There is an uproar over the suicide case of a lady doctor in Satara, Maharashtra. Before committing suicide, the doctor had made serious allegations against senior officers. The accused police sub-inspector has surrendered in this case. Regarding this, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has targeted the Maharashtra government.

Rahul Gandhi posted on X on Sunday (October 26, 2025) that a female doctor, fed up with rape and harassment in Satara, Maharashtra, committed suicide, which is a tragedy that shakes the conscience of any civilized society. He wrote that a promising doctor daughter, who aspired to eradicate the pain of others, became a victim of torture by the criminals in the corrupt power and system.

This is not suicide, it is institutional murder – Rahul Gandhi

The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said that the one who was given the responsibility of protecting the public from criminals, committed the most heinous crime against this innocent child. Raped and exploited her. He further said that according to reports, some influential people associated with BJP also tried to put pressure on him for corruption. This is the most disgusting example of power-protected criminal ideology. This is not suicide, this is institutional murder.

Fed up with rape and harassment in Satara, Maharashtra, the suicide of Dr. Sampada Munde is a tragedy that shakes the conscience of any civilized society.

A promising doctor daughter, who aspired to end the pain of others, became a victim of torture by the corrupt government and criminals in the system…

—Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) October 26, 2025

Rahul Gandhi targeted BJP government

Targeting the government, Rahul Gandhi said that when power becomes the shield of criminals, then who can expect justice? Lady Doctor’s death exposes the inhuman and insensitive face of this BJP government. We stand strongly with the victim’s family in this fight for justice. There is no need for fear but justice for every daughter of India.

What is the whole matter?

According to sources, the doctor was embroiled in an ongoing dispute between the police and the health department for the last few months. It is being told that he had an argument with police officers in a matter related to a medical examination, after which a departmental inquiry was also initiated against him. However, in her suicide note, the deceased has accused Police Sub Inspector Gopal Badne of raping her four times. The second name in the suicide note is that of Prashant Bankar, son of the landlord of the deceased, who has been arrested.

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A 28-year-old female doctor working in a government hospital in Satara district of Maharashtra committed suicide after being raped. Now new revelations are being made in this matter. In the sunny note written by the deceased on her hand, two policemen have been accused of rape and mental harassment for the last five months.

After this incident, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis spoke to Satara Police and directed to immediately suspend the police officers mentioned in the Sunaid note. Police said, “We have registered a case and the body has been sent for post-mortem. We are also investigating the allegations written in the suicide note found in the victim’s hand.”

Rape and mental harassment

The victim claimed in the suicide note that Sub-Inspector Gopal Badane raped and sexually assaulted her several times. In the suicide note, another officer Prashant Bankar has also been accused of mental harassment. Maharashtra Women’s Commission chief Rupali Chakankar said, “We have taken cognizance of the matter and have ordered the Satara police to take strict action against the accused.”

Pressure to change postmortem report

According to the report of news agency PTI, the relatives of the victim have alleged that there was pressure on the medical officials including the doctor to falsify the postmortem report. The victim’s cousin said, “There was a lot of police and political pressure on her for making a wrong postmortem report. We tried to complain about it. My sister should get justice. My sister had joined the service only two years ago, but there was a lot of pressure on her from the authorities to make a fake autopsy or fitness report.”

‘Seniors used to harass the victim’

The victim told her aunt how pressure was put on her in the hospital where she worked. The victim’s aunt said, “We raised her since childhood and bore the expenses of her education. She was under a lot of work pressure, hence she took this step. Just two days ago, she had told that her seniors at work were harassing her.”

Accused policeman suspended

Satara Superintendent of Police Tushar Doshi said, “A case has been registered against Gopal Badane and Prashant Bankar on charges of rape and abetment of suicide. The accused sub-inspector has been suspended and police teams are busy searching for both the accused. This matter will be thoroughly investigated and strict action will be taken.”

The case of suicide of a female doctor in Phaltan Upazila Hospital of Satara district has now taken a shocking turn. The female doctor who committed suicide had written the cause of death on her own hand. Serious allegations of sexual exploitation and mental harassment were made against two people. The entire district police department has been shaken by this sensational incident. Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis took information about this incident from Satara Superintendent of Police (SP) Tushar Doshi. He ordered to immediately suspend the concerned police officer and take strict action against the accused. After this PSI Gopal Badne was immediately suspended.

