Prajwal Revanna / JDS leader and former MP Prajwal Revanna convicted in rape case, started crying in court

Prajwal Revanna: The Karnataka High Court has convicted former Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna in a case of sexual harassment and rape. This decision has not only created a stir in the political corridors, but it is being widely discussed across Karnataka. Prajwal Revanna broke down crying while the verdict was being pronounced in the court. The court has not yet announced the sentence, which will be pronounced soon. This case is related to the alleged sex tape, which created a sensation across the state.

What is the case?

A woman working in his house had filed a complaint of sexual harassment against Prajwal Revanna. Apart from this, several pen drives were recovered from public places in Bengaluru, which allegedly contained 3,000 to 5,000 videos. In these videos, Prajwal Revanna was seen sexually harassing women. The special thing was that the faces of the victim women were not blurred in these videos, which made the matter more serious.

After the case came to light, there were widespread protests in Karnataka. Amidst increasing pressure, the Karnataka government formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT). After the investigation, three cases were registered against Prajwal Revanna on serious charges like rape, molestation, blackmailing and threatening. It is alleged that Revanna used to exploit the victim women by luring them with government jobs.

Other cases against Prajwal Revanna

A total of four cases are registered against Prajwal Revanna, out of which he has been convicted in only one. The court may soon give its verdict in the remaining cases. These cases have not only tarnished his political image, but have also put the Janata Dal (S) in a difficult situation. The party had already suspended Prajwal.

Who is Prajwal Revanna?

Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda. His family has had a deep influence in Karnataka politics. His grandfather has been the Prime Minister, uncle Chief Minister and father Minister. Prajwal won the Lok Sabha elections from Hassan in 2019, but faced defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Prajwal, who has been in active politics with the Janata Dal (S) for nearly a decade, is in serious trouble after this controversy.

When did the matter come to light?

This whole matter came to light during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Before the second phase of polling on April 26, several videos went viral on social media. These videos caught the attention of the whole country. Karnataka State Women's Commission Chairperson Nagalakshmi Chaudhary demanded an inquiry into the matter and wrote a letter to the Congress government. After this, the government immediately ordered an SIT inquiry.

What next?

After Prajwal Revanna was convicted, now everyone's eyes are on the announcement of the court's sentence. Along with this, the court's decision is also awaited in the remaining three cases. This matter has brought an earthquake in Karnataka politics and has proved to be a big setback for the Janata Dal (S). The case is important not only from a legal, but also from a social and political point of view, as it highlights serious issues such as sexual violence against women and abuse of power.