Unveiling the Dark Side: Prostitution in Nashik's Trimbak Road Lodgings

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Nashik, a prominent center for commerce, industry, and pilgrimage in Maharashtra, is facing a concerning issue. Despite its rich history of ancient temples and historical sites, investigations have uncovered that certain accommodations on Trimbak Road are operating secret brothels under the guise of lodging for devotees.

 Local residents have reported that some lodge managers are exploiting college girls for such activities. In some establishments, girls and women are seen moving freely, while in others, girls are made available based on customer preferences.

 This unethical behavior has caused Trimbak Road to be feared as an unacknowledged 'red light area'. Reports suggest that most lodges on Trimbak Street are running illegal brothels, causing outrage in the community as lodgings intended for devotees are being misused. The involvement of women in the sex trade is widespread, with migrant youth and women heavily involved in this profession.

 Shockingly, even college-aged girls are being coerced into this business, with some participating for pleasure and financial gain. The presence of slums on Trimbak Road is believed to contribute to this situation. Some lodges are allegedly run by political figures, and there are claims that lodging owners are complicit in supporting the operations of these officials. Concerns have been raised about the negative impact of prostitution in the area on local youth. 

Those who speak out against these practices face intimidation. Immoral behavior in these lodges has also led to an increase in criminal activities, with individuals accused of serious offenses finding shelter in these establishments. Disputes frequently occur in this area, particularly among young men and women residing near the lodgings. However, law enforcement authorities appear to take a passive stance in addressing these issues, prompting questions about whether the malpractices on Trimbak Road will be stopped. 

  In some lodgings in Nashik, the closure of established 'red light areas' in Bhadrakali, Vinayanagar, and Panchvati has reportedly caused sex workers to migrate to lodges. Lodge owners are observed to be making significant profits from these illicit activities.

 Furthermore, upscale farmhouses in the Trimbak Road vicinity reportedly host parties where girls from local lodges are brought in for entertainment. While not all lodges on Trimbak Road are involved in illegal activities, some operators tarnish the reputation of honest business owners. Consequently, there is a demand for law enforcement to crack down on unlawful operations and protect the interests of law-abiding lodge operators.

 The prevalence of unethical practices in Trimbak Road lodgings presents a significant social problem, impacting individuals from school students to adults. Female students in schools and colleges in the area are particularly vulnerable to these challenges. 

 A recent exposé by the Marathi daily Aapale Mahanagar daily News Paper has shed light on this disturbing reality, raising suspicions of potential involvement of law enforcement and municipal authorities.

Samuel Navkar

Freelance Journalist


I am Samuel Navkar, freelance Journalist, and blogger.

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