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Crime
Madhya Pradesh HC Rejects Accused's Second Bail Plea, Orders SIT in Bageshwar Dham Minor Abuse Case
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 10:01 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed Raju Jatav's second bail application and directed the formation of a Special Investigation Team to probe the minor sexual assault at Bageshwar Dham.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Tuesday turned down a second bail petition filed by Raju Jatav, who is accused of sexually assaulting a minor at the Bageshwar Dham shrine. The bench noted that the gravity of the allegations and the pending investigation warranted continued custody of the accused.
In addition to rejecting the bail plea, the court ordered the creation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to ensure a thorough and impartial probe. The SIT will be tasked with verifying the details of the alleged sexual abuse and identifying the biological father of the unborn child reported in the case.
The court's directive emphasizes the need for a focused inquiry, given the sensitivity surrounding crimes against children. Authorities are expected to appoint the SIT within the next few days and submit a progress report to the bench.
Legal experts say the decision underscores the judiciary's strict stance on sexual offences involving minors, especially when the case involves high‑profile religious sites. The investigation will now proceed under the oversight of the newly formed team, aiming to bring clarity and accountability.
The case continues to draw attention from the public and media, highlighting broader concerns about child protection and the handling of such crimes in religious locales across the state.
In addition to rejecting the bail plea, the court ordered the creation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to ensure a thorough and impartial probe. The SIT will be tasked with verifying the details of the alleged sexual abuse and identifying the biological father of the unborn child reported in the case.
The court's directive emphasizes the need for a focused inquiry, given the sensitivity surrounding crimes against children. Authorities are expected to appoint the SIT within the next few days and submit a progress report to the bench.
Legal experts say the decision underscores the judiciary's strict stance on sexual offences involving minors, especially when the case involves high‑profile religious sites. The investigation will now proceed under the oversight of the newly formed team, aiming to bring clarity and accountability.
The case continues to draw attention from the public and media, highlighting broader concerns about child protection and the handling of such crimes in religious locales across the state.