Magh Mela Assault: Women's Commission Demands Action Against Police for Sadhvi Attack

• National Commission for Women (NCW) takes cognizance of alleged assault and misbehavior with female Sadhvis at Magh Mela 2026.
• Complaint details inhumane treatment of Sadhvis on Mauni Amavasya, January 18, 2026, while accompanying Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand.
• Male UP Police personnel allegedly used force, pushed, and beat 15-20 female Sadhvis and other women, causing injuries like nosebleeds and foot injuries.
• Victims include Sadhvi Pooja Ji, Jayadevi Pandey, Archana Devi, Mamta Paroha, Kamala Bhardwaj, Jyoti Garg, and Shweta Shukla.
• NCW has directed Prayagraj Police Commissioner to investigate and submit an action report within 30 days, emphasizing the seriousness of the human rights violation.