Pune Police Disrupts Drug Party, Arrests Seven Including Politician's Son-in-Law
Police Raid Uncovers Drug Party
On Sunday, law enforcement in Pune conducted a raid on a private apartment, leading to the dismantling of a drug party. Authorities confiscated various substances, including drugs, hookah equipment, and alcoholic beverages. Among those apprehended were seven individuals, one of whom is Pranjal Khewalkar, the son-in-law of former Maharashtra minister Eknath Khadse.
Court Proceedings and Arrest Details
The court has placed all seven suspects in police custody until July 29. Pranjal Khewalkar is married to Rohini Khadse, who serves as the state president of the NCP women's wing aligned with Sharad Pawar.
Profile of Pranjal Khewalkar
Pranjal Khewalkar, the son of Eknath Khadse and husband to Rohini Khadse, has been detained alongside others. A senior police official confirmed this information. Khewalkar identifies himself on Instagram as a businessman, social worker, and doctor. He is noted as a versatile entrepreneur and producer, having recently launched his first music video titled 'Na Hona Tumse Door' through his production company, Summer Productions. Additionally, he is venturing into OTT platforms and has business interests in sugar, energy, and event management.
Details of the Police Operation
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Nikhil Pingale stated during a press briefing that the raid was initiated following intelligence about a rave party occurring in a studio apartment in the upscale Khardi area. The police seized 2.7 grams of a cocaine-like substance, 70 grams of a marijuana-like substance, a hookah pot, various hookah flavors, and several bottles of liquor from the location.
Government Response
In response to the incident, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remarked, 'I learned about this through the media. I have been engaged in various programs today and have not yet received a detailed briefing. Based on media reports, it appears that the police have successfully disrupted a rave party where drugs were discovered. I will provide further comments once I have more information. At first glance, it seems a crime has occurred at that site.'
Public Reaction
Nagpur: On the Pune rave party case, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis says, "Even I saw it only in the media. I've been attending programs since morning, so I haven't received an actual briefing on it yet. Based on what is being shown in the media, the police have busted a rave… pic.twitter.com/lKS5rbdk6t
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