Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Bengaluru Yoga Guru Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor
A yoga instructor named Niranjana Murthy has been arrested in Bengaluru.
He's accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl.
The incidents are reported to have happened in Thailand and Bengaluru.
The victim knew Murthy since 2019 and participated in competitions under his guidance.
She alleges the abuse began in 2023 and continued.
Murthy allegedly lured the victim with promises of medals and career placements.
Police are investigating and have booked Murthy under the POCSO Act and other sections.
He was in hiding following the complaint and is a prominent figure in yoga, having led the national team 12 times.
M. Niranjana Murthy, a yoga instructor, has been arrested.
He is accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl.
Incidents allegedly occurred in Thailand and Bengaluru.
The victim reported the incidents in August.
Murthy lured her with promises of career advancement and medals.
- Who
- M. Niranjana Murthy, yoga instructor
- What
- Arrested for sexually assaulting a minor
- When
- Since 2023, with a complaint filed on August 30th
- Where
- Thailand and Bengaluru
- Why
- Following a complaint from a 17-year-old girl regarding sexual assault
Allegations
Defense
Details of Abuse
Allegations
Murthy is accused of sexually assaulting a minor in Thailand and Bengaluru. The allegations include instances where he employed deceitful means by promising placements in competitions.
Defense
Murthy has not yet released an official statement regarding the allegations and was in hiding following the complaint.
- Accused
- M. Niranjana Murthy
- Profession
- Yoga instructor, director of Sunshine The Yoga Zone, Secretary of State Yoga Sports Association
- Charges
- Sexual assault, harassment, and employing deceitful means
- Victim
- 17-year-old girl
- Location of Incidents
- Thailand and Bengaluru
- Association
- Karnataka Yogasana Sports Association (KYSA)
Sources
Yoga Guru Niranjan Murthy Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Minor Boy And Women In Bengaluru
Bengaluru: 55-Year-Old Yoga Teacher Arrested For Sexually Assaulting Minor
Yoga Acharya Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minor Girl in Bengaluru
Yoga trainer held for sexually assaulting minor girl
