Chhattisgarh Official Arrested Over Rape Allegation

Rahul Sahu, an agriculture marketing officer in Chhattisgarh, was arrested after being accused of raping a woman under the promise of marriage. The 35-year-old man reportedly backed out of marrying the 30-year-old victim. The police are investigating the case further.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Korba | Updated: 20-02-2026 16:50 IST | Created: 20-02-2026 16:50 IST
Chhattisgarh Official Arrested Over Rape Allegation
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In Chhattisgarh, an agriculture department official named Rahul Sahu has been arrested following allegations of rape. The arrest came after a woman accused him of violating her under the promise of marriage.

Rahul Sahu, aged 35, served as an agriculture marketing officer in Gharghodha town, Raigarh district. He was reportedly in a relationship with a 30-year-old woman and had promised to marry her, but later called off the wedding scheduled for this month.

After registering a rape case, the police arrested Sahu in Gharghodha town and took him to Korba. The investigation continues, with local authorities promising a thorough examination of the allegations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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