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Aghori Arrested for Disturbing Funeral Rites
1 Sep
Summary
- An Aghori was arrested for trespassing and disturbing funeral services.
- The arrest followed a viral video showing alleged cannibalism.
- The accused identifies as Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara.
Police in Ujjain apprehended a self-styled Aghori on Tuesday, Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following allegations of trespassing and disrupting funeral services. The incident occurred at the Chakratirth cremation ground within Ujjain Municipal Corporation limits. The arrested individual, known as Kali alias Nand Giri, claims the title of Mahamandaleshwar from the Kinnar Akhara.
The apprehension followed the viral circulation of a video on Instagram the previous day, Monday, August 31, 2026. This clip reportedly showed the accused consuming human flesh from a burning pyre. Authorities were alerted after the video gained widespread attention on social media platforms.