What did SP Tushar Doshi say?

Satara Superintendent of Police Tushar Doshi said, “We have registered an FIR in this case. The name of one accused is PSI Gopal Badne, who was working at Phaltan Rural Police Station. The other accused is Prashant Bankar, who is not a policeman but a common citizen. We have suspended Gopal Badne and police teams have been sent to arrest both the accused.” He further said that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has given instructions for strict action “The accused are to be arrested immediately and necessary legal action is to be taken, as per this order the investigation is going on at a fast pace.

Both the accused absconding – State Women Commission Chairman

Maharashtra Women’s Commission Chairperson Rupali Chakankar said, “This incident is extremely condemnable and outrageous. I have taken information about the matter. The police have registered an FIR. A case has been registered against both the accused, Police Inspector Gopal Badne and Police Prashant Bankar.” He further said, “Both the accused are absconding, two special teams have been formed to search for them and the police team has set out to search for them. After the postmortem report comes, many more facts will come to light, which will facilitate the investigation.” Rupali Chakankar said, “It is very unfortunate that those who are protectors have become predators. We will ensure that strictest action is taken against the culprits.”

Minister of State for Home Pankaj Bhoyar said that a woman from the Upazila office of Phaltan has committed suicide. A suicide note has been found, which contains the names of two police officers. I have spoken to Satara Superintendent of Police on phone and have given instructions to register an FIR immediately and take legal action. He said that action will be taken against whoever is involved in this incident. Whoever’s name comes forward after the investigation report comes, strict action will be taken against him.

Ajit Pawar News: Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister and head of NCP in Mahayuti Sarkar, has made preparations to strengthen his grip in Satara, considered to be the stronghold of his uncle Sharad Pawar. Ajit Pawar has taken many big decisions regarding Satara.

In fact, in a high -level meeting held in the ministry on Wednesday (June 11) under the chairmanship of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, it was decided to develop the overall development of the Shivkal Rajghat area at Sangam Mahuli of Satara district. This includes the renovation of Kashivishveshwar, Sangameshwar and Rameshwar temples, conservation of Maharani Tarabai, Yesubai and the tomb of first Shahu Maharaj, reconstruction of broken swinging bridge and proper development of ghat complex.

Satara’s big contribution
In this meeting, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said that Satara city has contributed to the establishment of Swarajya and the expansion of the Maratha Empire. Keeping in mind the historical architecture and the emotional association of citizens, Rajghat and samadhi sites should be redeveloped. Using traditional architectural styles and stones, new constructions match the old structure, emphasis was laid. Also, during the rainy season, environmental protection was also emphasized, taking care of the water coming from the dam and the river coming from the dam.

311 crore will be given for development
The Deputy Chief Minister clarified that all the work should be done with the Green Lawism and prior approval of the concerned departments, free from land dispute and construction should be done in a timely manner, the Public Works Department should be taken up. Public Works Minister Shivendraraje Bhosle, Monkey Development Minister Nitesh Rane were present in the meeting. Ajit Pawar also said that an estimated 311 crore fund for redevelopment of Rajghat region will be made available in a phased manner and after completion of the work, a provision of permanent cleaning, care and maintenance will also be ensured.

Ajinkyatara Fort will also be developed
Keeping in mind the importance of the historic Ajinkyatara Fort of Satara, the decision to reconstruct Rajasadar, conserve, coastline and main gate, repair, destroyed turns and ancient architecture, renovation of ancient architecture, information centers for tourists, information centers for tourists, Bird inspection facility and pedestrians, it was also decided to do this meeting under the guidance of Archeology Department. A phased fund of an estimated 113 crore will be approved for this.

Sharad Pawar’s strong grip
Please tell that Sharad Pawar also has a strong hold in Satara district of western Maharashtra. In such a situation, Ajit Pawar has taken decisions for development and in view of the local elections in the coming days, this decision of Ajit Pawar is considered important.