The controversy surrounding HD Deve Gowda’s grandson Prajwal Revanna and a sex tape took a fresh turn when Prajwal’s ex-driver, Karthik, released a video statement. Previously, the JD(S) accused Karthik of leaking the videos to the Congress, but Karthik clarified that he only provided the footage and images to BJP leader Devaraje Gowda. Amid speculation of Karthik’s whereabouts, former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy stated that Karthik was in Malaysia and questioned who arranged his trip there.

“The driver’s video statement was released…where is he, Karthik? From where it was done (video statement) and released? Why was the video hurriedly made and given to news channels? Who gave it? He is in Malaysia,” Kumaraswamy said.

Latest Updates on Prajwal Revanna Sex Tape Controversy

HD Revanna, Prajwal’s father and also implicated in a sex scandal, filed for pre-arrest bail on Thursday following a notice from the SIT.
A lookout circular has been issued for the arrest of Prajwal, who has requested additional time to appear before the SIT citing his current location abroad. “A lookout notice has been issued soon after it was learnt that Prajwal Revanna has gone abroad. We have informed all the ports and airports about the lookout notice,” Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara said.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed the Prajwal issue in Karnataka, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi aided Prajwal’s departure from the country.
On Thursday, the Ministry of External Affairs clarified that Prajwal did not request any political clearance before traveling to Germany. Additionally, holders of diplomatic passports do not need a visa to travel to Germany.
Siddaramaiah wrote to PM Modi requesting the cancellation of Prajwal’s diplomatic passport. However, the Ministry of External Affairs stated that passport cancellation can only be carried out based on court directives.
Reports indicate that Prajwal Revanna is expected to return to India on May 15.
HD Kumaraswamy claimed that the ‘DK’ brothers (DK Shivakumar and DK Suresh) may have dispatched Prajwal’s former driver to Malaysia.
DK Shivakumar refuted the allegation, asserting that he has no motive or necessity to engage in such actions. “I will fight on the street, but not by sending someone somewhere. I need not do such things, he (Kumaraswamy) may be in need to do such things,” Shivakumar said.
BJP’s Devaraje Gowda, to whom Prajwal’s former driver allegedly provided the pen drives containing the videos, stated that the driver had been seen associating with the Congress candidate from Hassan and deemed the situation as a conspiracy.

Sex Tape Scandal: Prajwal Revanna Files For Anticipatory Bail in Karnataka

May 2, 2024, 7:14 pm

The controversy surrounding allegations of ‘sex videos’ involving Prajwal Revanna, a sitting MP of Janata Dal (Secular) (JDS) and the NDA candidate for the Hassan Lok Sabha seat, has escalated further. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has now received a case file from the local police station, intensifying speculations about Revanna’s future within the party.

In response to these developments, Prajwal Revanna, accompanied by his father and JDS MLA from Holenarasipur, HD Revanna, is expected to file an anticipatory bail plea in the Karnataka High Court on Tuesday. The SIT team, headed by IPS officers Seema Latkar and Suman D Pannekar, is actively pursuing the investigation. IPS Latkar will lead the investigation in Hassan, while Pannekar will record the statement of the victim at the SIT office. Another team will focus on examining the technical evidence in the case.

The SIT has already received two pen drives from the Hassan SP, and amid pressure from the Opposition, the JDS announced Revanna’s suspension two days after the case was registered against him. However, the final decision regarding his status within the party will be made following a core committee meeting in Hubballi on Tuesday. Media reports suggest that the party is considering either suspending or expelling him.

The controversy began with an FIR filed against Prajwal Revanna and HD Revanna for sexual harassment and criminal intimidation based on a complaint from a woman who worked in their household. JDS leader HD Kumaraswamy stated that action will be taken against Prajwal and that the investigation will bring out the details. He emphasized the party’s respect for women and its commitment to resolving any issues brought to its attention.

Revanna has denied the allegations, filing a police complaint on Sunday claiming that the videos were doctored to tarnish his image. Meanwhile, Congress workers have demanded Revanna’s immediate arrest, and the matter has attracted attention due to its timing just ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

The surfacing of a letter dated December 8, 2023, addressed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah by Devaraje Gowda, a former party candidate, has added another layer to the controversy. The letter alleges that a pen drive containing the alleged sex videos had reached the Congress party and raises concerns about its potential impact on the political landscape.

