Bageerath with Union minister Bandi Sanjay NEW DELHI: A Hyderabad court granted interim bail until June 25 to Bageerath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, who was arrested in connection with a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.Bageerath, who had been lodged in judicial custody, secured temporary relief from the court on Friday to enable him to appear for his BBA examinations.He was taken into custody on the night of May 16 following the registration of the case and was later remanded to judicial custody by a magistrate. Prior to his arrest, the Telangana High Court had declined to provide him interim protection from coercive action.The case was registered at the Petbasheerabad police station on May 8 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the POCSO Act based on a complaint filed by the mother of a 17-year-old girl.According to the complaint, Bageerath was in a relationship with the minor and had allegedly subjected her to sexual harassment. After investigators recorded the girl’s statement, additional and more serious charges under the BNS and POCSO Act were incorporated into the case.Bageerath, however, has denied the allegations and filed a counter-complaint of his own. In his version, he alleged that the girl had introduced herself to him and had invited him to family events and social gatherings.He stated that, trusting the family, he accompanied them on group visits to certain religious places. He further claimed that the girl and her parents later pressured him to marry her and allegedly demanded money when he refused.According to his complaint, he was threatened with false cases if he did not comply with their demands. Police subsequently registered an FIR on the basis of his complaint as well.The matter remains under investigation. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJahangir Khan’s Wife Arrested For Allegedly Plotting Falta Police Station AttackSanjay Raut Hits Back At Shinde Over ‘Trailer’ Remark, Calls Him A Dishonest LeaderNEET-UG Re-Exam Blunder: Nagpur Student Assigned Abu Dhabi Centre, NTA Corrects Error After OutcryDhaka Erupts In Protest As Hindus Hit Streets With ‘Jai Shri Ram’ Chants | WatchNEET Retest Tragedy: 12 Students Die By Suicide In 37 Days After Exam Cancellation’Just A Trailer’: Eknath Shinde Signals More Shiv Sena (UBT) Defections Amid Operation Tiger BuzzShashi Tharoor Welcomes Modi-Trump Warmth, Says US Relations With Pakistan Need Not Affect IndiaWest Bengal Police Launch Probe Into TMC Bank Accounts Holding ₹535 Crore After MLA’s ComplaintTMC, BJP Workers Clash Outside Kolkata Airport During Abhishek Banerjee’s Return From Delhi”Ready To Step Down”: Uddhav Thackeray’s Emotional Message As MP Revolt Rocks Shiv Sena (UBT)123PhotostoriesWhat happens when you soak dal for 30 minutes before cookingVitamin D supplements not working? 3 common mistakes people make, heart surgeon revealsTeenagers who feel close to their parents make safer choices: 7 activities parents can do with their teens to build deeper connection5 things Vastu says you should remove from your office desk immediatelyThe parenting lessons that Priyanka Chopra learned from her father: From making eye contact to being courageousHow to grow pudina at home fromstore-bought leaves and stem:A step-by-step beginner’s guide for a healthy harvestInside Barun Sobti’s lavish Mumbai house: A massive living room, stunning balconies, elegant decor and moreFrom witchcraft to beauty icon: The surprising history of red lipstick10 signs a couple is losing emotional intimacyBridal colour trends 2026: The wedding hues replacing traditional red123Hot PicksNeeraj ChopraScotland Vs MoroccoBrazil Vs HaltiJIO IPOUddhav ThackerayAbhishek BanerjeeEknath ShindeSamanta BullockLondon Train TragedyTop TrendingBihar gang-rapeUS-Iran Peace DealStock Market LiveFIFA World Cup 2026What is Legacy BadgeBEST bus strikeAIIMS BSc Nursing Admit CardMHT CET PCM 2nd attempt resultsGold rate todayIndia-UK FTA
NEW DELHI: A Hyderabad court granted interim bail until June 25 to Bageerath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, who was arrested in connection with a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.Bageerath, who had been lodged in judicial custody, secured temporary relief from the court on Friday to enable him to appear for his BBA examinations.He was taken into custody on the night of May 16 following the registration of the case and was later remanded to judicial custody by a magistrate. Prior to his arrest, the Telangana High Court had declined to provide him interim protection from coercive action.The case was registered at the Petbasheerabad police station on May 8 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the POCSO Act based on a complaint filed by the mother of a 17-year-old girl.According to the complaint, Bageerath was in a relationship with the minor and had allegedly subjected her to sexual harassment. After investigators recorded the girl’s statement, additional and more serious charges under the BNS and POCSO Act were incorporated into the case.Bageerath, however, has denied the allegations and filed a counter-complaint of his own. In his version, he alleged that the girl had introduced herself to him and had invited him to family events and social gatherings.He stated that, trusting the family, he accompanied them on group visits to certain religious places. He further claimed that the girl and her parents later pressured him to marry her and allegedly demanded money when he refused.According to his complaint, he was threatened with false cases if he did not comply with their demands. Police subsequently registered an FIR on the basis of his complaint as well.The matter remains under investigation.
