Karnataka High Court Directs BJP Leader’s Son Accused in Rape Case to Pay ₹75,000 Monthly to Victim and Child

The Karnataka High Court granted an interim stay on criminal proceedings against the son of a BJP leader accused of rape on the false promise of marriage, subject to payment of ₹75,000 per month to the victim and their child.

The Court noted that DNA tests confirmed the accused as the biological father and observed that the mother and child could not be left without support during the pendency of the case.

Calling it a “unique problem” requiring a “unique order,” the Court held that while the accused’s plea for stay could be considered, interim relief must be balanced with the welfare needs of the victim and child.