Mumbai: KEM Hospital and Seth GS Medical College on Saturday, June 13, sent MBBS student Sejal Pawar on a 15-day forced leave, following the controversy surrounding the viral social media video in which she made objectionable remarks during Pranit More’s stand-up comedy show.
According to hospital authorities, Pawar has been handed over to her family after the administration held discussions with her parents, who visited the institution following the controversy. Sources said her family is deeply distressed by the incident and has expressed concern over the situation. Pawar has also reportedly apologised to her family.
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Pawar barred from entering hospital, campus or hostel for the 15 days
A preliminary inquiry conducted by the institution has confirmed that the person seen in the viral video is Pawar. The administration stated that her remarks were found to be prima facie inappropriate and unacceptable.
As a result, the institute has decided to place her on forced leave for a period of 15 days. During this period, Pawar will not be allowed to enter the KEM Hospital premises, the medical college campus, or the hostel. She will also be barred from participating in any academic or extracurricular activities.
The administration has also expressed concern that the controversy may adversely affect her mental well-being. In view of this, the hospital has advised her to undergo counselling to ensure that she does not suffer from depression or excessive mental stress arising from the incident and the subsequent public backlash.
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5-member committee to investigate the matter
The institute has also recommended the formation of a five-member committee to conduct a detailed investigation into the matter. The committee is expected to include a retired senior professor, a senior journalist, and three faculty members from the medical college.
The panel has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive inquiry into the controversy, including examining the viral video, the circumstances surrounding it, and its broader implications. It has been directed to submit its report within seven days.
The controversy erupted after Pawar allegedly made remarks comparing the sizes of male cadavers’ genitalia while interacting with members of the audience during a stand-up comedy show hosted by comedian Pranit More. The comments drew sharp criticism on social media and sparked widespread outrage online.
A comment made by MBBS Sejal Pawar about comparing the sizes of male cadavers' genitalia during comedian Pranit More's show has sparked widespread outrage. In response, the All India Medical Students' Association condemned the remarks and KEM Hospital, where she studies, has… pic.twitter.com/DQP9n7ofBe— The Siasat Daily (@TheSiasatDaily) June 12, 2026
Maharashtra Cyber’s FIR
Meanwhile, Maharashtra Cyber has registered a first information report (FIR) in connection with viral comedy videos featuring More, Himanshu Jangra, Pawar and others. The FIR has been registered at the Nodal Cyber Police Station under Sections 75(1) (sexual harassment), 75(3) (making remarks of a sexual nature), 294 (sale of obscene materials), 353(2) (statement conducting to public mischief) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Section 67 (publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form) of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
The FIR names More, Jangra, Pawa,r and other individuals allegedly involved in the publication and dissemination of obscene and objectionable content through online platforms and social media. Maharashtra Cyber has also issued a summons to the accused following the registration of the case.
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