One name has taken over Maharashtra’s news cycle and flooded Indian search engines — Ashok Kharat. And with it, a dangerous wave of fake MMS links is putting thousands of curious users at risk. Here’s the full story, minus the clickbait.
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Who Is Ashok Kharat?
Ashok Kharat, a self-proclaimed numerologist and godman from Nashik, Maharashtra, was arrested by the Crime Branch after a 27-year-old woman filed a complaint of sexual assault against him. BetterWorld Known as “Captain Kharat” due to his Merchant Navy background, he was reportedly close to prominent politicians, businessmen, and celebrities. BetterWorld
The 58 Videos – What Police Actually Found in MMS ?
| Detail | Facts |
|---|---|
| Who is accused | Ashok Kharat, Nashik-based self-proclaimed godman |
| What was recovered | 58 obscene videos found on a pen drive |
| Arrest basis | Rape & sexual exploitation of a 27-year-old woman |
| Investigating agency | Nashik Crime Branch, Special Investigation Team (SIT) |
| Political fallout | Rupali Chakankar resigned as Maharashtra Women’s Commission chief |
When police investigated the matter, 58 obscene videos were found in a pen drive belonging to Kharat, showing him in obscene acts with different women — these videos are now part of the evidence in the case.
Rupali Chakankar’s Controversial Connection-
Photos of Rupali Chakankar with Kharat went viral on social media, triggering a major political uproar with opposition leaders questioning her role as chairperson of the Maharashtra State Women’s Commission. She eventually resigned from her position as president of the state NCP women wing amid the controversy. NewsX
Are the Viral MMS Links Real? The Hard Truth
Hold on before you click. Much of the content circulating on platforms like Telegram, Instagram, and even search engines can be misleading. Many videos are heavily edited, taken out of context, or completely unrelated, while numerous links are created simply to attract clicks, generate ad revenue, or even spread malware and phishing scams.
Legal experts and digital rights advocates also caution that sharing or forwarding unverified content can have serious consequences. Under the Information Technology Act and the Indian Penal Code, distributing such material—especially if it is false or harmful—may be treated as an offence.
This is exactly how viral misinformation spreads — curiosity turns into a trap, and real victims suffer while the case gets buried under sensationalism.
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What Should You Do Instead?
✅ Avoid clicking unverified Telegram or WhatsApp links ✅ Report suspicious content on social media platforms ✅ Focus on verified news sources for case updates ✅ Support victims — don’t amplify their trauma
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FAQs
Q: Were the 58 videos of Ashok Kharat found online or by police?
A: The 58 obscene videos were recovered by police from a pen drive belonging to Kharat and are part of the official legal evidence — they are not publicly available online.
Q: Is the Ashok Kharat–Rupali Chakankar MMS video real?
A: No verified intimate video involving Chakankar exists — most circulating links are fake, malware-laced scams exploiting public curiosity around the case.
