Revanna's conviction marks a significant moment in a country grappling with the intersection of politics and sexual violence. The case against Revanna, which began to unravel in 2023 when explicit videos allegedly depicting him surfaced online, has drawn considerable public outrage.

Revanna, who had a privileged political lineage, denied all allegations and left India using his diplomatic passport in April 2024, shortly after the video's emergence. His office claimed the footage was fake. However, he was arrested a month later upon returning from Germany, as the video scandal and various charges of sexual misconduct loomed over him.

In a court appearance, Revanna pleaded for a lighter sentence after being found guilty of rape. The ruling against such a well-connected figure is an important symbol of pushing back against India’s long-standing issues of impunity for the powerful. Though he can appeal the ruling, the conviction reflects a growing public demand for justice in sexual violence cases.

Currently, he faces multiple allegations, including two other rape cases and a charge of sexual harassment, all of which he denies. The case has reignited protests across India advocating for the rights of survivors and the importance of holding powerful individuals accountable.