Former Horticorp MD K Sivaprasad accused of raping domestic help in Kochi surrenders

A former top official, K Sivaprasad, surrendered to the police after being accused of sexually assaulting a domestic worker in Kochi. The incident allegedly took place on October 15, and the woman reported being drugged and raped while Sivaprasad’s wife was away. Following medical examination findings confirming the assault, rape charges were added. Sivaprasad, who held high-ranking positions in various public sector organizations, now faces serious charges under Section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The case came to light when the victim confided in a relative, leading to the involvement of the Centre for Migration and Inclusive Development.