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Crime
Minor alleges sexual abuse at Indian ashram, volunteer arrested
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 06:38 AM
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A minor has accused a sevadar of sexual abuse at an ashram, prompting police to detain the volunteer.
A minor reported that a sevadar working at an ashram had sexually abused them. The allegation was lodged with local authorities, who opened a case under the relevant child protection statutes.
Police acted on the complaint, locating and arresting the sevadar for questioning. The suspect was taken into custody and presented before a magistrate, where bail conditions were set pending further investigation.
Investigators have said they will examine the ashram's records and interview other members to determine the extent of any misconduct. No additional details about the ashram's location or the identities of those involved have been released at this stage.
The case underscores growing concerns about safeguarding children in religious institutions across the country, prompting calls for stricter oversight.
Authorities have urged any other victims or witnesses to come forward to aid the inquiry.
Police acted on the complaint, locating and arresting the sevadar for questioning. The suspect was taken into custody and presented before a magistrate, where bail conditions were set pending further investigation.
Investigators have said they will examine the ashram's records and interview other members to determine the extent of any misconduct. No additional details about the ashram's location or the identities of those involved have been released at this stage.
The case underscores growing concerns about safeguarding children in religious institutions across the country, prompting calls for stricter oversight.
Authorities have urged any other victims or witnesses to come forward to aid the inquiry.