The scandal involving Rupali Chakankar and Ashok Kharat has reached a critical point, with Chakankar resigning from her position at the Maharashtra State Women’s Commission on March 20, 2026. This resignation comes in the wake of Kharat’s arrest on multiple charges, including rape, molestation, and cheating, following a viral video that showed him urinating into a glass and offering it to a woman.
As the situation unfolds, it has been revealed that Kharat allegedly threatened victims using plastic snakes and tiger skins, further complicating the case against him. The police have filed two additional FIRs for rape, bringing the total number of cases against him to eight.
Chakankar, who was previously listed as a trustee of Kharat’s charitable trust, Shivanika, has claimed that her finger injury was the result of an accident during a ritual. This statement has raised eyebrows, given the serious nature of the allegations against Kharat.
Neeraj Jadhav, a key figure in this case, recorded over a hundred videos of alleged assaults by Kharat, which have become crucial evidence. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted on March 13, 2026, to delve deeper into these allegations.
Kharat’s influence in Maharashtra has been significant, having built a following among politicians, bureaucrats, and police officers over two decades. His operations in Nashik have raised concerns about the extent of political patronage he enjoyed, which may have allowed him to evade scrutiny until now.
In a shocking revelation, it has been reported that Kharat had demanded extortion amounts in crores, and he was also involved in selling energised stones for ₹100,000. The police have seized 21 live cartridges from his properties, indicating a deeper level of criminal activity.
Prominent political figures have reacted to the unfolding scandal. Jitendra Awhad has stated, “I have the names of all the MLAs. I will reveal them at the right time,” while Devendra Fadnavis remarked, “Nothing happens through black magic,” addressing the bizarre claims surrounding Kharat’s practices.
Raj Thackeray has also weighed in, suggesting that the matter may be used to undermine someone’s ambitions, hinting at the political implications of the scandal. Observers are now closely monitoring how this situation will evolve, particularly with the involvement of multiple women who have come forward to lodge complaints against Kharat.
As investigations continue, the public is left to grapple with the disturbing details of this case. The impact on Chakankar’s political career and the broader implications for women’s rights in Maharashtra remain to be seen. Details remain unconfirmed.
