Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Hindu Mahasabha Demands Action Over Seer's Alleged Mistreatment
A holy man named Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati was allegedly mistreated during a big religious festival called Magh Mela in Prayagraj.
The Hindu Mahasabha and the Congress Party are very upset and want the government to take strict action against those responsible.
They say the holy man and his followers were not allowed to take a special bath in the Ganga river, which is an important part of the festival.
The government and the festival organizers say they were just trying to keep everyone safe and prevent a big crowd from getting out of control.
The holy man is now on a hunger strike, and his supporters are demanding an apology.
The Supreme Court has also said that no one can be given the special title of Shankaracharya of Jyotish Peeth until a legal case is decided.
Hindu Mahasabha demands strict action against officials for alleged mistreatment of Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati during Magh Mela.
Congress Party supports the seer, alleging disrespect and demanding PM Modi's intervention.
Mela administration denies allegations, asserting actions were taken to prevent a stampede and ensure safety.
Seer and his supporters are on a hunger strike, demanding an apology from senior officials.
Supreme Court has restrained the 'pattabhishek' (coronation) for the title of Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya pending a legal case.
- Who
- Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, Congress Party, BJP, Mela Administration
- What
- Alleged mistreatment of seer during Magh Mela, demands for action and apologies
- When
- January 19, 2024
- Where
- Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- Allegations of disrespect and safety concerns during the Magh Mela
Hindu Mahasabha and Congress Party
BJP and Mela Administration
Mistreatment of Seer
Hindu Mahasabha and Congress Party
Alleged disrespect and misbehavior towards Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, demanding strict action and a public apology.
BJP and Mela Administration
Denied allegations, asserting actions were taken to prevent a stampede and ensure safety.
Barricade Breaking
Hindu Mahasabha and Congress Party
Supports the seer's actions, alleging police brutality and conspiracy to tarnish the UP government's image.
BJP and Mela Administration
Accused the seer's supporters of breaching barricades and disrupting safety measures.
- Seer Involved
- Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati
- Incident Location
- Sangam, Prayagraj, during Magh Mela
- Organizations Involved
- Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, Congress Party, BJP, Mela Administration
- Police Statement
- Safety of devotees is top priority
- Seer's Action
- Hunger strike and protest
- Devotees Present
- 4.52 crore on Mauni Amavasya
- Legal Restriction
- Supreme Court restrained 'pattabhishek' for Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya
Sources
‘Na kaam ke hain na Ram ke hain’: Congress slams BJP over seer’s ‘mistreatment’
Kerala Governor inaugurates Maha Magha Mahotsavam festival, hails Sanatana Dharma
Swami Avimukteshwaranand sits on protest after police ‘stop’ him from taking dip in Ganga
Saints support 'banning' entry of non-Hindus at Har Ki Pauri, share views on Prayagraj Magh mela row
'For Dignity Of Shankaracharya Tradition': Why Is Revered Spiritual Guru Protesting At Magh Mela?
Pawan Khera attacks BJP over police action on Shankaracharya followers at Magh Mela - Telegraph India
Explain use of ‘Shankaracharya’ title: Prayagraj admin notice to Swami Avimukteshwaranand
Hindu Mahasabha seeks action over alleged misbehaviour with Shankaracharya at Magh Mela
