"The well-heeled form the main clientele of models operating through such
websites. The charges range from Rs 15,000 to Rs 1 lakh for a night," Deputy
Commissioner of Police (Crime) Anil Kumbhare said.
Despite the police action, chamadi.com continued to operate. It featured the
name of its chairman, Sameer, and gave a contact number. While a woman on the
other end of the line declined to disclose her name, only saying the escort
service was currently being offered in Mumbai, a man soon responded saying he
was Sameer Nayar and said he had no qualms about running the service.
"I operate several such websites, with services across the globe. In many
western countries, the flesh trade is legal. If it is illegal here, it is the
problem of the government, not mine. They should amend the law," Nayar said.
"The need for sex is universal, therefore I am operating this portal and have
no hesitation in admitting it."
Nayar's website said it offered escort service in various cities. Pune was
introduced as a "cultural city. that carries a rich historical legacy
characterised with glorious rule of Marathas. Pune contributed significantly to
the freedom movement and produced heroes like Tilak, Sane Guruji and Chapekar
brothers. Today this city is home to numerous prestigious educational
institutions and hence is also known as the Oxford of the East."
Expressing surprise on the website still being operational, Kumbhare said they
were busy with Diwali duty, but would soon shut down the website and arrest the
"main accused".
A senior police official who declined to be named as there was a possibility of
further investigations, said the high-profile models on the website were sought
by many students from affluent families who came to Pune from other states.
Pune is known as an important educational centre, besides being an information
technology hub that ensures it houses many well-paid professionals.
