Self-styled spiritual guru held for allegedly drugging, raping and blackmailing women in Mathura
A 29-year-old self-styled spiritual guru, Abhishek Mishra, was arrested in Mathura for allegedly drugging, raping, and blackmailing educated women. Police discovered evidence of his crimes on his mobile phone after a victim filed a formal complaint.
Why it matters
This case highlights the dangers of predatory behavior disguised as spiritual guidance and the importance of digital evidence in criminal investigations.
A 29-year-old self-styled spiritual guru was arrested in Uttar Pradesh s Mathura district for allegedly sexually exploiting educated young women by luring them with promises of spiritual guidance and better career prospects, police said on Tuesday (June 2, 2026).
The article reports on police findings and legal proceedings without editorializing.
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