Prayagraj, Jan. 25 -- The controversy surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati at the Magh Mela here showed no signs of easing after anti-social elements allegedly created a disturbance outside his camp late Saturday night.

A complaint in this regard has been lodged at the Kalpavasi police station. The saint has expressed concern over his personal safety, as well as the security of devotees staying at the camp and its property, and has demanded adequate protection.

According to the complaint, a group of alleged anti-social elements arrived outside the camp carrying sticks, rods, and saffron flags. Some youths reportedly attempted to forcibly enter the camp, leading to a scuffle between them and the saint's followers. The followers m...