‘Maharashtra Epstein Files’: Nashik astrologer rape case triggers political storm

2026-03-21 - 10:09

A self-proclaimed spiritual leader, Ashok Kharat, has been arrested in Maharashtra on sexual assault charges, with the Opposition drawing parallels to the 'Epstein files' due to alleged videos of him assaulting women. His alleged links to ruling alliance politicians have intensified political scrutiny, prompting the formation of an SIT to investigate.