Allahabad High Court grants interim relief in POCSO case, sparking fear among Brahmachari Ashutosh Maharaj and followers over safety and investigation delays.

The Allahabad High Court granted interim relief to Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in a POCSO case, prompting Brahmachari Ashutosh Maharaj to claim he and his followers are in fear, lacking police protection and facing threats, including attempted attacks and abductions. He alleged the court order was issued without proper notice, criticized the investigation's slow pace, and said a fake list was circulated online. The Shankaracharya welcomed the stay, calling the case fabricated. The court has reserved judgment on anticipatory bail, with a final decision expected in mid-March.