ThePrint ThePrintAM: Who is Delhi ‘godman’ Chaitanyananda Saraswati accused of molestation?
Sep 25, 2025
Explore the controversial saga surrounding Delhi's notorious godman, Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of molesting students. Hear shocking complaints from female students and the ensuing police investigation. Dive into the details of 17 specific allegations and the recorded statements that have emerged. Discover the implications of false academic claims and the institute's disavowal. It also unravels mysterious findings, including a Volvo with fake UN plates, raising more questions about the case.
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Accused Godman Remains At Large
- Delhi Police have been unable to locate Partha Sarthi despite multiple complaints and a booking a month earlier.
- Investigations recorded 32 student statements with 17 alleging harassment, prompting charges under sexual harassment and intimidation laws.
Institutional Role And Police Inquiry
- The accused ran the Sri Sardha Institute of Indian Management for 12 years and absconded after administration complained on August 4th.
- Police recorded statements from students and staff and seized hard disks and CCTV footage during the probe.
Charges And Evidence Found
- Charges include punishment for sexual harassment, hurting a woman's modesty and criminal intimidation following victim revelations.
- Investigators also found a Volvo with a fake UN registration linked to Parthasarathy at the institute basement.