Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Refuses Mauni Amavasya Bath in Prayagraj Amid Scuffle

• Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand refused to take the holy dip at Sangam ghat in Prayagraj on Mauni Amavasya, alleging police misbehavior and assault on his disciples.
• Police stated that due to heavy crowds, they requested the Shankaracharya to walk to the ghat, but his supporters resisted, leading to a scuffle.
• The Yogi government arranged for a helicopter to shower flowers on devotees and sadhus at the Magh Mela, honoring Sanatan Dharma faith.
• Mauni Amavasya marks the third and largest bath of the Magh Mela, drawing millions of devotees to Sangam, Haridwar, and Varanasi for holy dips.
• Devotees believe 33 crore deities visit Prayagraj on Mauni Amavasya to observe a vow of silence and take a holy dip, highlighting its spiritual significance.

Why It Matters: Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand refused to bathe in Prayagraj, alleging police misconduct during Mauni Amavasya.