Fugitive Swami Sexual Exploitation Delhi:
Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, also known as Parth Sarathi or Dr. Parthsarathi, was long associated with the Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management and Research (SRISIIM) located in the Vasant Kunj area of Delhi. He was the chancellor and director of the institute, preying on economically weaker section (EWS) female students studying there. He sexually exploited them and would harass or retaliate if they resisted. The PGDM scholarship students have accused him of sexual exploitation, molestation, and mental harassment, leading to two cases being registered against him by the police.
This institution is affiliated with the Sri Sharada Peetham in Karnataka and also has a hostel in Delhi, where this shameful incident came to light. Since the complaint was filed against the fraudulent baba, he has been on the run, and Delhi police are actively searching for him.
August 4, 2025
revealed a shocking incident of sexual harassment at the Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management at Vasant Kunj North Police Station, resulting in P. A. Murli, the administrator of the Sri Sringeri Math, accusing Chaitanyananda Saraswati, aka Parth Sarathi, of mistreating EWS students. The police recorded statements from 32 students, revealing unwanted physical contact, objectionable messages, and pressure from some institute staff. Raids were conducted in various locations, and evidence and records were seized for forensic analysis.
The police have filed an FIR under sections 75(2), 79, and 351(2) of the Indian Legal Code (BNS), which are based on sexual harassment, molestation, threats, and fraud allegations by the students.
BNS Section 75 (2)
This section states that 'Anyone committing an act described in section 75(1), clauses (i), (ii), or (iii) shall be guilty and may receive punishment including rigorous imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.' If the offense pertains to physical contact, sexual propositions, or displaying obscene material, the court may impose a maximum sentence of three years or a fine.
This section does not require the act to be public; offenses can occur via private conversation, messages, digital media, etc. Upon conviction, this is considered a recognizable offense leading to arrest and court proceedings. The court will consider the case's severity, evidence, and the accused's role when determining the sentence.
BNS Section 79
Section 79 indicates that 'Any words, gestures, or actions intended to insult the modesty of a woman shall be considered an offense.' Physical contact is not essential. Insulting remarks, vulgar gestures, and actions that affront a woman's dignity also constitute an offense. The accused must have the intention of offending the woman's modesty—not merely inadvertent or contextless remarks.
Persons found guilty under section 79 may face jail of up to three years or a fine or both. This section is considered a bailable offense, meaning the accused is likely to be granted bail.
Examples include making obscene comments at a public or private space, making vulgar gestures towards a woman, stalking a woman, persistently messaging to distress her, or creating/posting her image/video in a derogatory manner with intent to offend her dignity.
BNS Section 351
Section 351 deals with criminal intimidation, encompassing offenses involving threatening, intimidation, or coercion efforts. Section 351 includes four subsections (1), (2), (3), (4) which stipulate various scenarios and punishments: 351(1): General threat—damage to one's reputation, honor, or safety threats. 351(2): The provision for punishment under subsection (1) offenses. 351(3): Serious threats—threatening life, inflicting grievous harm, or property damage. 351(4): Anonymous/unknown source threats—when the person concealing their identity or address issues threats.
BNS Section 351 (2)
states that 'Any person found guilty of an offense under section 351(1) may face imprisonment up to two years, a fine, or both.'
This implies that if a person issues general threats (falling under subsection 1), the maximum punishment can be jail for up to two years and a fine. This offense is bailable, allowing the accused the possibility of securing bail. Issuing anonymous threats creates a uniquely criminal scenario that may entail harsher penalties.
Revelation of the Sexual Harassment Case
On July 28, 2025, a former student emailed a letter to an IAF Group Captain. On August 3, a meeting of the math saw complaints from 30 students. On August 4, PA Murli (math administrator) lodged a complaint at the Vasant Kunj North Police Station. Statements from 32 students were recorded, with 17 directly accusing the fraudulent baba. Sixteen statements were registered at Patiala House Court.
Following this disgraceful revelation, the math divested Swami of his position and severed all ties with him by August 9. Once the case was registered, Chaitanyananda Saraswati fled, prompting an LOC (Lookout Circular) by the police. His last known location was traced to Agra, with police suspecting a disguise-assisted escape. He is avoiding phone and electronic gadget use. Authorities confiscated a Volvo car (fake UN number plate 39 UN 1) from his hideout, along with a BMW sedan. Now, police are searching for him across Delhi, Haryana, UP, Uttarakhand, and Rajasthan in connection with sexual exploitation and fraud charges.
