Sexual Harassment Scandal: Delhi Institute Head Arrested for Student Abuse

Delhi Police will present Chaitanyananda Saraswati, formerly known as Parthasarathy, in court today following his arrest in an extensive sexual harassment investigation that has revealed a disturbing pattern of abuse of power and exploitation, similar to other cases of systemic abuse that have highlighted the need for institutional reforms.

Fraudulent Credentials and Predatory Behavior

Police recovered two counterfeit visiting cards from the accused, one claiming his position as a "Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations" and another as a "member of the BRICS Joint Commission and Special Envoy of India." These revelations demonstrate a concerning pattern of deception that mirrors other cases of authority figures abusing their positions.

Investigation Findings

DCP South West Amit Goel revealed that Saraswati, accused of molesting 17 students at the Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management, allegedly:

• Used employment promises to lure victims
• Employed international phone numbers to mask his identity
• Maintained inappropriate communications with students
• Operated with the complicity of some female faculty members

Institutional Response and Legal Proceedings

The case, which echoes broader concerns about institutional accountability and public safety, has prompted swift action. The Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri, has revoked Saraswati's Powers of Attorney issued in 2008. Police have documented statements from 32 female students, with 17 formally alleging sexual harassment through various means including abusive language, obscene messages, and unwanted physical contact.

The investigation continues as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the abuse and identify potential additional victims. The case has sparked renewed discussions about institutional safeguards and the protection of vulnerable students in educational settings.