Kozhikode Shocker: Women Forced to Do Nude Puja in Thamarassery by Husband, His ‘Tantrik’ Friend to Bring Prosperity to Family; Accused Arrested
In a disturbing incident in Thamarassery in Kerala’s Kozhikode, a woman was allegedly forced by her husband and his friend to perform a nude puja under the guise of resolving family problems and bringing prosperity.
Kozhikode, September 18: In a disturbing incident in Thamarassery in Kerala’s Kozhikode, a woman was allegedly forced by her husband and his friend to perform a nude puja under the guise of resolving family problems and bringing prosperity.
The accused, identified as PK Prakashan, a native of Thamarassery Adivaram, and Shemeer, the woman's husband, have been arrested. Bengaluru Shocker: 60-Year-Old Man Stabbed Over Love Proposal; Woman and Her Friend Arrested by Karnataka Police.
According to a Keralakaumudi report, Shemeer and Prakashan, who claimed to be a tantric, tried to convince the woman that performing the nude ritual would solve her family's issues. When she resisted their demands, they began harassing her. Unable to bear the pressure, the woman eventually approached the Thamarassery police for help. Deoria Shocker: Mentally Unstable Woman and Her Husband Tied to Tree, Burnt With Iron Rod Over Suspicion of Theft in UP; 5 Arrested After Video Goes Viral.
Following her complaint, a police team led by Inspector A. Sayooj Kumar arrested both Prakashan and Shemeer. The accused were produced in court and subsequently remanded into custody. Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
In another incident, a complaint has emerged involving a teacher at an orphanage, who is accused of sexually assaulting several girls.
According to report, around 12 children at the orphanage submitted a complaint alleging sexual harassment and demanding the teacher's dismissal. Despite these allegations, the institution has yet to take any action.
The complaint, initially submitted to a temporary program officer, was forwarded to the principal but reportedly ignored. After a parent reported the issue to Childline and the child protection officer recommended filing a formal case, no action has been taken by Mukkom police.
Women and Child Helpline Numbers:
Childline India – 1098; Missing Child and Women – 1094; Women’s Helpline – 181; National Commission for Women Helpline – 112; National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170; Police Women and Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/1291.
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