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23 Feb 2026


Jyotirmath Shankaracharya booked under POCSO

Minor disciple alleges assault. Probe opened as seer’s aides deny charges

Police registered a POCSO FIR against Jyotirmath Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand after a minor disciple accused sexual assault during religious events. Authorities have begun investigation; the seer’s aides deny the charges. Probe continues amid political debate in Uttar Pradesh and public outcry.