BJP Pune Unit Official Accused of Molesting Woman Police Officer

A BJP official from Pune's city unit, Pramod Kondhre, faces serious allegations after a woman police officer reported he had molested her. An official statement confirmed the incident, captured by CCTV, occurred near a tea stall in the Shaniwarwada area on Monday.

The complaint has resulted in charges under sections 74 and 75 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which pertain to violations involving outraging a woman's modesty and sexual harassment. The alleged behavior has sparked significant concern in the community, further compounding the controversies surrounding Kondhre's political position.

Kondhre, holding the post of general secretary in BJP's Pune city wing, has been identified as the accused in this case. Authorities continue to probe the situation as the legal proceedings unfold.

(With inputs from agencies.)