Congress leader Rajesh Chouhan arrested for harassing BC hostel students in Narayankhed

Congress leader K Rajesh Chouhan was arrested for allegedly harassing inmates of a BC women’s hostel in Narayankhed. His mother, the hostel warden, was suspended, and two supporting staffers were removed. Over 30 students lodged a police complaint.

Sangareddy: Former Narayankhed councillor and Congress leader K. Rajesh Chouhan was arrested on charges of harassing inmates of the BC Residential Hostel for Women, while his mother Sarada, the warden of the hostel, was suspended from her duties.

Two outsourced female employees who allegedly supported Rajesh and his mother were also removed from service.

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The harassment came to light when more than 30 girl students marched to the Narayankhed police station on Monday night and lodged a complaint.

Following an inquiry, Narayankhed police registered a POCSO case and arrested Rajesh on Wednesday. The investigation is ongoing.