In a massive digital cleanup operation, police sources confirm that leaked videos showing the sexual exploitation of women by self-styled godman Ashok Kharat have been removed from 170 porn websites. Despite these efforts by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), the “viral” nature of the leaked content continues to cause severe distress for the survivors and their families.
The Impact on Survivors
The fallout from the leaked footage has been devastating. Fear and social stigma have forced many survivors and their immediate family members to stay confined to their homes. According to media reports, some have even requested work-from-home arrangements to avoid public harassment.
How did the cunning, vile, and hypocritical Ashok Kharat become a threat to innocent women? | Ashok Kharat | Nashik | Revelations are unfolding, video after video.#ashokkharat #rupalichankar
pic.twitter.com/USggcDCGxt— Anupam Anand ✨️ (@Anupam_Anand11) March 30, 2026
Authorities are deeply concerned that the continued circulation of these videos in cyberspace is intimidating potential witnesses, making them hesitant to come forward and support the investigation.
Government and Legal Action
The situation has reached the highest levels of the state government. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered strict action against any media platforms that violate privacy guidelines while reporting on the case. Several news channels have already been issued notices for their handling of the content.
Ashok Kharat,
मेरे पास शब्द नहीं🙈🙊, आप कुछ कहना चाहते हैं तो कमेंट करें pic.twitter.com/XQFOcZnZxO— Your Bills (@Bilal_khan_pro) April 2, 2026
Meanwhile, the legal proceedings against Kharat are intensifying:
Judicial Custody: A Nashik court recently remanded Kharat to 14 days of judicial custody.
The Charges: Kharat was first arrested on March 18 after a 35-year-old woman accused him of repeated rape over three years. Since then, the floodgates have opened.
🚨 Another video leaked exposing Fake Baba Ashok Kharat 😂
He allegedly hypnotized women, made them drink “hypno water,” and carried out sexual abuse + blackmail. pic.twitter.com/622mAHY6mq— Mellyn🌊 (@mellynmr) March 30, 2026
Growing Case File: There are currently at least 10 FIRs registered at the Sarkarwada police station in Nashik—eight for sexual assault and two for cheating.
Widespread Allegations: The SIT has reportedly received over 100 complaints against the godman via their helpline.
Search for Accomplices
How many more videos of Ashok Kharat Scandal will surface? 😆
Ashok Kharat is accused of scaring and cheating people under the guise of “Astrology and Faith,” and exploiting women. The case is growing rapidly with new revelations every day.#AshokKharat #Astrology #Nashik pic.twitter.com/opV1Desm4D
— Brakethesilence (@Omkarugale2811) March 30, 2026
As the SIT builds its case, the police are also hunting for Kharat’s wife, Kalpana, who is currently absconding. She is wanted in connection with a separate land scam case.
The administration continues to appeal to the public to stop the spread of these videos, emphasizing that protecting the dignity of the survivors is crucial for justice to be served.
Astrologer Ashok Kharat viral video.! 😅#AshokKharat #nashik #sinnar pic.twitter.com/EYfItfNP8W
— Brakethesilence (@Omkarugale2811) April 1, 2026