According to the complaint, Shaikh allegedly eve-teased and touched minor girls during the Garba celebrations. When one of the teenagers objected to his alleged advances, he reportedly slapped her and abused and threatened her.
The incident drew attention when bystanders began filming the confrontation. Shaikh allegedly responded defiantly, telling those recording the incident to keep filming.
URGENT 🚨 At Santosh Bhuvan, Nalasopara East, Gufran Shaikh intruded into a garba event and started eve-teasing and touching minor Hindu girls. When one of the girls objected, he slapped her. This happened a few minutes ago. @MBVVPOLICE @DGPMaharashtra @Dev_Fadnavis https://t.co/OsYOeqwrTI
— Treeni (@treeni) October 19, 2026
Following the complaint filed by the minor girl, police at Pelhar Station registered FIR 911/2026. The complaint detailed the alleged advances, abuse and threats, prompting police action.
The case is now set to proceed through investigation. The incident has also prompted demands for the enforcement of the POCSO Act and stronger safety measures at public events, particularly to address allegations of harassment involving minors.
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