The plea alleges custodial violence against minor children and interference with religious practices in connection with an episode involving Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, Shankaracharya of Jyotish Peeth. Filed by Advocate Gaurav Dwivedi, the Public Interest Litigation plea relates to events that allegedly took place on January 18, coinciding with Mauni Amavasya, considered the most sacred bathing day of the Magh Mela. According to the petition, Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati was proceeding towards the Sangam in a palanquin along with his disciples and followers when the police stopped the palanquin and compelled him to proceed on foot. The plea further refers to a report published in the national daily Patrika on January 28, 2026, which stated that Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati announced his decision to leave the Magh Mela without performing the Magh Snan. Claiming violation of Articles 14, 19, 21 and 25 of the Constitution, the petition has sought directions for suspension of the Prayagraj Commissioner, District Magistrate, Police Commissioner and the Magh Mela Adhikari.