Bombay court rejects doctor's bail in harassment case

A Bombay High Court judge denied pre-arrest bail to a suspended KEM Hospital doctor accused of sexually harassing six female doctors, citing the potential for retaliation. The court rejected Dr. Ravindra Deokar's plea due to concerns about his influence and the fear felt by the victims, who included medical students. The judge emphasized the need to protect the victims' safety and dignity, given the doctor's position and the alleged long-term nature of the harassment. The doctor, an additional professor, faces accusations of inappropriate behavior dating back to 2021. The court noted the emotional harm to the victims and the lack of support for a previous complaint, leading to the rejection of his bail request.