Dharma Raksha Sangh Lodges Protest Over Disciples’ Misconduct After Fire Incident in Vrindavan
2026.01.11 (Vrindavan Today News): The Dharma Raksha Sangh on Sunday formally lodged a protest against the alleged misbehaviour, violence and intimidation by disciples of Saint Premanand following a mysterious fire at a flat in the Shri Krishna Sharanam residential complex on Chhatikara Road.
Members of the organisation accused the disciples of assaulting Braj residents and journalists, hurling abuses, issuing threats and obstructing police officials who arrived at the spot to assess the situation. The Sangh termed the incident a serious threat to public order and press freedom.
The protest was lodged after reports that disciples forcibly snatched mobile phones and cameras, attempted to prevent media coverage, and misbehaved with Circle Officer Pritampal Singh and Kotwali in-charge Sanjay Pandey. During the chaos, the mobile phone of Tulsi Swami, a Dharma Raksha Sangh office-bearer involved in rescue efforts, was allegedly snatched and damaged.
Condemning the incident, Saurabh Gaur, National President of the Dharma Raksha Sangh, said the actions of the disciples had defamed the name of the saint and hurt the sentiments of the people of Vrindavan. He demanded strict legal action against those responsible, warning that such “lawless behaviour under the guise of spirituality” would not be tolerated.
Gopesh Goswami, National Treasurer of the organisation and a sevayat of the Banke Bihari Temple, alleged that even female disciples issued death threats, calling the episode deeply disturbing.
The organisation has demanded a fair investigation into both the fire incident and the alleged acts of violence, and warned of intensified protests if authorities fail to act.