As the investigation progresses and political reactions unfold, the situation surrounding Prajwal Revanna’s alleged involvement in the ‘sex videos’ controversy continues to garner attention and speculation.

‘Obscene’ Video Case: Lookout Notice Issued Against Prajwal Revanna

May 2, 2024, 2:41 pm

The Karnataka government’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) has issued a lookout circular against Prajwal Revanna, an MP from Hassan, who is accused of sexual harassment by multiple women and is currently believed to be in Germany. The lookout circular directs all immigration points in India to detain Revanna upon his arrival, including airports, seaports, and border checkposts.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated, “A lookout notice has been issued soon after it was learnt that Prajwal Revanna has gone abroad. We have informed all the ports and airports about the lookout notice.” Revanna had requested seven more days to appear before the SIT as he is abroad, but the request was denied, as there is no provision to grant more than 24 hours for such requests.

The SIT, formed under the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 28, is investigating the allegations against Revanna following complaints from several women. An FIR was filed against him on the same day. Reports suggest that Revanna, a Lok Sabha NDA candidate, left the country on April 27, possibly to avoid imminent arrest, and is traveling abroad on his diplomatic passport.

Revanna faces charges of sexual harassment, intimidation, and outraging the dignity of a woman under sections 354A, 354D, 506, and 509 of the IPC. Allegations include sexual assault by Revanna and his father HD Revanna, as claimed by one of the victims, a former housekeeper.

In response to the allegations and the formation of the SIT, the JD(S) party, a BJP alliance partner in Karnataka, suspended Prajwal Revanna, citing significant damage to the party’s reputation due to circulating videos of the Hassan MP.

Despite his absence, Prajwal Revanna expressed confidence in the investigation, stating, “As I am not in Bangalore to attend the enquiry, I have communicated to CID, Bangalore, through my advocate. Truth will prevail soon.” His request for an additional seven days to appear before the SIT was rejected by the home minister, who stated, “There is no provision to grant more than 24 hours.”

Prajwal Revanna ‘Obscene’ Video Case: Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar Urges Amit Shah to Visit Alleged Video Victims

May 2, 2024, 11:15 am

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to visit Hassan district and meet the victims of the alleged obscene video case during Shah’s ongoing election campaign in the state. Shivakumar said, “I appeal to Amit Shah to visit Hassan and meet the victims. Your party only has given a letter, identify them and please meet them.”

Amit Shah, who is in Karnataka for BJP’s election campaigning, recently met the parents of Neha Hiremath, who was stabbed to death, in Hubbali and criticized the Congress party over the alleged obscene video case during a rally in Haveri. He accused the Congress government in Karnataka of allowing suspended JD-S leader Prajwal Revanna to flee despite knowing about the allegations against him, to conclude voting for Lok Sabha polls in Vokkaliga-dominated areas.

Shivakumar responded by targeting JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy and BJP leaders, urging them to visit the victims if they have any respect for women. He said, “Kumaraswamy and BJP leaders talk a lot about women empowerment. If JD(S) and BJP have any respect for women, they must express solidarity with the victims by paying them a visit.”

Kumaraswamy, on the other hand, accused Shivakumar of being involved in circulating the videos and setting up the SIT to probe the matter. He warned, “Those 420 brothers who are making statements against me… must think before speaking. Both 420 brothers cannot hit me and run away. I know how to react and teach.”

Prajwal Revanna, the accused in the case, has sought more time to appear before the CID. He stated, “As I am not in Bangalore to attend the inquiry, I have communicated to CID, Bangalore, through my advocate. The truth will prevail soon.” Revanna was booked in an alleged sexual harassment case following complaints by his former housekeeper.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Modi, requesting him to cancel the diplomatic passport issued to Prajwal Revanna and ensure his return to face the law.

Prajwal Rana ‘Obscene’ Video Case: JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna Seeks 7-Day Time To Appear Before SIT

May 1, 2024, 5:41 pm

Janata Dal (Secular) MP and candidate from Hassan, Prajwal Revanna, who is under scrutiny in connection with an alleged sexual abuse case involving multiple women, has expressed his inability to join the investigation. He has requested seven days’ time to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT), citing his absence from Bangalore.

In a statement, Prajwal said, “As I am not in Bangalore to attend the enquiry, I have communicated to CID Bangalore through my Advocate. Truth will prevail soon.”

