Anticipatory Bail Granted to Shankaracharya in POCSO Case, Court Flags Delay and Inconsistencies in FIR: Allahabad High Court
In a significant development dated 26 March 2026, the Allahabad High Court granted anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and another accused in a sensitive matter involving allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The Court examined the case carefully and highlighted serious issues in the prosecution’s version before granting relief. Background of FIR and allegations The case originated from…