India, Nov. 22 -- About two months ago, another case involving a godman accused of sexual misdemeanour and financial crime came to light, adding to the growing list of such individuals who have gained infamy while holding important positions in socio-religious spheres. A self-styled godman, Chaitanyanand Saraswati, aged 62, was arrested in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, on September 28, 2025 in connection with serious allegations of sexual harassment and financial fraud. The arrest was made by the Delhi Police, and he was remanded to five days of police custody.

Chaitanyanand faced accusations of sexually harassing at least 17 female students from the Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, where he formerly served as...