Singer accuses Sachin of sexual assault, miscarriage without consent
Sachin Sanghvi, from the popular music duo Sachin-Jigar, was arrested in Mumbai after a 29-year-old singer accused him of sexual assault and related offenses.
She says he reached out on Instagram in February 2024, promising music opportunities, which led to several meetings at his Santacruz studio.
The singer alleges Sanghvi claimed to have a troubled marriage and promised to divorce his wife and marry her.
She became pregnant in August 2024 and claims he pressured her into an abortion by giving her pills without consent, then cut off all contact.
Sanghvi granted bail, lawyer calls allegations baseless
Police have registered an FIR under new criminal law sections for sexual intercourse by deceit, assault to outrage modesty, and causing miscarriage without consent.
Sanghvi was granted bail the same day as his arrest. His lawyer has called the allegations baseless and said the arrest was illegal.
The investigation is ongoing, with both sides preparing for further legal action.