The Special Court for MPs and MLAs in Bengaluru is set to pronounce its verdict today in the high-profile rape and obscene video case involving former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna. Revanna, the grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, has been behind bars for the past 14 months. The case was initially postponed on July 30, as the court sought further clarifications before concluding proceedings.
If convicted, Prajwal Revanna could face up to 10 years in prison, according to police officials. Based on the outcome, he may also apply for bail in three other related cases pending against him. The current case stems from a complaint by a domestic worker from K.R. Nagar, who accused Revanna of repeated sexual assault. The court examined 26 pieces of evidence, including video footage, forensic samples, and victim statements.
Disturbing videos allegedly showing Revanna sexually assaulting multiple women, including one elderly domestic worker, surfaced during the 2024 Lok Sabha election period. After the initial complaint was filed, Revanna fled the country and remained at large until returning to Bengaluru on May 31, following appeals by H.D. Deve Gowda and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.
Upon his return, Revanna was arrested and sent to Bengaluru Central Jail. His bail pleas have been consistently denied by the judiciary. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has charged Revanna under several sections of the Indian Penal Code, including Section 376(2)(n) (repeated rape), 506 (criminal intimidation), 354B, 354C, and 354A(1), along with provisions of the IT Act for recording and circulating obscene content.
Police sources confirmed the collection of crucial forensic evidence, including semen samples from the victim&rsquo;s clothing and authenticated video footage showing the assault. The case has drawn national attention and today&rsquo;s verdict is expected to have wide-ranging legal and political implications. Latest Update says, Former MP Prajwal Revanna has been found guilty in the rape case involving a domestic worker at his farmhouse. The court is set to announce the quantum of his sentence on August 2. The verdict comes 14 months after the complaint was filed. Revanna reportedly broke down in court upon hearing the judgment. He is the grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda and nephew of former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.

Verdict Today in Rape Case Against Prajwal Revanna

Bengaluru court to rule on rape and video charges against ex-MP Prajwal Revanna

Verdict Today in Rape Case Against Prajwal Revanna

Bengaluru court to rule on rape and video charges against ex-MP Prajwal Revanna

August 1, 2025 | 15:41 IST