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News18
a day ago
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Taekwondo Player Alleges Gang-Rape In Ashram After Being Offered Spiked Laddoo
Last Updated: The survivor has provided a video to the police, which also circulated on social media, allegedly showing an elderly man assaulting her within the ashram premises. A national-level Taekwondo player has accused several individuals of gang-rape at an ashram near a police station in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The alleged incident occurred in January, but the complaint was filed four months later, various regional media outlets reported. An investigation is underway, and a video of the incident, which has surfaced on social media, is being examined. The survivor, a resident of Kanpur's Govind Nagar, claims she met Govind Mahto while looking for a spot to sell used clothes. Mahto allegedly took her to the ashram, promising to introduce her to influential people who could help her find a location. The woman alleged that after being offered a laddoo at the ashram, she lost consciousness and was subsequently gang-raped by Govind Mahto, the ashram's mahant, and several others, including four named individuals who are temple priests. When asked why she waited four months to file a report, the survivor said she feared retribution due to the accused men's alleged political connections. The survivor has provided a video to the police, which also circulated on social media, allegedly showing an elderly man assaulting her within the ashram premises. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Mahesh Kumar confirmed that a complaint had been filed. 'The woman approached the DCP with her complaint, which was handed over to me for investigation. A video has also been submitted, and we have visited the ashram room shown in it. We are examining all aspects and will take further action accordingly," Kumar said. The ashram's priests responded to the allegations by claiming they were in Prayagraj, attending the Kumbh at the time of the incident. They provided photos and videos as evidence to support their alibi, which are currently being examined by the police. First Published: June 01, 2025, 12:25 IST
India Today
a day ago
- India Today
Fed drug-laced laddoo, gang-raped at Kanpur ashram: Taekwondo player's big charge
A national-level Taekwondo player has alleged that she was gang-raped inside an ashram located right next to a police station in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur. The alleged assault took place in January, but the complaint was lodged nearly four months later, officials said on investigation is underway, and a video of the incident, which has surfaced on social media, is being to the survivor, a resident of Kanpur's Govind Nagar, she had approached a local man, Govind Mahto, while searching for a space to set up a shop selling old clothes. Mahto allegedly took her to the ashram on the pretext of introducing her to influential people who could help her secure a location. The woman claimed that she was offered a laddoo inside the ashram, after which she lost consciousness. She alleged that she was then gang-raped by Mahto, the ashram's mahant (chief priest), and several others. She named four individuals in the assault, including temple asked why she waited four months to file a report, the survivor said she feared retribution due to the accused men's alleged political survivor has submitted a video to the police, which also went viral on social media. The footage reportedly showed an elderly man assaulting her inside the ashram Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Mahesh Kumar confirmed that a complaint had been filed. "The woman approached the DCP with her complaint, which was handed over to me for investigation. A video has also been submitted, and we have visited the ashram room shown in it. We are examining all aspects and will take further action accordingly," Kumar response to the allegations, the ashram's priests claimed they were in Prayagraj attending the Kumbh during the time of the incident. They have provided photos and videos as evidence to support their alibi, which police say are also under Watch
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Is Mamta Kulkarni upset over controversy surrounding her appointment as Mahamandleshwar of Kinnar Akhada? Actress REACTS
Karan Arjun actress Mamta Kulkarni is one of the well-known actresses of the 90s. She recently made headlines after she returned to India after a 25-year-absence and was appointed as Mahamandleshwar of Kinnar Akhada at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. However, things took an unexpected turn and she had to step down. Now, she opened up about it and shared that her appointment was the result of her dedicated 'tapasya'. Months after the dispute, Mamta Kulkarni opened up about the controversy over her appointment as Mahamandleshwar of Kinnar Akhada for the first time. In a recent conversation with ANI, the Karan Arjun actress shared, 'It was all in God's hands for me to become Mahamandaleshwar in that Kumbh, which was such a holy occasion in 140 years.' She further added, 'God provided me with the fruits of 25 years of my 'tapasya'. So, that happened.' For the unversed, Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi announced that Mamta Kulkarni was appointed as the Mahamandleshwar of Kinnar Akhada during the Maha Kumbh Mela. As soon as the announcement was made, transgender Kathavachak Jagatguru Himangi Sakhi Maa criticized it citing her involvement in criminal activities in the past. On January 30, 2025, the founder of Kinnar Akhada Rishi Ajay Das expelled Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi from her position. He shared that she deviated from the responsibilities she was given with the position. Ajay alleged that the agreement Lakshmi made with Juna Akhada in 2019 was not valid as it lacked consent. He also took a dig at her for allowing Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni to join Akhada and take on the role of Mahamandaleshwar. Calling it a betrayal of the Akhada's sacred values, Ajay questioned the ethical implications of giving such a prestigious title to someone having a criminal record. This created a controversy and soon President of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad Mahant Ravindra Puri slammed him and questioned his right to remove Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi from her position. He also added that she and Mamta will continue with their positions. As the controversy escalated, Mamta turned to social media to announce her resignation from the position. At the same time, the Kinnar Akhada officially removed Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi and Mamta Kulkarni, citing increasing discord within the community and concerns about their spiritual credentials.
