Godman Ashok Kharat's Web of Fraudulent Finances Unveiled

Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman facing rape charges, facilitated Rs 63 crore transactions via over 130 accounts under different aliases in Maharashtra's cooperative credit societies. A probe reveals links to Rupali Chakankar, former Women's Commission chairperson. The Special Investigation Team is scrutinizing Kharat's activities, raising concerns of potential money laundering.

In a revealing investigation, self-styled godman Ashok Kharat is found entangled in fraudulent financial activities, having opened over 130 accounts in Maharashtra's cooperative credit societies under various names, facilitating transactions totaling Rs 63 crore.

This investigation, conducted in Ahilyanagar district due to a land-grab attempt involving Kharat and his wife, unveils further layers of complexity, including alleged links with Rupali Chakankar, the former Maharashtra State Women's Commission chairperson.

The Special Investigation Team, probing multiple charges against Kharat, is poised to involve the Enforcement Directorate, intensifying scrutiny over potential money laundering and escalating the legal labyrinth surrounding this self-proclaimed spiritual leader.

(With inputs from agencies.)