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Ex-Shiv Sena MP Vinayak Raut Booked Over Black Magic Allegations

Former Shiv Sena MP Vinayak Raut and his son arrested. Daughter-in-law alleges black magic rituals and harassment.

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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 12 July 2026 at 03:44 pm
Ex-Shiv Sena MP Vinayak Raut Booked Over Black Magic Allegations

A shocking case has emerged in Mumbai, where former Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Vinayak Raut and his son Gitesh Raut have been booked and arrested on allegations of subjecting his daughter-in-law, Girija Raut, to black magic rituals and domestic harassment.

According to reports, Girija Raut accused her in-laws of forcing her to undergo black magic rituals, which included drinking cow urine, and subjecting her to physical, mental, and emotional harassment after her marriage to Gitesh Raut in December 2017. She also alleged that there had been no physical relationship between the couple since 2018 and that several self-styled godmen were brought in by her family members to perform occult rituals in an attempt to help her conceive.

Girija Raut further alleged that rituals involving her hair, a live chicken, wires, and a special drink were performed, and that she was forced to take unidentified pills. The allegations are extremely serious and have sparked a strong reaction from political leaders and women's rights activists.

Former Chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women and Shiv Sena leader Susieben Shah termed the incident as an extremely serious, shameful, and condemnable act. She questioned whether Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), supports or endorses practices related to superstition and black magic.

Shah also emphasized that such activities are prohibited under the law and that if a woman is subjected to degrading treatment, including being forced to consume substances or being physically assaulted, it is completely unacceptable. The incident has highlighted the need for stronger laws and stricter enforcement to prevent such cases of harassment and superstition.

The case is currently being heard in the Thane court, where Vinayak Raut, his son Gitesh Raut, and self-styled godman Firoz Sheikh were produced after their arrest. The court will decide on the next course of action in the case.

The incident has sparked a wider debate about the prevalence of superstition and black magic in Indian society, particularly in cases of domestic harassment and violence against women. It has also highlighted the need for greater awareness and education about the dangers of such practices and the importance of protecting women's rights and dignity.

In recent years, there have been several cases of women being subjected to harassment and violence in the name of superstition and black magic. The incident involving Vinayak Raut and his family is a stark reminder of the need for stronger laws and stricter enforcement to prevent such cases.

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has been actively working to prevent such cases of harassment and violence against women. The commission has been conducting awareness campaigns and workshops to educate people about the dangers of superstition and black magic and the importance of protecting women's rights and dignity.

The incident has also sparked a reaction from the Shiv Sena (UBT) party, with several leaders condemning the alleged actions of Vinayak Raut and his family. The party has emphasized its commitment to protecting women's rights and dignity and has promised to take strong action against anyone found guilty of such crimes.

In conclusion, the case of Vinayak Raut and his family is a shocking reminder of the prevalence of superstition and black magic in Indian society. It highlights the need for stronger laws and stricter enforcement to prevent such cases of harassment and violence against women. The incident has sparked a wider debate about the importance of protecting women's rights and dignity and the need for greater awareness and education about the dangers of such practices.

The case is likely to have significant implications for the Shiv Sena (UBT) party and its leaders, particularly Uddhav Thackeray. The party will need to take strong action to distance itself from the alleged actions of Vinayak Raut and his family and to demonstrate its commitment to protecting women's rights and dignity.

Overall, the incident is a stark reminder of the need for greater awareness and education about the dangers of superstition and black magic and the importance of protecting women's rights and dignity. It highlights the need for stronger laws and stricter enforcement to prevent such cases of harassment and violence against women and to ensure that those found guilty are brought to justice.

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