Sat Nov 01 21:17:56 UTC 2025: Summary:

Maratha reservation agitation leader Manoj Jarange Patil met with the family of a woman doctor from Beed district, Maharashtra, who was found dead in a hotel room in Satara district on October 23rd. The doctor alleged in a note that she was raped by a sub-inspector and mentally harassed by a software engineer. Both men have been arrested. Jarange Patil assured the family of his support and spoke with the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers, who also assured the family of their support and cooperation. The CM has promised to decide on setting up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) within two days, under the leadership of a female IPS officer.

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Maratha Leader Jarange Patil Intervenes in Doctor’s Death Case, Promises Justice for Family

Beed, Maharashtra – November 2, 2025 – Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil met with the grieving family of a woman doctor from Beed district yesterday, offering his support and a pledge to ensure justice is served following her tragic death in Satara district last week.

The doctor, whose name is being withheld to protect her privacy, was found dead in a hotel room in Phaltan on October 23rd. A note she allegedly wrote on her palm accused Sub Inspector Gopal Badane of multiple rapes and Prashant Bankar, a software engineer, of mental harassment. Both men are currently in custody.

Jarange Patil, visiting the family in Kavadgaon, Wadwani tehsil, personally contacted Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam, connecting them directly with the victim’s relatives. These leaders assured the family of their full support and promised swift action in the investigation.

“The Chief Minister has assured me that a decision regarding the formation of a Special Investigation Team will be made within the next 48 hours,” Jarange Patil stated, emphasizing the importance of a thorough and impartial investigation. According to reports, the CM has already directed the state Director General of Police to form the SIT and assigned a female IPS officer to lead the effort.

The case has sparked outrage across Maharashtra, highlighting the need for accountability and justice. (If you or someone you know is in distress, please contact Connecting NGO at 1800 843 4353 or 9922001122, daily from 12 noon to 8 p.m., Pune. Those in distress or having suicidal thoughts are encouraged to seek help and counseling by calling the helpline numbers available.)

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