Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Arun Giri Maharaj of Shri Panchdashnam Awahan Akhara sustained injuries in a road accident on Friday night while traveling from Delhi to Allahabad.
The incident occurred about 20 kilometers before Prayagraj when his vehicle, a Fortuner, collided head-on with an Innova attempting to overtake recklessly.
Bhanu, the driver of the Fortuner, recounted the incident, stating, “An Innova came from the front and hit us directly while cutting across lanes. Maharaj Ji was hit in the chest, and I suffered a head injury. Our Fortuner is completely damaged from the front.”
Acharya Arun Giri Maharaj has been admitted to Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) Hospital in Prayagraj, where his condition is reported to be stable.
Dr. Neeraj, an Emergency Medical Officer at SRN Hospital, said, “Maharaj ji is under observation in a private room. His condition is stable, and he is receiving thorough medical attention. Full medical care has been provided, and Acharya Ji will be kept under observation for the night.”
The Secretary of Awahan Akhara, Geetanand Giri, confirmed the incident. “Acharya Ji was on his way from Delhi to attend a meeting in Allahabad. The accident happened suddenly when an Innova overtook recklessly. Thankfully, the injuries are not life-threatening,” he said.
The authorities are investigating the accident to determine further details.