The Karnataka government formed an SIT to probe videos allegedly implicating Prajwal Revanna in acts of sexual abuse. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiated the investigation after receiving a letter from the State Commission for Women (SCW) alleging that “influential politicians sought sexual favours” and “raped some of them.” However, the police have confirmed that Revanna is currently out of the country.

Prajwal, the grandson of former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda and son of former minister and JD(S) leader H D Revanna, contested the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency as the BJP-JD(S) candidate against Congress’s Shreyas M Patel on April 26.

Amidst the scandal involving numerous videos allegedly showing him abusing multiple women, Prajwal is reported to be in Germany. He left just a day after the polling for the Hassan Lok Sabha seat and days before the allegations surfaced.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting the Central government to revoke Prajwal Revanna’s diplomatic passport and take steps to ensure his return, describing him as “absconding” and urging the use of diplomatic and police channels for his repatriation.

Prajwal Revanna Suspended from Janata Dal (Secular) Amid ‘Obscene’ Video Controversy

April 30, 2024, 1:14 pm

Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna has been suspended from the Janata Dal (Secular) or JD(S) amid a controversy over explicit videos allegedly showing him sexually assaulting multiple women. The sitting MP from Karnataka’s Hassan constituency has also been issued a show cause notice by the party.

The scandal erupted when video clips, allegedly involving Prajwal Revanna, surfaced on social media shortly after his constituency went to polls. The videos, reportedly numbering in the hundreds, were said to have been shot by Revanna and widely circulated in the Hassan constituency.

A woman filed a police case against Prajwal Revanna, accusing him of sexual assault and stating that she had been abused multiple times between 2019 and 2022. She also alleged that Revanna’s father, HD Revanna, had also sexually assaulted her when his wife was not at home.

Prajwal Revanna has denied the allegations, claiming that the videos being circulated are doctored. He left for Germany on Saturday morning after the videos emerged online.

HD Revanna, also accused in the case, dismissed the allegations as a conspiracy by political rivals, describing the videos as old.

The Karnataka government has formed a special investigation team (SIT) to look into the case, following a recommendation by the state women’s commission.

Regarding reports of Prajwal leaving the country pending a probe, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that Prajwal would be asked to return to India by the SIT.

Nagalakshmi Choudhary, chairperson of the Karnataka State Commission for Women, confirmed receiving a pen drive containing hundreds of explicit videos, some allegedly showing Prajwal Revanna.

BJP Leader Devaraje Gowda claimed to have written to the state president in December last year, flagging “grave allegations” against the HD Deve Gowda family, including Prajwal Revanna. He stated that he had received a pen drive containing 2,976 explicit videos of women, purportedly being used for blackmailing them into continuing sexual activities.

Prajwal Revanna ‘Obscene’ Video Case: HD Kumaraswamy Alleges Congress of Image Manipulation

April 30, 2024, 12:54 pm

Janata Dal (Secular) leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy accused the Congress party of distorting facts to tarnish his family’s reputation amid the controversy surrounding his nephew and Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna in an ‘obscene’ video case.

When asked if Revanna would be expelled from the JD(S), Kumaraswamy stated, “We are not going to protect him, we will take severe action, but the government’s responsibility is greater.” He added that further information would be provided after a Core Committee meeting of the JD(S).

Kumaraswamy emphasized that neither his party nor his family was responsible for Revanna’s actions. He described the situation as an individual issue concerning Prajwal Revanna and stressed that it was the government’s duty to bring him to justice.

“We are not seeking any protection. We will take severe action, but the government’s responsibility is greater. This is a shameful issue. I am not protecting any person. We have fought against these kinds of illegal things. This is a serious issue. The government has to expose the real picture and the ground reality,” Kumaraswamy stated.

Prajwal Revanna was booked in an alleged sexual harassment case on April 28 based on complaints by his former housekeeper. The case has been registered under sections 354A, 354D, 506, and 509 of the IPC on charges of sexual harassment, intimidation, and outraging the dignity of a woman.

The Karnataka government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the alleged obscene video case against MP Revanna. The SIT, led by IPS officer Vijay Kumar Singh, has begun its investigation.

