Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda produced in Delhi court, police seek 5-day custody

“…the material brought on record, including statements of multiple witnesses, the nature of offences, and the detailed justification provided by the IO [investigating officer] clearly indicate the presence of the accused in police custody is pivotal for progress of the investigation and for recovery of relevant evidence,” said judicial magistrate first class Ravi in his four-page order made available on Monday.

Chaitanyananda was produced before the Patiala House Court hours after he was arrested from an Agra hotel. He was on the run since being booked for allegedly sexually harassing 17 students.

The court underlined the gravity of the offences and the material on record in its order. It cited a careful examination of the remand application and supporting documents and said there were “cogent and adequate reasons” to place the accused in police custody.