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The complainant, Poonam Dharmaraj Kharde (17 years, student, Chambhar community), resident of Jejla, Taluka Bhum, District Dharashiv, alleges continuous harassment by Raj Laxman Golekar of the same village (Maratha community).

In September 2023, while the complainant was a minor and walking to school, Raj Golekar allegedly forcibly held her, took her photograph without consent, and threatened to make it viral unless she communicated with him. Due to this threat, she continued contact for several months.

In 2025, while the complainant was studying and staying at a hostel in Barshi, Raj Golekar allegedly sent obscene messages and demanded sexual favors through WhatsApp, and threatened to disrupt her education and safety. He also allegedly stalked her near her residence. On June 13, 2025, the complainant's father was informed of a threat by Raj Golekar to kidnap her, following which her education was stopped and she was brought back to the village. On October 30, 2025, Raj Golekar allegedly threatened that he would interfere with her marriage if she married someone else.

The complainant states that despite her family attempting to reason with the accused's family, no corrective action was taken. She alleges ongoing harassment, threats, and intimidation, and seeks legal action against Raj Laxman