Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the Shankaracharya of the Jyotish Peeth, has been accused of sexual harassment along with one of his disciples. This FIR was registered at the Jhunsi police station as per the court's directives, and it includes serious charges under the POCSO Act. According to the FIR, the incidents allegedly occurred between January 13, 2025, and February 15, 2026, with claims that the accused had exploited two disciples, one of whom is reported to be a minor.

The complaint was lodged by Ashutosh Brahmachari, who was approached by the victims for help. They reported that they had been victims of long-term exploitation but had refrained from coming forward due to fear and pressure. It has been specified in the FIR that the alleged abuse took place not only within the camps set up during the Kumbh Mela in 2025 and the Magh Mela in 2026 but also in a vehicle parked outside Swami Avimukteshwaranand's camp.

The case has raised serious questions regarding the safety of disciples within religious institutions, prompting calls for thorough investigations. The inclusion of charges under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) highlights the gravity of the situation, potentially leading to significant legal repercussions for the accused, while also seemingly shedding light on a pattern of abuse that has remained hidden due to the victims' fears and societal pressures.