Investigation begins into FIR against Avimukteshwaranand, know what the police will do?
A five-member police team in Prayagraj has commenced an investigation into a sexual assault case involving Swami Avimukteshwaranand and his disciple Mukundanand.
In Prayagraj, a five-member police team has begun investigating a sexual assault case registered against Swami Avimukteshwaranand and his disciple Mukundanand. Led by DCP Manish Kumar Shandilya, the team is tasked with recording statements from the complainant, Ashutosh Brahmachari, and the two alleged victims. They have also prepared a map of the location within the Magh Mela camp where the incidents reportedly took place. The police plan to ensure that the medical examination of the victims is conducted first, while they are located in Lucknow, before gathering any further evidence. The case has been marked as high-profile, prompting the formation of a special investigation team due to its sensitive nature. This team includes DCP Shandilya, ACP Jhunsi, and an inspector from the Jhunsi police station among others. Their main focus is to reach out to the two victims who have made serious allegations of sexual assault that occurred within the Magh Mela camp and in a parked vehicle outside the premises. The next steps in legal action and potential arrests will be determined based on the medical reports and recorded statements of the victims. The police, mindful of the sensitivity surrounding this case, are approaching the investigation thoroughly to ensure justice for the victims while maintaining public trust in law enforcement. As investigations proceed, the involvement of prominent figures in the case has drawn heightened attention from the media and public alike, indicating the societal implications of such cases in the context of authority and accountability within spiritual institutions.