Nagpur Police have booked a local Shiv Sena functionary for allegedly molesting, cheating, and threatening a woman hotelier at gunpoint, an official said on Sunday.
Accused Identified as Party’s Sampark Pramukh
The accused, identified as Mangesh Kashikar, is the Sampark Pramukh of Shiv Sena.
Officials of Bajaj Nagar police station said the woman had invested ₹1.5 crore for renovating a hotel which Kashikar falsely claimed to be his own.
The complainant stated that the Sena leader harassed her, demanded sexual favours, and forcibly took over the hotel. When she protested, he threatened her with a pistol.
FIR Registered; Accused on the Run
An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. Police are searching for Kashikar, who has gone into hiding.
The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with many demanding swift action against the accused. Women’s rights organizations have also condemned the alleged actions and called for a thorough investigation.
Authorities have assured the public that they are making all efforts to apprehend Kashikar and bring him to justice. They have also urged anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward.
Larger Concerns Over Women’s Safety in Business
The case highlights ongoing concerns about the safety of women in business and the need for stricter enforcement of laws to protect them from exploitation and abuse.
As the investigation continues, the community awaits further developments and hopes for a resolution that upholds justice and deters similar incidents in the future.
