Occult Practices, Physical Abuse & Rs 12.5 Crore: Another Uddhav Sena Leader In Trouble, But Of A Different Kind
Occult Practices, Physical Abuse & Rs 12.5 Crore: Another Uddhav Sena Leader In Trouble, But Of A Different Kind Written By, Last Updated: July 13
Occult Practices, Physical Abuse & Rs 12.5 Crore: Another Uddhav Sena Leader In Trouble, But Of A Different Kind Written By, Last Updated: July 13, 2026, 18:22 IST Vinayak Raut said his daughter-in-law's FIR is a conspiracy stemming from failed matrimonial negotiations where she demanded ₹12.5 crore alimony, 3-BHK luxury flat and a car Rapid Read Vinayak Raut. (ANI) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Vinayak Raut and his family are currently embroiled in a major controversy after his daughter-in-law, Girija Raut, filed an FIR alleging severe domestic harassment and forced occult practices. Rebuffing the claims, Vinayak Raut issued a public challenge and stated that the allegations are completely false. Following the complaint, the Maharashtra police withdrawn Vinayak Raut’s police security cover. THE ALLEGATIONS The case was registered at the Kapurbawdi Police Station in Thane under provisions covering domestic violence and the Maharashtra Anti-Superstition and Black Magic Act. Seven people have been booked, including Vinayak Raut, his wife Shamal, and his son Gitesh Raut (a former BMC corporator). Girija Raut alleged that she was repeatedly forced by her in-laws to drink cow urine and undergo various “aghori" (occult) rituals under the guidance of self-styled godmen to help her conceive.
The complaint states she faced continuous physical, emotional, and financial exploitation since marrying Gitesh in December 2017. She claimed her salary and bank accounts were completely controlled by her husband. Mumbai | On his daughter-in-law's case, former Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Vinayak Raut says, "She is defaming us at someone else's behest; why didn't she complain earlier? On December 31, 2023, 10–13 bags containing her 'Stree-dhan' were taken to her maternal home. Each time, her demand… pic.twitter.com/PmFOoETabY— ANI (@ANI) July 13, 2026 THE ARREST The Thane police arrested Firoz Shaikh, an alleged occultist from Sindhudurg named in the complaint. He has been remanded to police custody. Vinayak Raut and his family have approached the Thane Sessions Court seeking anticipatory bail. The court is scheduled to hear their plea on July 23, 2026, and reports indicate police will not question them until the hearing. WHAT VINAYAK RAUT, UBT SAID Vinayak Raut argued that Girija has been living separately for the past three years. He alleged that this FIR is a conspiracy stemming from failed matrimonial negotiations where the complainant demanded a ₹12.5 crore alimony settlement, a 3-BHK luxury flat, and a car.
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