The local police have registered a case against him under sections 376, 354, 509 and 420 of IPC
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Confirming the development, Assistant Police Inspector, Manjusha Bhosale, said, "The matter is being investigated." Speaking to the media, Chavan said he was ready to face the inquiry, as he was innocent. "I have faith in the police and judiciary. I have already informed my party about the allegations," he added.
Not the 1st plaint
This is not the first time that Chavan faces such allegations. A former BJP leader, who later shifted her loyalty to a different party, had filed a rape complaint against him around five years ago at Kala Chowki police station.
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