Allegations and Scandal
Member of Parliament Prajwal Revanna, hailing from Karnataka, India, has fled the country amidst disturbing allegations of sexually assaulting multiple women. It is claimed that he recorded these acts and used them to blackmail the victims into maintaining relationships with him.
Political Fallout
Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, is a Member of Parliament for the Janata Dal Secular Party (JDS), which is affiliated with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP). He is currently seeking reelection amid the ongoing general elections in India.
Legal Actions and Investigations
Karnataka police have filed a case against Revanna on charges of sexual harassment, intimidation, and outraging the dignity of women. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the allegations. Revanna has refuted the claims, alleging that the videos are manipulated.
Political Backlash
The scandal has caused turmoil within political circles, with the BJP trying to distance itself from the controversy. There are reports of explicit videos being shared with BJP leaders in warning against aligning with JDS.
Opposition’s Criticism
The Congress Party has condemned the BJP’s association with Revanna, questioning why the Prime Minister campaigned for him despite the serious allegations. The opposition has raised concerns about political decisions overshadowing the gravity of the accusations.