Prajwal Revanna is the BJP-JD(S) alliance candidate in Hassan in Karnataka, which went to polls on April 26 in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance of the Prajwal Revanna case and has asked the Karnataka Director General of Police to submit a detailed report within three days. The NCW strongly condemned the incident and urged swift action to apprehend the accused, who has reportedly fled the country.

‘Obscene Videos Contyroversy’: HD Kumaraswamy’s Reaction on MP Prajwal Flees From India

April 30, 2024, 9:50 am

HD Kumaraswamy, a former chief minister of Karnataka and leader of the Janata Dal (Secular), addressed the controversies surrounding the purportedly lewd video issue involving JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna. He declared that anyone found guilty of any crime would be prosecuted under the law.

HD Kumaraswamy questioned the timing of the purported tapes featuring Prajwal Revanna’s release during a news conference in Shivamogga. Why weren’t these films released sooner rather than three days ago, he wondered. He underlined the importance of the SIT probe revealing the truth and the need for those culpable for any errors to face legal consequences.

With regard to the Lok Sabha elections of 2024, HD Kumaraswamy expressed optimism that the incident will not have a major effect on the results, especially in Hassan, where HD Deve Gowda’s grandson Prajwal Revanna is running.

A complaint made by their cook led to the filing of cases of sexual harassment and stalking against HD Revanna, the son of former prime minister Deve Gowda, and Prajwal Revanna, his grandson.

In response to rumours that Prajwal Revanna had left the nation, HD Kumaraswamy said that they had no prior knowledge of the matter and that it was a personal matter. That he could not keep an eye on Prajwal Revanna’s whereabouts every day was something he made clear.

JD(S) MLA Samruddhi Manjunath expressed concerns about the humiliation the issue has caused for party workers, while MLA Sharana Gowda Kandakur wrote to party president HD Deve Gowda seeking Prajwal Revanna’s dismissal from the party over the alleged obscene video case.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the leader of the Congress, questioned whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi would say nothing about the alleged sex scandal, prompting criticism of the BJP. The party also released a letter disclosing the existence of a pen drive having “sleaze videos of Prajwal Revanna,” which was written by a BJP leader to the Karnataka BJP president.

‘Obscene Video’ Controversy’: Former PM’s grandson Prajwal may be suspended today

April 30, 2024, 8:23 am

The current Janata Dal (Secular) MP from Hassan, Prajwal Revanna, is expected to be suspended from the party due to “sexual harassment” charges that have been brought against him. This development coincides with an increasing amount of criticism aimed at the Karnataka JD(S)-BJP combination.

Leading JD(S) figure HD Kumaraswamy revealed that the party is likely to suspend Prajwal Revanna due to the allegations of sexual misconduct. A final decision about this issue is scheduled to take place after a meeting of the core committee on Tuesday, April 30.

The JD(S) has called a major central committee meeting in Hubbali on the aforementioned date, as the current situation surrounding allegations of sexual harassment that include Prajwal Revanna and his father, MLA HD Revanna—sons of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda—escalates.

A woman who works in the family filed a complaint with the Karnataka Police, accusing Prajwal and HD Revanna of sexual harassment and criminal assault.

In a statement, HD Kumaraswamy declared that his nephew Prajwal Revanna—a JD(S) member and joint candidate with the Bharatiya Janata Party for the Hassan constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections—would be suspended. The polls for Hassan were conducted on April 26.

HD Kumaraswamy emphasised that even though Prajwal Revanna isn’t directly accused right now, he should be held accountable for any wrongdoing regardless of how it turns out. He also attempted to distance Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP, the JD(S)’s alliance partner, from the dispute in order to stave off criticism from the ruling Congress.

The 33-year-old grand son of JD(S) leader HD Deve Gowda, Prajwal Revanna is under intense scrutiny with the recent appearance in Hassan of various obscene video recordings allegedly showing him engaged in sexual misbehaviour with multiple women.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed by the Siddaramaiah administration to look into the alleged sex scandal involving Prajwal Revanna.

The Karnataka government has acted after damaging pen drives with video allegedly demonstrating sexual actions by Prajwal Revanna with several women have surfaced. The 2,976 films were apparently taken at different homes in Bengaluru and Hassan after 2019, and initial research indicates that a mobile phone was mostly used to record them.

A statement from the chief minister’s office announced the formation of the SIT and stated that Prajwal Revanna had reportedly departed the country.

