Overview
- The alleged assault occurred on October 18 at Dr Praveen's private clinic in central Bengaluru during a consultation for a skin infection.
- In her complaint, the 21-year-old says he touched her inappropriately, hugged and kissed her, forced her to undress, and suggested meeting at a hotel.
- She informed her family, after which relatives and local residents protested outside the clinic, prompting police to detain the doctor.
- Ashok Nagar police arrested the 56-year-old and a court remanded him to judicial custody, with charges filed under BNS Sections 75 and 79.
- The accused denies wrongdoing, claiming a misunderstanding, while police say the investigation is ongoing.