Rohit Chandel granted bail in POCSO case involving 16‑year‑old accuser
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Television actor Rohit Chandel, known for his role in the Star Plus series Sairaab, was released on bail by a Mumbai Sessions Court after being charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The case was filed by a 16‑year‑old girl who alleged stalking, harassment and assault. The court ordered bail following a submission by Chandel’s counsel, while the matter remains under investigation. QUOTE: "Happy and deeply relieved" — Mandirakshi Mundle, co‑star of Chandel.
Covered by 5 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 40% center, 60% right.
Who is covering this story
- Center (2): Bollywood Hungama, Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now
Sources
- Rohit Chandel walks out on bail in POCSO case — Here's what the court has ordered — Bollywood Hungama (center)
- ‘Yato Dharmastato Jayaḥ’: Television Actor Rohit Chandel’s FIRST Post After Bail, Celebrates Release Amid POCSO Case With Spiritual Note — Free Press Journal (center)
- After Bail, Rohit Chandel Reacts To Sairaab Going Off-Air; Thanks Team For Unwavering Support During 'Tough Times' — Times Now (right-leaning)
- Rohit Chandel Shares FIRST Post After Receiving Bail In POCSO Case: Yato Dharmastato Jayah — Times Now (right-leaning)
- Rohit Chandel's Sairaab Co-Star Mandirakshi Mundle On His Bail In POCSO Case: Happy And Deeply Relieved - EXCLUSIVE — Times Now (right-leaning)