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Manorama Khedkar faces charges of attempted murder and other offenses.
Acting on the viral video, Pune Rural Police swiftly located and arrested Manorama Khedkar from a lodge in Raigad. The incident, captured on CCTV, captured her in a confrontation where she allegedly threatened locals with a gun in Pune's Mulshi village. Police sources provided details on the arrest, highlighting the seriousness of the charges against her.
"Manorama Khedkar has been detained from Mahad in Raigad district and she is being brought to Pune where, after the completion of formalities, she will be placed under arrest," Superintendent of Police, Pune Rural, Pankaj Deshmukh, said.
An FIR was filed against Manorama, Dilip and five others after the video from Dhadwali village, Pune's Mulshi tehsil, surfaced on social media. They face charges under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), including section 323 (dishonest or fraudulent removal or concealment of property) and the Arms Act.
GPS tracking and CCTV crucial in apprehending Manorama Khedkar.
Several police teams collaborated using GPS technology and surveillance footage to locate and apprehend Manorama Khedkar from the lodge. The operation culminated in her arrest, emphasizing the investigative efforts undertaken to address the incident's repercussions and gather evidence for legal proceedings.
Controversy surrounds Puja Khedkar's probationary tenure and selection process.
The incident involving Manorama Khedkar has cast scrutiny on Puja Khedkar's career as a trainee IAS officer. Allegations of preferential treatment and eligibility discrepancies have surfaced, prompting reviews by Maharashtra authorities and central agencies overseeing her probationary period and career prospects.
Investigations into Dilip Khedkar's financial and legal troubles.
Dilip Khedkar, Puja Khedkar's father, faces allegations of financial misconduct and disproportionate wealth accumulation during his tenure as a Maharashtra government official. His history of suspensions related to corruption charges and ongoing investigations by the Pune Anti Corruption Bureau have added to the family's legal challenges and public scrutiny.
The Khedkar family's troubles extend beyond this recent incident. Puja Khedkar made headlines earlier when her probationary status as a trainee IAS officer was questioned, leading to investigations into her selection process and eligibility for reserved categories. These revelations sparked a broader inquiry into her family's background, including allegations against her father, Dilip Khedkar, for financial irregularities and past legal issues.
Manorama Khedkar's arrest has brought significant legal and public scrutiny to the Khedkar family, highlighting complex issues involving their professional and personal lives. The ongoing investigations into Puja Khedkar's career and her father's legal troubles underscore broader concerns within governmental and community circles, impacting their reputations and legal standings.
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