In a significant embarrassment for the BJP, Ram Kumar Bindal, the elder brother of BJP state president Rajiv Bindal, was arrested by the Solan police on Friday for allegedly raping a 25-year-old woman at his clinic on Mall Road here.

SP Gaurav Singh said the woman filed a complaint at the women’s police station on October 8. She reported visiting Bindal’s ayurvedic clinic near the old bus stand on October 7 for treatment of a medical condition.

During the consultation, Bindal allegedly held her hand, pressed her veins, and asked about her sexual health. After she shared her concerns, he assured her of a complete cure and showed her a medical book.

However, Bindal then allegedly insisted on examining her private parts, which she refused. Despite her objection, he allegedly raped her unde

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