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First Post
2 days ago
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- First Post
Mamta Kulkarni finally reacts to Mahamandleshwar controversy: 'It was all in God's hands for me to...'
Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev openly slammed Mamta's anointment as the Mahamandleshwar and said that nobody can attain sainthood 'in a single day." read more Former Bollywood actress who featured in films like Baazi, Karan Arjun and Sabse Bada Khiladi among others, recently stepped down from her position as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. Mamta, who adopted a new name — 'Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri," said that she would continue her spiritual path as a 'Sadhvi" (a female spiritual seeker). STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Mamta's action came after Mahamandaleshwar Laxmi Narayan Tripathi and the Kinnar Akhada's founder, Rishi Ajay Das disputed over giving the title of Mahamandaleshwar to the former actress. Talking about the controversy, the former actress told ANI, '…It was all in God's hands for me to become Mahamandaleshwar in that Kumbh, which was such a holy occasion in 140 years. God provided me with the fruits of 25 years of my 'tapasya'. So, that happened." Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev openly slammed Mamta's anointment as the Mahamandleshwar and said that nobody can attain sainthood 'in a single day." 'The great Kumbh festival of Sanatana, where our roots are connected, is a grand celebration. This is a sacred festival Some people associate vulgarity, intoxication, and inappropriate behaviour in the name of Kumbh – this is not the true essence of the Maha Kumbh," Baba Ramdev told PTI. In a press release issued on January 30, 2025, Rishi Ajay Das said, 'As the founder of Kinnar Akhada, I am hereby relieving Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi from his position as Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada, effective immediately. His appointment was made with the goal of promoting religious activities and uplifting the transgender community, but he has deviated from these responsibilities." STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mamta Kulkarni Breaks Silence On Mahamandleshwar Controversy: ‘It Was All in God's Hands'
Last Updated: Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni stepped down as Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhada at Maha Kumbh Mela after a dispute. She will continue her spiritual path as a Sadhvi. Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni had recently stepped down from her role as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. She said she will continue her spiritual path as a 'Sadhvi" (a female spiritual seeker). This came after a dispute between Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Laxmi Narayan Tripathi and the Kinnar Akhada's founder, Rishi Ajay Das, over giving Mamta the title of Mahamandaleshwar. Mamta has now talked about the controversy for the first time. Speaking to ANI, she said, '…It was all in God's hands for me to become Mahamandaleshwar in that Kumbh, which was such a holy occasion in 140 years. God provided me with the fruits of 25 years of my 'tapasya'. So, that happened." Mamta Kulkarni left her worldly life behind to begin a spiritual journey. She took on a new name — 'Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri." She became a Mahamandaleshwar (a respected spiritual leader) on January 24 during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev openly criticised the actor's anointment as the Mahamandleshwar, saying that nobody can attain sainthood 'in a single day." 'The great Kumbh festival of Sanatana, where our roots are connected, is a grand celebration. This is a sacred festival Some people associate vulgarity, intoxication, and inappropriate behaviour in the name of Kumbh – this is not the true essence of the Maha Kumbh," Baba Ramdev was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. 'Some individuals, who were indulged in worldly pleasures just yesterday, suddenly become saints or even attain titles like Mahamandaleshwar in a single day," the yoga guru added. Since Kulkarni was appointed the Mahamandleshwar, several saints have opposed the decision. Later, both Mamta Kulkarni and Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi were expelled from the Akhada by Rishi Ajay Das, the founder of Kinnar Akhada. According to a press release issued on January 30, 2025, Rishi Ajay Das said, 'As the founder of Kinnar Akhada, I am hereby relieving Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi from his position as Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada, effective immediately. His appointment was made with the goal of promoting religious activities and uplifting the transgender community, but he has deviated from these responsibilities." In the 1990s, Mamta Kulkarni rose to fame with blockbuster films like Karan Arjun and Baazi. In the early 2000s, she stepped away from the film industry and relocated abroad. First Published:
