Allegations based on call records detailed in the Ashok Kharat case have intensified political debate in Maharashtra. Activist claims suggest multiple interactions between Kharat and several political figures, including Eknath Shinde, though these assertions remain unverified by authorities. The controversy has prompted demands for a formal inquiry into the nature of these communications. Meanwhile, the investigation into Kharat continues, with multiple cases registered and police examining digital evidence and financial links. The developments highlight concerns over transparency, accountability, and the need for evidence-based scrutiny in sensitive cases.
- Eknath Shinde–Ashok Kharat Case Latest Updates: Call Records Allegations Trigger Political Row and Probe Demands
- Call records controversy expands to multiple political figures
- Background of the Ashok Kharat case and criminal charges
- Independent claims and calls for Maharashtra Home Ministry inquiry
- Political reactions and demand for restraint
- Broader implications and what happens next
Eknath Shinde–Ashok Kharat Case Latest Updates: Call Records Allegations Trigger Political Row and Probe Demands
Call records cited by Anjali Damania show alleged contacts between Ashok Kharat and leaders, including Eknath Shinde, Chandrakant Patil, and Sunil Tatkare. The data excludes WhatsApp activity. Meanwhile, a Nashik court remanded Kharat to police custody in a second rape case.
Claims by activist Anjali Damania linking Eknath Shinde to the arrested ‘godman’ Ashok Kharat have intensified scrutiny, with calls for an official inquiry gaining momentum across Maharashtra’s political landscape.
In the Eknath Shinde–Ashok Kharat case, activist Anjali Damania has alleged that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde communicated with Kharat, citing call detail records indicating multiple interactions.
According to Damania, a total of 17 calls were exchanged between Shinde and Kharat, including a conversation lasting approximately 21 minutes, prompting demands for clarification regarding their context and purpose.
She stated that of these calls, ten were incoming and seven outgoing, and urged authorities to examine whether the communication had any relevance to ongoing investigations involving Ashok Kharat.
Call records controversy expands to multiple political figures
Damania further alleged that Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Rupali Chakankar made 177 calls to Kharat, with a cumulative conversation duration of 33,727 seconds, based on shared call data records.
She also claimed that Rupali Chakankar’s sister, Pratibha, made 236 calls to Kharat, suggesting a high frequency of communication between individuals connected to the case.
Additionally, BJP minister Chandrakant Patil and NCP state president Sunil Tatkare were alleged to have made eight calls each to Kharat, although no WhatsApp call data was available.
These allegations, presented publicly by Damania, have not yet been independently verified by investigating agencies, and no official confirmation regarding the call records has been released so far.
Background of the Ashok Kharat case and criminal charges
Ashok Kharat, described by police as a self-styled godman, was arrested last month in connection with multiple serious allegations, including sexual exploitation, cheating, and extortion.
Authorities have registered ten cases against Kharat, of which eight relate to alleged sexual exploitation of women under the pretext of resolving problems through claimed “divine powers”.
The remaining cases involve accusations of cheating and extortion, and investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of his network and interactions with various individuals.
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Independent claims and calls for Maharashtra Home Ministry inquiry
Amid the controversy, independent commentary, including inputs referenced by Sprouts News Editor-in-Chief Unmesh Gujarathi, has raised additional questions regarding alleged associations involving Eknath Shinde and Ashok Kharat.
Some circulating claims include references to alleged links with unconventional belief systems or practices; however, these remain unverified and have not been substantiated by any official investigation or authority.
Given the seriousness of the allegations surrounding Kharat, activists and observers have called on the Maharashtra Home Ministry to initiate a comprehensive and impartial inquiry into all aspects of the case.
Political reactions and demand for restraint
Reacting to the allegations, Shiv Sena spokesperson Sanjay Shirsat urged patience, stating that the full facts would emerge in due course and that the public should avoid drawing premature conclusions.
As of now, no detailed official response has been issued by Eknath Shinde or other political figures named in the allegations regarding the nature of their reported communication.
Broader implications and what happens next
The controversy has raised broader concerns about transparency, accountability, and the potential intersection between political leadership and individuals accused in serious criminal cases.
As reported by Sprouts News, the situation continues to evolve, with growing public and political pressure for clarity, verification of call data records, and possible institutional investigation.
The response of the Maharashtra Home Ministry will be critical in determining the next steps, including whether formal inquiries or legal proceedings are initiated based on the available allegations and evidence.
Investigative journalist Unmesh Gujarathi has consistently called for a thorough inquiry by the CBI and Maharashtra Police into alleged links involving Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in the Ashok Kharat case.
Citizens are urged to come forward fearlessly against Ashok Kharat. If you have any information or have been affected, please lodge a complaint at your nearest police station.
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Editorial Note:
This article is based on publicly available FIR records, court case references, and reports published by multiple media organisations. The information is presented in the context of ongoing investigations and public interest reporting. Sprouts News does not make any judicial determination regarding the individuals mentioned and does not intend to defame any person or organisation. Any individual seeking clarification or wishing to provide an official response may contact the editorial team with verifiable documentation. The information is presented for journalistic and informational purposes.
