Mumbai, March 22 -- AIMIM national spokesperson Waris Pathan called for a full inquiry into the alleged rape case involving Nashik-based astrologer Ashok Kharat, raising questions over the role of authorities and the accused's links with influential individuals.

The case pertains to the arrest of Kharat, who has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a 35-year-old woman over several years under the pretext of spiritual guidance. A Nashik court has remanded him to police custody till March 24. Police said the accused allegedly exploited the complainant between 2022 and December 2025 and used intimidation and manipulation to continue the abuse.

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