Bharat Express

sexual harassment case

An FIR was filed against Siddique in August after an actress accused him of harassment. The allegations surfaced after the Justice Hema Committee report revealed instances of exploitation of women in the Malayalam cinema industry

A bench consisting of Justice Bela Trivedi and Justice SC Sharma is currently hearing Siddique's anticipatory bail plea. Previously, the Kerala High Court had rejected his plea, prompting him to approach the Supreme Court to avoid arrest.

Another prosecution witness, a victim, did not appear due to medical reasons. The court has summoned her to record her statement on August 23

The allegations came to light when over 50 female students of the government school accused the principal of sexual harassment, as reported by the Haryana State Commission for Women.