In a disturbing incident in Palghar district’s Virar, a 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped after being deceived into believing she was possessed by ghosts following a visit to Jeevdani Temple. The accused individuals, identified as Prem Patil and Karan Patil, were arrested for this crime. According to police officials, the victim was manipulated into thinking she was possessed by spirits after feeling unwell post her temple visit. Subsequently, she was taken to a baba who threatened dire consequences if rituals were not performed. The girl bravely reported the crime, leading to the swift arrest of the perpetrators under various criminal acts.