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Crime
Jharkhand Congress MLA accused of raping 14‑year‑old, FIR lodged
✍️ NDTV
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 12:37 AM
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A Congress MLA from Jharkhand has been accused of raping a 14‑year‑old girl, and an FIR has been filed with local police, NDTV reports.
The police in Jharkhand have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against a sitting Congress Member of the Legislative Assembly following allegations that he sexually assaulted a 14‑year‑old girl. The complaint, filed by the victim's family, claims the MLA abused his position to commit the act.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the FIR has been lodged and that a formal investigation is now underway. No details about the alleged incident's location or timeline have been released, and the MLA has not yet made a public statement.
The case adds to growing scrutiny of elected representatives accused of criminal conduct, with authorities emphasizing that the investigation will proceed in accordance with the law. The victim, a minor, is entitled to protection under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the police have been directed to ensure her safety throughout the process.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the FIR has been lodged and that a formal investigation is now underway. No details about the alleged incident's location or timeline have been released, and the MLA has not yet made a public statement.
The case adds to growing scrutiny of elected representatives accused of criminal conduct, with authorities emphasizing that the investigation will proceed in accordance with the law. The victim, a minor, is entitled to protection under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the police have been directed to ensure her safety throughout the process.