A disturbing case of cyber exploitation and domestic abuse has emerged from Madhya Pradesh’s Rewa district, where police have arrested a man accused of secretly recording and uploading a private video of his wife online. The accused, identified as Shivam Sahu, allegedly used the footage to blackmail the victim amid ongoing dowry disputes. The case has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over the misuse of intimate content and online harassment.
Arrest in Rewa after video surfaces online
Rewa police confirmed that Shivam Sahu was taken into custody after investigators traced the source of a 13-minute-14-second video that had been uploaded to an adult website. According to officials, the video allegedly showed private moments recorded without the woman’s consent.
Police said the accused attempted to evade arrest after the incident came to light, but was eventually tracked down and apprehended. His smartphone and other electronic devices have been seized for forensic analysis as part of the ongoing investigation.
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Marriage dispute and dowry allegations
The victim married Shivam Sahu on May 10, 2025. According to the complaint filed with police, the relationship soon became strained due to repeated dowry demands.
Family members alleged that the groom’s side demanded ₹3 lakh during the marriage negotiations. Around ₹2 lakh was reportedly paid during the wedding, but pressure allegedly continued for the remaining ₹1 lakh.
Investigators say the situation escalated in December 2025 when the accused allegedly recorded a private video of his wife without her knowledge.
Blackmail claims and online upload
Police sources said the woman protested after discovering the recording. The complaint claims Sahu then began threatening her using the video and later uploaded the clip to an adult website.
Authorities also allege that the accused circulated the content among relatives and acquaintances, intensifying the victim’s distress and humiliation.
Violent confrontation at in-laws’ home
The case took a more serious turn on February 12, 2026, when the accused allegedly arrived at his in-laws’ residence in the Mauganj area.
According to police, he allegedly threatened members of the family while carrying a weapon. Local officers were alerted and quickly reached the scene. After surrounding the house, police detained Sahu before the situation could escalate further.
Charges under BNS and IT Act
Police have registered a case against the accused under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) related to dowry harassment and criminal intimidation.
Additional charges under the Information Technology Act have also been invoked for allegedly recording and sharing private sexual content without consent.
Investigators are currently examining seized devices to determine whether any additional content was recorded or uploaded.
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Growing concern over digital abuse
The incident highlights a broader and worrying trend of cyber exploitation involving intimate content. In recent years, cases of non-consensual sharing of private videos—often referred to as “revenge porn”—have increased across the country.
Data from the National Crime Records Bureau shows thousands of cybercrime complaints involving women every year, many linked to online harassment, blackmail, or the circulation of private images.
Law enforcement agencies have repeatedly warned the public not to share or forward such content, noting that doing so can also attract legal action.
How victims can report cyber abuse
Authorities encourage victims of online harassment or digital blackmail to report incidents immediately. Complaints can be filed through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal or by contacting the cybercrime helpline at 1930.
Police say early reporting can help investigators quickly trace digital evidence and prevent further circulation of harmful content.
