Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Karnataka Seer Resigns Following Muslim Identity Discovery
A religious leader in India, who was a Lingayat seer, had to leave his role because people found out he used to be Muslim.
He had become a follower of Lingayat ideas when he was young, around age 17.
Some people were upset when they learned about his past, even though he had always followed Lingayat practices.
He explained that he had not hidden his previous identity, and had always embraced his new beliefs, and then decided to step down.
A Lingayat seer in Karnataka, Nijalinga Swamy, resigned from his position.
His resignation followed the revelation of his previous Muslim identity.
The seer, originally named Mohammed Nisar, had served at the Gurumalleshwara Shakha Mutt for six weeks.
His past was exposed when a devotee saw photos of him with a skull cap and beer.
The seer stated he embraced Lingayat philosophy at 17 and would continue to do so.
- Who
- Nijalinga Swamy and devotees of the Gurumalleshwara Shakha Mutt.
- What
- Nijalinga Swamy, a Lingayat seer, resigned after his Muslim identity was revealed.
- When
- After serving six weeks.
- Where
- Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, India.
- Why
- Due to the revelation of his previous religious identity and objections from devotees.
Objecting Devotees
The Seer
Acceptance
Objecting Devotees
Felt betrayed for keeping his past a secret.
The Seer
He should be accepted for his current devotion.
- Seer's Name
- Nijalinga Swamy
- Original Name
- Mohammed Nisar
- Mutt
- Gurumalleshwara Shakha Mutt
- Location of Mutt
- Chowdahalli, Karnataka
- Age
- 22
- Appointment Duration
- Six weeks
Sources
Lingayat seer forced to leave Karnataka mutt after devotees learn about his Muslim background
Karnataka Lingayat Seer Compelled To Step Down From Mutt After Aadhar Card Reveals Muslim Background
Karnataka: Lingayat seer in Gurumalleshwara Shakha mutt leaves after being exposed for his Muslim past
