Mumbai, 23 Mar (HS): Chief Minister Devendra

Fadnavia assured unbiased enquiry into the sexual exploitation In Nashik, and

said that the issue is connected to the dignity of victimised women.

The issue related to sexual exploitation of women by

Ashok Kharat in Nashik was raised in the Legislative Assembly on Monday. Ashok

Kharat projected himself as a great astrologer, and his relations with several

influential political and social leaders was raised by the Opposition members

including Vijay Wadettiwar. Wadettiwar moved an adjournment motion to discuss

the issue, which was rejected by the Speaker Rahul Narvekar. He said that the

discussion using other tools can be allowed.

Wadettiwar alleged that several former and present

ministers who are connected with Kharat should be made co-accused in the case.

The ministers should also resign like Women’s Commission Chief Rupali

Chakankar. Congress leader Nana Patole and UBT Sena Leader Bhaskar Jadhav also

demanded resignation of ministers connected with Kharat.

Fadnavis said that many victims are approaching

police and the government, demanding stern action against Kharat. The enquiry

in the case will be carried as per the existing law and nobody found guilty

will be spared.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar