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How Rape-Accused Astrologer, Retired Merchant Navy Officer ‘Captain’ Ashok Kharat Built a Multi-Crore Property Empire

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Ashok Kharat, a numerologist arrested for rape, is being investigated by an SIT in Maharashtra. Kharat, who amassed significant wealth and influence through his spiritual activities, has been linked to several high-profile individuals and is facing allegations of multiple sexual assaults.

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The troubles of astrologer Ashok Kharat, alias Captain Kharat, arrested in a rape case in Nashik, are mounting. Police have recovered 58 video clips and uncovered assets worth over 150 crore rupees. A case of blackmailing has also surfaced in Shirdi. The case is being investigated by IPS Tejaswini Satpute, an SIT investigation into which many major revelations are likely.

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Latestly broke the news in on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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