Scandal Case: Prajwal Revanna Allegedly Called Women To Storeroom, Woman Tells Cops

A major controversy has erupted in Karnataka over allegations of a scandal involving former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda's grandson and Hassan MP, Prajwal Revanna. Following a letter from the Chairperson of the Women's Commission, Dr. Nagalakshmi, the Karnataka government has formed a special investigation team (SIT) to look into the matter.

Recently, explicit video clips purportedly featuring Prajwal Revanna began circulating in Hassan. An FIR alleging sexual harassment has been filed against Prajwal Revanna and his father, H. D. Revanna, an MLA from Holenarasipur, based on a complaint by a woman who worked at Revanna's residence.

The complainant stated that she decided to speak out after watching videos of other victims recounting their experiences. According to her, Prajwal Revanna started summoning her to his quarters in the fourth month of her employment. She mentioned that in a household with six female staff members, fear loomed whenever Prajwal Revanna returned home, and even male colleagues advised caution.

The woman accused HD Revanna and Prajwal Revanna of sexually assaulting female workers in their homes. She alleged that when HD Revanna's wife was absent, he would call women to the storeroom, touch them while offering fruits, and sexually assault them by removing their saree pins.

Additionally, the complainant claimed that Prajwal Revanna misbehaved with her daughter during a video call, prompting her daughter to block his number. The case has been registered under various sections of the IPC, including 354A (sexual harassment), 354D (stalking), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 509 (outraging the modesty of a woman).

Prajwal Revanna is reported to have left the country for Germany. Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated that if Prajwal has indeed left for a foreign country, the SIT will be responsible for his return and continuing the investigation. Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar expressed shame over the incident, emphasizing that it is unacceptable for an MP and the grandson of a former Prime Minister to be involved in such a crime. He noted that Prajwal Revanna, who represented the same constituency as his grandfather, was again fielded by the JD(S), part of the BJP-led NDA, in the recent polls in Hassan.