Patna: The Director of Matri Udbodhan Ashram, Satyendra Ji Maharaj, has unleashed a scathing attack on Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, calling his behavior a betrayal of Shankaracharya ideals. ‘Discipline is the primary precept of any true spiritual master,’ he declared, pointing to Avimukteshwaranand’s repeated defiance.
Recalling the revered Adi Guru’s vision, Satyendra Ji explained how four mathas were instituted for Dharma’s preservation. Their heads traditionally collaborate with societal structures. ‘Three abide by this; Avimukteshwaranand thrives on chaos,’ he charged, linking him to opposition politics like Samajwadi Party and Congress.
Flashback to January 17 at Prayagraj Sangam during Mauni Amavasya: Avimukteshwaranand’s palanquin procession met resistance from security forces enforcing vehicle bans for safety. The standoff turned ugly, with accusations of targeted humiliation flying both ways. He responded by protesting at the Magh Mela site.
Questioning his solo appearance and palanquin demand, Satyendra Ji labeled it ‘utter indiscipline.’ As a ‘self-proclaimed’ titleholder, he argued Avimukteshwaranand invites scrutiny by rejecting protocols. Governments must act against such disruptions during events of national scale.
This controversy spotlights evolving dynamics at religious mega-events. With millions converging, seamless coordination is vital. Satyendra Ji urges reflection: True sanctity lies in humility and order, not in self-aggrandizing standoffs that overshadow spiritual essence.