Pune Horror: Elderly Man Held for Allegedly Molesting 9-Year-Old Granddaughter in Parvati

Even as outrage continues to mount over the shocking rape and murder case in Nasrapur, another disturbing incident involving molestation has come to light in Pune, raising fresh concerns over women’s safety in the city. In Pune's Parvati area, an elderly man allegedly molested his nine year-old grand daughter at a slum dwelling.

This heinous act occurred on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, following which the police detained him, officials said. The incident occurred in the evening, following which a large crowd gathered and blocked a road near Parvati Hill, demanding stringent action against the accused.

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The victim lives with her parents. Her maternal grandfather had recently moved into a small room adjacent to their house, they said.