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IIT Baba Taken to Police Custody in Jaipur, Caught Smoking Ganja
In a twist of fate, a self-proclaimed spiritual guru popularly known as “IIT Baba” was caught smoking ganja (marijuana) and taken into police custody in Jaipur. This has led to rampant discussions on these so-called self-styled godmen and the impacts they have on society. Here is an extensive breakdown of the event, its implications, and the reactions sparked by it.
Who is IIT Baba?
IIT Baba, who is still anonymous, turns out to be a spiritual guru through a selling point-he claims to have an IIT background. He gained notoriety among Indian spiritual worshipers, especially youth, as he took modernity into spirituality with his education and lifestyle.
The Jaipur Incident
The news reached the Jaipur police about the IIT Baba ashram being involved in illegal activities. When the raid was organized, he was found in the act of smoking ganja. Subsequently, he was arrested. Besides, a major amount of ganja and some other suspicious things have been recovered from the premises.
Probes and Charges
IIT Baba has bee booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possession and consuming illegal drugs. He is presently under police custody, with further investigations into his drug involvement rolling on.
Public Reaction
The arrest, though, has received mixed reactions:
- Shock and Disappointment: His numerous followers were shocked and disappointed, having considered him their spiritual guide.
- Disbelief with the Godmen: Most importantly, the incident is likely to open the debate on the credibility of self-ascribed godmen and the call for more stringent laws.
- Call for Accountability: Social media users and activists are rallying to hold him and other dubious spiritual leaders to some account, along with transparency in their operations.
Into Broader Lands
This arrest of IIT Baba underlines multiple issues of a critical nature:
- Abuse of Authority: Some try to commit illegal actions by misusing influence.
- Youth Vulnerability: This raises alarm about how much a young person is swayed by the charm of a charismatic figure.
- The Need for Regulation: More is coming forth regarding the need to tighten the leash around spiritual institutes and their leaders.
What next?
Investigation is going on, and thus more details of such activities might unfold about IIT Baba and his network. Hence this could set a precedent for similar future cases.
Conclusion
IIT Baba’s case of being arrested in Jaipur for smoking ganja serves to expose the dark sides of many self-proclaimed spiritual leaders. While his disciples struggle to adapt from the supposed betrayal, such things tend to speak of caution and suspicion about dealing with such figures.As the legal process unfolds, it remains to be seen how this case will impact the broader discourse on spirituality and accountability in India.