Ashok Kharat Viral Videos Scandal: Self-Styled Godman Sold ‘Magic’ Turkish Honey at INR 15 Lakh a Kg to Elite Clients

Mumbai, March 25: The investigation into self-styled godman and retired Merchant Navy officer Ashok Kharat has taken a high-stakes turn with the discovery of "Elvish" honey, a rare Turkish substance used to lure and defraud elite clients. Kharat, who was arrested last week for the alleged serial rape and blackmail of several women in Nashik, reportedly marketed the honey as a "mystical" cure-all for s*xual health and physical vitality. Valued globally at approximately INR 9 lakh per kilogram, sources suggest Kharat sold the product to influential politicians and businessmen for as much as INR 15 lakh, claiming it possessed magical age-reversing properties.

As the Nashik Crime Branch deepens its probe, the case has moved beyond s*xual exploitation into the realm of violent occult practices. The public prosecutor revealed that Kharat’s custody has been extended by five days as police investigate potential links to human sacrifice. The recovery of a revolver and 21 cartridges, including five spent bullets, has led authorities to suspect that the ammunition may have been used in lethal rituals at his Mirgaon farmhouse or temple retreat. Ashok Kharat and Soham Naik Viral Videos: Why are They Compared to the Epstein Files.

The ‘Elvish’ Honey Link: Fraud or Luxury?

Harvested only once a year from a cave 1,800 meters deep in the Turkish city of Artvin, Elvish honey is considered the most expensive in the world due to its high mineral content and labor-intensive extraction process. Investigators are currently working to determine if the honey seized from Kharat’s premises is genuine or if he further defrauded his high-profile clientele by selling adulterated mixtures under the guise of the Turkish luxury brand.

Kharat reportedly consumed the honey himself and used its "magical" reputation to solidify his standing as a spiritual guide with access to divine remedies. By branding the substance as a secret to youth and vigor, he successfully embedded himself within the corridors of power, attracting clients who sought his help for personal and physical weaknesses. 'Captain' Ashok Kharat Video: Retired Navy Officer Arrested by Nashik Police in S*xual Exploitation Case.

Suspicions of Human Sacrifice

The most chilling development in the case involves the five spent cartridges recovered during police raids. Public prosecutor Shailendra Bagde informed the court that there is a growing suspicion that these bullets were fired during occult rituals involving human sacrifice. This theory is being cross-referenced with various "suspicious documents" found at the Ishanyeshwar Temple in Mirgaon.

Forensic teams are now examining the spent shells to determine when they were fired and if they can be linked to any unsolved missing persons cases in the region. The discovery of live ammunition alongside these shells suggests that Kharat maintained an armed presence at his "spiritual" retreats, using both fear and firepower to maintain control over his victims and associates.

The scandal has also reached the upper echelons of the Maharashtra state administration. The deputation of Abhijeet Bhande Patil, a senior government official serving as Deputy Collector, was abruptly cancelled after his financial links to Kharat surfaced. The scrutiny began following revelations that Patil’s wife held joint land investments with the accused.

In a swift disciplinary move, Patil has been removed from his position at the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) and ordered to report immediately to the revenue department. This development underscores the extent of Kharat’s influence, as the SIT continues to map out a vast network of real estate holdings and joint ventures funded through his criminal activities

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Mar 25, 2026 04:15 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).