Anticipatory bail hearing amid serious allegations in Prayagraj case
February 27, 2026: The controversy surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has intensified as the Allahabad High Court is set to hear his anticipatory bail plea at 3:45 PM today. The seer has sought protection from arrest after serious allegations of sexual misconduct involving minors surfaced in Prayagraj. An FIR was registered following a complaint filed by Ashutosh Brahmachari, turning the matter into a high-profile legal and political issue.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand has denied the allegations, claiming he is being framed as part of a larger conspiracy. He has questioned the circumstances under which the minors are allegedly in the complainant’s custody and has demanded a narco test to establish the truth. His disciples have also dismissed the charges as baseless, asserting that the accusations are motivated.
The case has triggered political reactions across Uttar Pradesh, with opposition leaders commenting on the developments. As proceedings move forward, attention is focused on the High Court’s decision, which will determine whether interim relief from arrest is granted or denied.