Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Kerala Monk Booked for Remarks Against Lord Ayyappa's Companion
A Hindu monk, Saanthananda Maharshi, is facing legal action.
He allegedly made offensive comments about Vavar, a Muslim figure linked to the Hindu deity Lord Ayyappa.
The remarks were made at a summit in Kerala.
The complaint, filed by a lawyer and activist, claims the monk's words could harm religious harmony.
Police have registered a case, alleging the monk promoted religious enmity through his words.
Saanthananda Maharshi was booked for remarks made about Vavar.
The remarks were made at the Sabarimala Protection Summit.
The complaint was filed by Anoop V R.
The monk is from the Sree Rama Dasa Mission.
Police registered a case based on promoting enmity on religious grounds.
- Who
- Saanthananda Maharshi
- What
- Made remarks against Vavar, the Muslim companion of Lord Ayyappa.
- When
- During the Sabarimala Protection Summit
- Where
- Pandalam, Kerala
- Why
- Remarks allegedly wounded devotees, created conflict, and incited violence.
Accusers
Monk's Position
Remarks about Vavar
Accusers
The remarks are deemed offensive and inflammatory.
Monk's Position
Not explicitly stated in the articles.
- Monk Involved
- Saanthananda Maharshi
- Organization
- Sree Rama Dasa Mission
- Complaint Filed By
- Anoop V R, lawyer and Congress activist
- Allegation
- Objectionable remarks against Vavar
- Location of Incident
- Pandalam, Kerala
- Charges
- Promoting enmity based on religion
