Rajat Dalal, a fitness influencer and contestant on “Bigg Boss 18,” has been involved in several legal incidents, each leading to the filing of First Information Reports (FIRs) under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Below is a detailed account of these instances, the corresponding FIR details, and the maximum penalties if found guilty.
1. Kidnapping and Assault of an 18-Year-Old Student (June 2024)
- Incident Details: In June 2024, Rajat Dalal was accused of kidnapping and assaulting an 18-year-old student in Ahmedabad. The student had posted a video from a gym, filming Rajat, with the caption, “Every morning, seeing your face at the gym ruins my day.” This post reportedly infuriated Rajat, leading him to abduct the student, subject him to humiliation, and physically assault him.
- FIR Details: An FIR was filed at the Sabarmati police station under the following IPC sections:
- Section 365: Kidnapping or abducting with intent to wrongfully confine a person.
- Section 323: Voluntarily causing hurt.
- Section 294(b): Obscene acts and songs.
- Section 506(b): Criminal intimidation.
- Maximum Penalties:
- Section 365: Imprisonment of up to 7 years and a fine.
- Section 323: Imprisonment of up to 1 year, or a fine up to ₹1,000, or both.
- Section 294(b): Imprisonment of up to 3 months, or a fine, or both.
- Section 506(b): Imprisonment of up to 7 years, or a fine, or both.
- Source:
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2. Rash Driving Incident (August 2024)
- Incident Details: In August 2024, a video surfaced showing Rajat Dalal driving recklessly at speeds exceeding 140 km/h on Mathura Road in Faridabad. The footage also captured him colliding with a motorcyclist and continuing to drive without stopping.
- FIR Details: The Faridabad Police registered an FIR at the Sarai Khawaja police station under relevant sections of the IPC for rash and negligent driving.
- Maximum Penalties:
- Section 279 (Rash driving or riding on a public way): Imprisonment of up to 6 months, or a fine up to ₹1,000, or both.
- Section 337 (Causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others): Imprisonment of up to 6 months, or a fine up to ₹500, or both.
3. Impersonation of a Public Servant (June 2024)
- Incident Details: In June 2024, Rajat Dalal was found using a vehicle with a fake ‘MLA’ sticker on the windshield, suggesting impersonation of a Member of the Legislative Assembly. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that he was not an MLA.
- FIR Details: An FIR was registered by the Sabarmati police under:
- Section 170: Personating a public servant.
- Maximum Penalty:
- Section 170: Imprisonment of up to 2 years, or a fine, or both.
4. Assault and Public Humiliation of a Minor (August 2024)
- Incident Details: In August 2024, videos emerged showing Rajat Dalal assaulting a minor and engaging in public disturbances. These actions led to public outrage and legal scrutiny.
- FIR Details: The Faridabad Police registered an FIR under relevant sections of the IPC concerning assault and public endangerment.
- Maximum Penalties:
- Section 323 (Voluntarily causing hurt): Imprisonment of up to 1 year, or a fine up to ₹1,000, or both.
- Section 506 (Criminal intimidation): Imprisonment of up to 2 years, or a fine, or both.
Note: The actual penalties imposed can vary based on the specifics of each case and judicial discretion.