Bengaluru, October 2024 — The Karnataka High Court has denied bail to JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna in a rape case, dealing a significant blow to the political leader. Revanna, who is the grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, has been accused of sexual assault by a woman who filed a complaint earlier this year.
In his bail plea, Revanna claimed that the allegations were baseless and politically motivated, arguing that he should be granted relief pending trial. However, the High Court rejected the plea, citing the seriousness of the charges and the need for a thorough investigation. The court emphasized that granting bail at this stage could interfere with the ongoing probe and affect the integrity of the judicial process.
The case against Prajwal Revanna has drawn widespread attention, both due to his political stature and the sensitive nature of the charges. The complainant has alleged that Revanna sexually assaulted her under the pretext of a personal relationship, accusations that the MP has vehemently denied.
With the denial of bail, Revanna will remain in judicial custody as the investigation progresses. The legal battle is expected to be closely watched as the case moves forward, with potential implications for Revanna’s political career and public image.
Meanwhile, Revanna’s legal team is considering further legal options, including approaching the Supreme Court for bail. The JD(S) leadership has refrained from commenting on the matter, but internal sources indicate that the party is bracing for the impact this case may have on its upcoming electoral prospects in Karnataka.
This development adds to the growing list of legal challenges faced by high-profile politicians in the state, and the case is likely to keep political and public discourse engaged in the months ahead.