Prajwal Revanna's Plea for Leniency as Sentencing Looms in High-Profile Rape Case

Suspended JD(S) leader and former MP Prajwal Revanna is facing a crucial day in court as he awaits sentencing in a high-profile rape case. Convicted of sexual abuse, Revanna is requesting a more lenient punishment.

During the hearing, Revanna broke down, asserting he was a graduate who had always succeeded on merit. He argued that allegations were politically motivated, arising shortly before elections, with the prosecution influencing the supposed victims to file complaints.

The case involves a 48-year-old woman who accused Revanna of multiple rapes in 2021, claims that he disputes citing the video's supposed circulation as the complaint trigger. Prosecution advocates seek life imprisonment for Revanna, while sentencing is expected soon.

(With inputs from agencies.)