India, June 18 -- A self-styled godman in Pune, along with his associates, has been arrested for allegedly subjecting a woman to nearly 15 years of sexual abuse, physical torture and psychological manipulation under the guise of spiritual guidance, police said.

According to reports, the accused created a highly controlled environment described as a "modern gurukul," where the victim was allegedly isolated and monitored continuously using CCTV cameras installed across the premises. Police also found that the setup allegedly included an escape tunnel and strict surveillance systems designed to restrict the woman's movement and freedom.

Investigators said the accused used claims of divine powers and spiritual healing to gain and maintain c...