Actor Rohit Chandel Arrested Under POCSO Act For Allegedly Harassing Minor

In a shocking development within the television industry, popular actor Rohit Chandel has been arrested by the police following allegations of molesting and harassing a 16-year-old minor girl. Rohit Chandel, who is currently seen in the television serial Sairab, was apprehended by the authorities in the eastern suburbs after a formal complaint was lodged against him. The arrest has sent ripples through the entertainment world, given the actor's prominent roles in several hit shows and his public profile.

Charges Under POCSO and BNS

According to the information provided by the police, the 29-year-old actor faces serious charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. In addition to the stringent POCSO provisions, the Pant Nagar police have also invoked sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Specifically, Rohit Chandel has been booked under Section 78, which pertains to stalking, and Section 115 (2), which deals with voluntarily causing hurt. These legal actions were initiated based on the specific nature of the complaints filed against him by the victim's family.

Details of the Allegations

The case came to light after a resident of the eastern suburbs filed a complaint against the actor. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly harassed the 16-year-old minor girl by repeatedly calling her from his own phone number as well as several other numbers. The harassment wasn't limited to digital communication; the complaint further alleges that on July 5, the actor intercepted the girl near her residential building. It's claimed that he followed her, engaged in a heated argument, used abusive language, and physically assaulted her. The police have noted that the minor and the accused were known to each other prior to this incident.

Arrest and Court Proceedings

Following the registration of the case, the police acted swiftly to locate the actor. Rohit Chandel was arrested on Friday from his residence located in Dahisar. After his arrest, he was produced before a Special POCSO Court. The court, after considering the initial evidence and the gravity of the charges, has remanded the actor to police custody. The Pant Nagar police are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter to gather more evidence and understand the full extent of the harassment.

Career Background of Rohit Chandel

Rohit Chandel is a well-known face in the Indian television industry. He gained significant popularity for his portrayal of Bajirao in the historical drama Kashibai Bajirao Ballal. On top of that, he earned a massive fan following for his role as Dhaval Makwana in the hit show Pandya Store. Currently, he's part of the cast of the serial Sairab. The news of his arrest has come as a major blow to his professional career and has left his fans and colleagues in a state of disbelief. A police official stated that the investigation is ongoing and they're looking into all aspects of the complaint to ensure justice for the minor victim.