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Pune Robotics Teacher Arrested For Molesting Student

A 14-year-old girl was allegedly molested by her robotics teacher. The accused has been arrested and sent to police custody.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 15 July 2026 at 08:18 pm
Pune Robotics Teacher Arrested For Molesting Student

A robotics tuition teacher in Pune has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 14-year-old girl who was his student. The incident occurred last month during a robotics class.

The accused, identified as Arif Syed, was arrested after a First Information Report (FIR) was registered at a local police station. A court has remanded him to police custody until July 17.

According to Pune City Police Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Milind Mohite, the girl had been attending the robotics class and had also been visiting the accused's house for tuition since childhood. The alleged incident came to light during a robotics session last month.

DCP Mohite said that the girl's family had filed a complaint, and the police had arrested the accused. The police have been granted custody of the accused until July 17 to conduct further investigations.

The officer also mentioned that a video related to the incident had surfaced, and some members of the public had allegedly attempted to assault the accused. However, DCP Mohite clarified that there was no political connection to the case.

The police are continuing their investigation and are examining available evidence as part of the probe. Further details are awaited.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of children in tuition classes. The police have urged parents to be vigilant and to ensure that their children are safe while attending classes.

The accused has been booked under the POCSO Act, which deals with cases of child abuse and molestation. The police are taking the case seriously and are working to ensure that justice is served.

The incident is a reminder of the need for parents and authorities to be aware of the potential risks faced by children and to take steps to prevent such incidents from occurring.

The case is currently under investigation, and the police are working to gather more evidence and to build a strong case against the accused. The outcome of the case will depend on the evidence presented in court and the verdict of the judge.

In the meantime, the police have assured the public that they are taking all necessary steps to ensure that the accused is brought to justice and that the victim receives the support and care that she needs.

The incident has also highlighted the importance of creating a safe and secure environment for children to learn and grow. It is the responsibility of parents, teachers, and authorities to ensure that children are protected from harm and that they are able to thrive in a safe and supportive environment.

The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and to assist with the investigation. The case is a serious one, and the police are working to ensure that justice is served and that the victim receives the support and care that she needs.

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