Renowned for his spiritual discourses and calm presence, Saint Premanand govid sharan has reportedly received a shocking death threat from a youth residing in Satna, Madhya Pradesh. The young man, in a viral video, can be seen using abusive language and openly threatening to kill the saint, saying – “If Premanand govind shran comes to Satna, I’ll slit his throat.” The video has stirred massive outrage among devotees and raised serious concerns about the saint’s safety.
Who Made the Threat?
According to reports, the threat came from a local youth in Satna district. In the video, he can be seen using vulgar and aggressive language, challenging the saint not to visit Satna and issuing a direct death threat. The video quickly spread across social media platforms, leading to public outrage and demands for immediate action.
What Was Said in the Viral Video?
In the viral clip, the youth is seen saying:
“If Premanand comes to Satna, I’ll slit his throat. This is our city; don’t come here!”
His words reflect not only personal animosity but also an intent to incite religious hatred, which has alarmed both the public and authorities.
What Has the Police Done So Far?
Following the virality of the video, the Satna Police swiftly identified the youth and registered an FIR against him. He has been taken into custody and is currently being interrogated. The police are also investigating whether this was an individual act or part of a larger conspiracy.
Authorities confirmed that the cyber cell is also involved to trace the origin and spread of the video. The incident is being treated with high seriousness due to its potential impact on religious harmony.
Threats to Religious Leaders: A Grave Concern
In a secular and democratic country like India, issuing threats to religious leaders is a serious criminal offense. As per Indian Penal Code (IPC), the accused could be booked under:
- Section 506 (Criminal Intimidation)
- Section 295A (Hurting Religious Sentiments)
Such acts not only endanger individuals but also disturb the peace and social fabric of society.
Devotees Demand Justice
As the news spread, followers of Saint Premanand govind shran began trending hashtags like #JusticeForPremanandMaharaj on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. Devotees across the country are demanding strict punishment for the accused and enhanced security measures for the saint during his future public appearances.