MAPUSA
A woman was allegedly molested during Dahi Handi celebrations at Khorlim in Mapusa on Saturday evening. Police arrested a 29-year-old man from Pandharpur in connection with the incident.
The accused has been identified as Balaji Chavan (29). Mapusa police registered a case against him under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
According to information available, the incident took place during a public Dahi Handi programme at Khorlim, where a large crowd had gathered for the celebrations. The accused allegedly took advantage of the crowd and misbehaved with the woman.
Following the incident, the woman, accompanied by relatives and local residents, approached the Mapusa police station and lodged a complaint.
The incident angered local residents, with a large crowd gathering outside the police station and demanding action against the accused. The situation reportedly became tense for some time.
Police officials intervened and spoke to the agitated residents before managing to pacify the crowd.
Mapusa police later registered a case and arrested Chavan. He was taken into custody for further investigation.
Police are expected to record the statements of the woman and other witnesses who were present at the celebrations.
