Machilipatnam | August 3, 2026
The IX Additional District and Sessions Court at Machilipatnam has convicted a man in connection with a rape case registered in 2023 and sentenced him to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment. The court also imposed a fine of ₹10,000 on the convict.
The accused was identified as Dasari Raviteja, a resident of Regulanka in Puligadda village of Avanigadda mandal, Krishna district. The case was registered at the Avanigadda police station under Sections 376(2)(n), 406 and 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
According to the police, the investigation was initially conducted by then Sub-Inspector G. Ramesh Babu and Circle Inspector L. Ramesh. During the investigation, police collected scientific evidence, the survivor’s statement, witness testimonies and other corroborative material.
After completing the investigation, police filed the charge sheet before the court. The prosecution subsequently presented the collected evidence during the trial. The case was conducted under the supervision of Avanigadda CI G. Yuvakumar, while Additional Public Prosecutor A. Niranjan Rao presented the prosecution’s arguments before the court.
After examining the evidence and hearing the arguments, IX Additional District and Sessions Court Judge T. Raja Venkatadri found Dasari Raviteja guilty and awarded him 10 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a ₹10,000 fine.
Krishna District Superintendent of Police V. Vidyasagar Naidu said that the district police follow a zero-tolerance approach towards sexual offences against women. He stated that the police are committed to ensuring justice for survivors through scientific investigation and strong prosecution.
The SP also appreciated the investigating officers and prosecution team for their efforts in securing the conviction.
Key Details
- Case: 2023 rape case
- Court: IX Additional District and Sessions Court, Machilipatnam
- Accused: Dasari Raviteja
- Residence: Regulanka, Puligadda village, Avanigadda Mandal
- Police Station: Avanigadda Police Station
- Verdict Date: August 3, 2026
- Sentence: 10 years rigorous imprisonment
- Fine: ₹10,000
- IPC Sections: 376(2)(n), 406 and 420
- Investigation: Scientific evidence, survivor statement and witness testimonies were presented
- Public Prosecutor: A. Niranjan Rao
- District SP: V. Vidyasagar Naidu