Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati moves Allahabad HC seeking anticipatory bail in POCSO case

Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, a prominent Hindu religious leader, has approached the Allahabad High Court for anticipatory bail following allegations of sexual abuse under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. An FIR was filed at the Jhunsi police station in Prayagraj, naming Saraswati and his disciple Mukundanand Brahmachari in connection with the alleged abuse of two individuals, one of whom is a minor. The accusations reportedly span over the past year, raising serious concerns in the community. As legal proceedings unfold, the case has attracted significant media attention, highlighting issues of sexual abuse within religious institutions. The court's decision on the bail plea is awaited, which will determine the next steps in this sensitive matter. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in addressing allegations of sexual misconduct, particularly in positions of power, and the need for rigorous enforcement of protections for vulnerable populations, especially minors.