The BJP has come under fire from the Congress for allegedly helping Prajwal Revanna leave India. On the other hand, BY Vijayendra, the president of the Karnataka BJP, has denied these accusations, stating that his party is not connected to the claims of sexual abuse and stressing that the law will take its proper course. He denounced the ruling Congress for what he saw to be “dirty politics” in their attack on the BJP on the matter.

Samruddhi V Manjunath, a JD(S) MLA from Mulbagal in the Kolar district, expressed shock at the incident involving the father-son pair, saying that it has severely embarrassed party members to the point that they are hesitant to even bring up their party affiliation.

Prajwal Revanna Obscenity Case: 7 Politicians Booked For ‘Crimes Against Women’

April 29, 2024, 5:05 pm

Revanna filed a complaint on April 28, asserting that the viral videos are “morphed” and are being circulated to “tarnish his image and poison the minds of voters.”

It’s not unprecedented for politicians in India to face allegations of crimes against women, as the country has a track record of influential politicians being accused of sexual offenses.

134 lawmakers charged with sexual offenses

According to a report by the election watchdog Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) in August 2023, a total of 134 sitting members of parliament (MP) and members of legislative assemblies (MLA) have cases related to crimes against women. Among them, 21 are MPs and 113 are MLAs. This data was derived from an analysis of 762 sitting MPs and 4,001 sitting MLAs.

Among parties, BJP had 44 lawmakers (MPs and MLAs) against whom cases of “crimes against women” have been registered. This included seven BJP MPs. The Congress had 25 followed by AAP with 13 sitting MPs or MLAs who have declared cases related to crimes against women.

Here are some prominent politicians who have been accused of sexual crimes in the past, before Prajwal Revanna.

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh (Jan 2023)

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the current Member of Parliament for Kaiserganj in Uttar Pradesh representing the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), is under scrutiny for allegations of sexual harassment. Six prominent female wrestlers provided testimony against him in a First Information Report (FIR). The accusations are related to Brij Bhushan’s tenure as President of the Wrestling Federation of India.

Last week, a Delhi Court rejected Singh’s request for additional investigation in the sexual harassment case. The court is set to announce its ruling on the charges against the BJP MP in the case on May 7.

Karan Morwal (Sep 2022)

In 2022, Karan Morwal, the son of former Badnagar Congress MLA Murli Morwal, was expelled by the Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) for six years following rape charges filed against him. Karan was arrested in October 2021 after a woman lodged a rape complaint against him at the women’s police station in Indore. On March 6, 2024, Karan shared pictures of himself with Digvijay Singh and other Congress leaders.

Kuldeep Singh Sengar (June 2017)

Former BJP MLA from Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, Kuldeep Singh Sengar, has been found guilty of rape, murder, attempted murder, criminal conspiracy, and criminal intimidation. The case stems from June 4, 2017, when the woman, then 17 years old, was reportedly raped by Sengar. In August 2019, he was expelled from the BJP. On April 3, 2018, the victim’s father was purportedly implicated in an illegal arms case and subsequently detained. He passed away on April 9, 2018, while in judicial custody.

Gayatri Prasad Prajapati (2017)

Gayatri Prasad Prajapati, who held the position of mining minister during the Samajwadi Party government in Uttar Pradesh, faced allegations in 2017 of gang-raping a woman over a span of three years. In 2021, Prajapati was handed a five-year jail term by the Allahabad High Court. Presently, Prajapati remains incarcerated.

MJ Akbar (Oct 2018)

Former Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar stepped down from his position on October 17, 2018, amidst an increasing number of sexual misconduct allegations leveled against him during the #MeToo movement. Akbar, a former journalist, had joined the BJP in March 2014. Before that, he had served as a Congress MP from Kishanganj in Bihar from 1989 to 1991.

Akbar was initially accused by journalist Priya Ramani, who had written about him in an article she authored for Vogue a year earlier, without explicitly mentioning his name, in October 2018.

Purushottam Naresh Dwivedi (Nov 2010)

BSP leader Purushottam Naresh Dwivedi was accused of raping a girl at his residence in Banda district in December 2010. Dwivedi, who served as a BSP MLA from Naraini in Banda, Uttar Pradesh from 2007 to 2012, faced an FIR ordered by the Uttar Pradesh government under Chief Minister Mayawati. He was later sentenced to jail in 2011 and held in Banda district jail, though he was granted bail in 2015.