Deaf Woman Breaks 16-Year Silence, Exposes Serial Abuser Mahesh Pawar in Mumbai

• A deaf and mute woman filed a complaint against Mahesh Pawar for a 2009 sexual assault, exposing him as a serial abuser in Mumbai.
• Pawar was arrested on December 13 after the survivor, prompted by another victim's suicide attempt, disclosed her 16-year-old ordeal.
• He allegedly drugged and raped her as a minor, then blackmailed her with a recorded video of the assault.
• Police investigation reveals Pawar targeted multiple speech and hearing-impaired women, extorting money, gold, and forcing nude video calls.
• Initial evidence points to 7 victims, potentially over 24, with more women planning to come forward against Pawar, who is now in judicial custody.

Why It Matters: A deaf woman's bravery exposed a serial abuser, Mahesh Pawar, highlighting long-term trauma and systemic exploitation.