Accused In Alleged Molestation Of Actress On Vistara Flight Arrested: Highlights

Mumbai police arrests man accused of molesting Bollywood actress: Press Trust of India

The airline said that they are deeply concerned and regret the unfortunate experience onboard their flight last night. "We continue to give this case our highest attention and are extending our full support to all relevant authorities for the investigations underway. In addition, we have submitted an initial incident report to the DGCA, and have also submitted all necessary details to the Police." 

Congress spokesperson Priyanka Chaturvedi tweeted her support to the young actress. "Hats off for speaking up about the harassment," she said. "It is these incidents that highlight what a woman has to go through every single day, hope airlines come up with guidelines to ensure stringent action against such perverts," she tweeted.

They said that they are aware of the incident reported by the actress onboard the Vistara flight UK981 last night from Delhi to Mumbai. "We are carrying out a detailed investigation of the incident which apparently involved a male passenger on the flight." The airline said they are talking to their crew who were serving the actress to understand the incident at greater length, and that they are reaching out to fellow passengers as well. They also said that they will support the actress in every way required and also if she decides to report the matter to the police. 

"It appears crew only became aware of something amiss during final descent when they were seated for landing. Further details will come from the investigation which is currently ongoing in full force," the statement said. The airline further apologised and said, "We have zero tolerance for such behaviour" 

A police officer visited the hotel where the teen actress who alleged molestation in Mumbai to record her statement this morning: news agency ANI