The Supreme Court closed the cases against spiritual leader Sadhguru's Isha Foundation, where two women had alleged illegal confinement. The court stated that the proceedings should not be used to malign people or institutions. The case was filed by a professor who claimed his daughters were "brainwashed" to stay at the Isha Yoga Centre run by the foundation. The court had previously paused the Madras High Court's order to probe the allegations.
In a major win for spiritual leader Sadhguru, the Supreme Court has dismissed a habeas corpus petition against his ashram, Isha Yoga Centre, made by a retired professor claiming that his two daughters were being held captive and brainwashed there. The court deemed the allegations "completely inappropriate" and cited the women's statements that they were living in the ashram voluntarily. The apex court criticized the malafide intent behind the petition, calling for more responsible use of the court's time. The court also stated that closure of the case would not affect any regulatory compliances, such as the requirement for an internal complaint committee in institutions with women and minors.
A police report submitted to the Supreme Court in response to a habeas corpus petition alleging illegal confinement at Sadhguru's Isha Foundation found no evidence to support the claims. However, the report highlights concerns over the functioning of internal mechanisms at the foundation and documents cases of disappearances and suicides over the past 15 years. The report also details a case of alleged sexual assault at the foundation, raising questions about its safety and oversight policies.
Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev underwent brain surgery after experiencing bleeding in the skull, sparking concerns among his followers worldwide. One such follower, Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, took to social media to share her shock and grief. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke to Sadhguru and wished him a speedy recovery, while Sadhguru himself shared a video update from his hospital bed. The 66-year-old founder of the Isha Foundation has also been known for his environmental campaigns like 'Save Soil' and 'Rally for Rivers.'
Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of the Isha Foundation, underwent an emergency brain surgery at a private hospital in New Delhi after suffering from life-threatening bleeding in the skull. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several celebrities have expressed their well wishes for his speedy recovery. Despite his severe headaches, Sadhguru continued with his normal schedule until the pain worsened and he was admitted to the hospital. He is now in stable condition and recovering well.
The 30th year of Isha Foundation's Mahashivratri celebrations was graced by the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, along with other esteemed guests such as Tamil Nadu Governor Thiru RN Ravi and Union Minister Thiru L Murugan. The theme for this year's event was Kashi, and it was celebrated with a grand procession, lighting of the Mahayoga Yagna, and performances by the Linga Bhairavi Utsav Murti and Maha Aarti. Founder Sadhguru also spoke about the history and growth of the event, which now attracts millions of people globally.