Nashik Godman Case: Probe Ordered into Officials' Links as Details Emerge on 'Magic Honey' Scheme

Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis has ordered an investigation into the involvement of government officers in the Nashik godman Ashok Kharat case, as new details reveal Kharat peddled 'magic' Turkish honey at exorbitant prices to influential figures seeking remedies for various ailments.

24 Mar, 16:37 — 24 Mar, 18:14

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Why this matters

This case highlights potential exploitation of vulnerable individuals, including influential figures, through fraudulent schemes. The involvement of government officials, if proven, would raise serious questions about corruption and abuse of power within public service.

Key entitiesAshok Kharat CM Fadnavis Nashik

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What 2 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Ashok Kharat is a godman from Nashik
He allegedly sold 'magic' Turkish honey at high prices
A probe has been ordered into the case

Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

Ashok Kharat peddled 'magic' Turkish honey at Rs 15 lakh a kg

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Kharat's clients included influential figures like politicians

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CM Fadnavis told the Assembly that the angle of government officers' involvement is under probe

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The specific price of the 'magic' Turkish honey (Rs 15 lakh per kg)

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Details about Kharat's clientele, including politicians, and the types of remedies sought (sexual health, physical weakness)

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indian-expressMostly Factual26d ago

Nashik godman Ashok Kharat case: Were govt officers involved? CM Fadnavis tells Assembly even that angle under probe

By Shubhangi Khapre

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ndtvMostly Factual26d ago

Nashik Godman Peddled 'Magic' Turkish Honey At Rs 15 Lakh A kg

Kharat's clients included influential figures like politicians, who often approached him for remedies for sexual health and physical weakness.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: indian-express · 24 Mar, 16:37|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h

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indian-express24 Mar, 16:37First to report

Nashik godman Ashok Kharat case: Were govt officers involved? CM Fadnavis tells Assembly even that angle under probe

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ndtv24 Mar, 18:14Latest update

Nashik Godman Peddled 'Magic' Turkish Honey At Rs 15 Lakh A kg

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from solely focusing on the godman's fraudulent activities to also investigating potential corruption involving government officials.

Initial RevelationsMarch 24 afternoon

Details emerge about godman Ashok Kharat's alleged scheme of selling 'magic' honey to influential clients.

Probe ExpansionMarch 24 evening

CM Fadnavis announces that the investigation will include potential links between Kharat and government officials.

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Nashik Godman Case: Probe Ordered into Officials' Links as Details Emerge on 'Magic Honey' Scheme

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What sources agree on

Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

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Nashik godman Ashok Kharat case: Were govt officers involved? CM Fadnavis tells Assembly even that angle under probe

Nashik Godman Peddled 'Magic' Turkish Honey At Rs 15 Lakh A kg

Coverage Timeline

Nashik godman Ashok Kharat case: Were govt officers involved? CM Fadnavis tells Assembly even that angle under probe

Nashik Godman Peddled 'Magic' Turkish Honey At Rs 15 Lakh A kg

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