A man from Nashik, Ashok Kharat, who claimed to be an astrologer and healer, is facing serious allegations after a disturbing video went viral. He is accused of abusing women and young girls in the name of ‘Aghori Therapy’. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the case. Officials fear more victims may come forward.
Ashok Kharat New Video Viral: A shocking case has come to light from Nashik, Maharashtra, involving a man named Ashok Kharat, who called himself a top astrologer and even a god. Already accused of sexually exploiting women, including pregnant ones, Kharat now faces serious allegations of abusing young girls in the name of ‘Aghori Therapy’ and treatment. A new video related to this case is spreading like wildfire on social media, raising major concerns for the authorities.
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Viral Video Causes a Stir
In the latest video, Ashok Kharat is seen in his cabin behaving inappropriately with a young girl. He tells the girl to lift her t-shirt. The video also shows him using things like an internet cable and a cable tester for ‘treatment’ instead of any medical equipment. What’s most shocking is that the girl’s mother was right there. Blinded by superstition, she couldn’t understand how serious the situation was.
Kharat Fooled People with ‘Aghori Therapy’
Kharat used to win people’s trust by calling his activities ‘Aghori Therapy’. He would claim he had special powers and could cure diseases using technical gadgets. But the investigation has revealed this was all a scam to fool people, which he used to exploit women and young girls. CCTV footage from his office has only strengthened these allegations.
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Serious Cases Already Filed Against Kharat
Kharat is already facing several serious charges, including rape, sexual harassment, and possessing illegal weapons. With this new video, the case has become even more serious. Looking at the gravity of the situation, the police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT). Deputy Commissioner of Police Tejaswi Satpute is heading this investigation. The CCTV footage from Kharat’s office is being examined in detail. The police suspect there could be more such incidents that haven’t been reported yet. More revelations are expected as the investigation moves forward.
Preliminary enquiries show that Ashok Kharat opened multiple bank accounts in the names of third parties through cooperative credit societies in Nashik, while keeping control by listing himself as nominee and linking his mobile number. He allegedly sold ordinary items as ‘blessed’ products to collect money from victims.
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The funds were then invested in land through his chartered accountant Prakash Pophale and family. Authorities are searching 11 locations across Nashik, Pune and Shirdi under the PMLA.
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Superstition a Major Factor
This case is a huge wake-up call for society. Many people, desperate for solutions to their problems, end up going to such fake babas and astrologers. Because of blind faith, people can’t tell right from wrong, and conmen like him take advantage of this. It’s extremely important to stay aware in such matters.