On Friday, July 10, 2026, Mumbai police arrested 29-year-old television actor Rohit Chandel under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Chandel, known for his roles in serials like Pandya Store and Kashibai Bajirao Ballal, was taken into custody from his Dahisar residence. The actor has been charged with stalking, harassing, and assaulting a 16-year-old girl from an eastern suburb in Mumbai. According to the complaint, Chandel repeatedly called the minor from his own number and other phone numbers, causing her distress. The situation escalated on July 5, 2026, when Chandel allegedly confronted the girl near her residential building, chased her, and assaulted her. The police have invoked sections related to stalking and causing hurt, and the actor has been remanded to police custody. The investigation is ongoing, and the minor victim’s family has filed a complaint against Chandel. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how the allegations against the actor will be addressed. The Mumbai police are working to ensure that justice is served in this matter.
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📰 Source: Bollywood Life