'We faced dirty work in front of Avimukteshwaranand', disclosure by the disciples
Disciples have come forward with allegations of sexual exploitation against Swami Avimukteshwaranand and Mukundanand in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
In a disturbing case from the Jhunsi police station area of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, an FIR has been filed against Swami Avimukteshwaranand and Mukundanand Brahmachari on charges of sexual exploitation under the POCSO Act. The plaintiff, Ashutosh Brahmachari, claims to have solid evidence that could lead to stringent legal action against the accused, labeling the incident as a 'religious struggle' and demanding a fair and transparent investigation into the allegations. Meanwhile, the victimized disciples have shared their experiences with Aaj Tak, shedding light on the troubling situation.
Two of the disciples have come forward with grave accusations against Swami Avimukteshwaranand and Mukundanand, stating that they were allegedly harassed under the guise of 'Gurudiksha' (initiation). They described being subjected to inappropriate acts, which they claim were carried out during their initiation into the spiritual order. This shocking revelation raises concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in religious circumstances, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures within such institutions.
The disciples have also alleged that children were brought from outside states, particularly Rajasthan and Bihar, to participate in these exploitative practices. They recounted experiences where they were presented in front of others before being subjected to dubious activities, suggesting a systematic pattern of abuse that needs immediate investigation. The implications of these allegations extend beyond individual cases, potentially affecting the broader community's trust in religious institutions and raising awareness about the issue of abuse within spiritual leadership.