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Oachira religious school in Keralam’s Kollam sealed following arrest in minor abuse case

Its director was arrested for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl under the pretext of exorcism

The Hindu KeralaNovember 3, 20261 min read

Oachira religious school in Keralam’s Kollam sealed following arrest in minor abuse case

Its director was arrested for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl under the pretext of exorcism

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Police must inform a relative or friend of your choice about the arrest and where you are held.
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