Pimpri Chinchwad: Builder Attacked Over ‘Hafta’ Demand, Police Book Ravan Gang Member
Chikhali , 28th August 2025: A local builder from Chikhali was allegedly assaulted and threatened with dire consequences on Tuesday morning after he refused to pay protection money.
The incident took place around 6 am at Hanuman Nagar, Tamhane Vasti. Police said the victim, identified as 31-year-old Sharad Prabhakar Tamhane, was confronted by a man who demanded a monthly payment to allow his construction work to continue.
The accused has been named as 32-year-old Nikhil Dilip Bhagwat, a resident of Akurdi, who claimed affiliation with the so-called ‘Ravan Gang.’ According to investigators, Bhagwat demanded ₹1 lakh per month from Tamhane. When the builder declined, the accused allegedly abused him, picked up a stone, and attacked.
Bhagwat shouted a threat, warning, “I belong to Ravan Gang. Whoever stands against me will not be spared.”
A woman identified as Kajal has also been booked in connection with the case. Pimpri-Chinchwad police have registered an FIR and launched further investigation.
