{"data":{"prismicArticle":{"uid":"allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-rock-telangana-basketball-association-mu9ro1v5","tags":["Trending"],"first_publication_date":"2026-09-20T12:31:28+0000","last_publication_date":"2026-09-20T12:31:28+0000","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"T Basketball Association charged under Pocso"},"rating":null,"datetime":"2026-09-20T07:02:00+0000","img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/83dc8af1-8db3-4be5-8bb9-0e5c58ac5819_abuse.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"embed":{"embed_url":null,"thumbnail_url":null,"author_url":null,"title":null},"content":{"raw":[{"text":"In a deeply troubling development, a 30-year-old official from the Telangana Basketball Association has been charged under the Protection of Children from $exual Offences (Pocso) Act. The allegations stem from accusations that he directed abusive and sexually explicit language towards a 16-year-old player during various tournaments held in Hyderabad. The formal complaint was lodged by the player’s family at the RC Puram police station in July, following two years of alleged verbal harassment during the young athlete's participation in the sport."},{"text":"According to police reports, the case was initiated after the victim's family detailed instances of the accused's inappropriate conduct, which they claim took place repeatedly over the past two years. The charges specifically invoke sections 11 and 12 of the Pocso Act, which addresses sexual harassment and indecent remarks towards minors. Following the initial complaint, police actions included registering a case and subsequently transferring it to the Madhapur police, where it was re-registered on July 24 for further investigation."},{"text":"The situation highlights a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by young athletes within competitive sports environments, where authority figures can sometimes misuse their positions. The Madhapur police, led by Inspector KV Subba Rao, have indicated that they are pursuing a thorough investigation, having already issued a notice to the accused and recorded his statement. This case not only raises concerns regarding the safety of minors in sports but also underscores ongoing issues related to harassment in athletic settings, where power dynamics can lead to exploitation."},{"text":"As the police continue to gather evidence, the implications of this case resonate beyond the immediate allegations. It brings to light the urgent need for comprehensive safeguards and training in respect and behavior for officials in youth sports. The Telangana Basketball Association, like many other sports organizations, may find itself under scrutiny regarding its policies and practices in protecting young athletes from potential abuse, thereby necessitating an evaluation of how such conduct can be effectively prevented in the future."}]}}},"relatedArticles":{"edges":[{"node":{"uid":"chatgpt-used-in-ketan-agarwal-murder-case","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"ChatGPT Used in Ketan Agarwal Murder Case"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/akFe4FbRV8_Qf8Mu_KetanAgarwal.png?auto=format,compress&rect=0,30,449,221&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-09-20T11:35:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"neurosurgeon-burnt-alive-in-car-crash-in-telangana","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Neurosurgeon Burnt Alive in Car Crash in Telangana"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad%2F0d61651e-ba35-4afd-b7b3-32dae3671426_fire.jpg?auto=format,compress&rect=0,9,301,148&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-09-20T06:48:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"crickets-calm-abhishek-sharmas-spiritual-celebration-redefines-success-mu8aivq1","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Abhishek's Spiritual Celebration Redefines Success"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/j6S3dZy0Tk6qjJC__Abhishek.png?auto=format,compress&rect=0,6,756,373&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-09-19T11:14:46+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"from-office-desk-to-dream-life","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"From Office Desk to Dream Life"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/1ymOzMsZHEjtjRjL_enterprenuer.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-07-15T18:43:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"how-ai-is-transforming-blue-collar-jobs-in-india-a-boon-for-electricians-mechani-mqqi2c0e","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"How AI is Transforming Blue-Collar Jobs in India"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/4390d8f4-d6fc-4ee1-a90f-d67ccc3a934d_job+portals.JPG?auto=format,compress"},"datetime":"2026-06-23T10:26:53+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"india-eyes-a-550b-ai-future","data":{"third_party_url":"www.andhraheadlines.com","title":{"text":"India eyes a $550B AI future"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/ZiPv4PPdc1huKp2q_AI.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-02-12T06:30:00+0000"}}}]}},"pageContext":{"isCreatedByStatefulCreatePages":false,"uid":"allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-rock-telangana-basketball-association-mu9ro1v5","tags":["Trending"]}}