MP: Deputy collector faces rape allegations, case registered
Rajgarh (MP) (PTI): Police have registered a case against a deputy collector from Bhopal after a woman government staffer accused him of repeatedly raping her on the pretext of marrying her, an official said on Friday.
Accused Rajesh Sorte (47) allegedly got into a relationship with the complainant when he was the tehsildar in Pachore of Rajgarh district in 2022. Since then, he allegedly sexually assaulted her at different locations, the official said, quoting the woman’s complaint.
The Pachore police on Thursday booked Sorte for rape under the Indian Penal Code since the alleged crime was committed in 2022, before the implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Sarangpur Sub Divisional Officer of Police Arvind Singh told PTI.
He said the complainant had shared a video to back her claim.
“We have formed a special team to arrest Sorte,” the official said.
The woman had approached Rajgarh Superintendent of Police Aditya Mishra with her complaint against Sorte. The SP then passed it to inspector Akhilesh Verma from Pachor police station for a probe.
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Bhatkal: New Shams School pays tribute to SM Syed Khalil
Bhatkal: The management and students of New Shams School gathered during their morning assembly on Saturday to mourn the demise of SM Syed Khalil, a prominent NRI businessman and a guiding force for the school.
Addressing the assembly, Education Board member Moulana Ziya Ruknuddin reflected on Syed Khalil’s remarkable life journey. He highlighted how Khalil, born under challenging circumstances following his father’s death before his birth, overcame significant obstacles to achieve great success.
“Khalil’s life is an inspiration for all of us,” Maulana Ruknuddin said, urging students to draw lessons from his resilience, dedication, and humility. He also emphasized Khalil’s commitment to supporting education and his role in uplifting the people of Bhatkal.
Moulana Ziya further acknowledged Khalil’s contributions to the school, noting his instrumental role in constructing the new campus of New Shams School. He described Khalil as a mentor and guide who was always available to offer his support and vision for the betterment of the institution.
Principal Liyaquat Ali and Board Secretary Syed Qutub Barmawar also attended the ceremony, along with teachers and other staff members, as they joined the students in paying tribute to the beloved community leader.
