ISKCON-Budhanilkantha operator in custody
Summary
Nepal Police have arrested ISKCON operator Suraj Krishna Shrestha in connection with child sexual abuse and physical torture allegations at Bhaktivedanta Gurukul, Budhanilkantha. Investigations reveal systemic abuse and institutional cover-up attempts.
Key Points
- Suraj Krishna Shrestha, an ISKCON operator, is in police custody over a child sexual abuse investigation under the Children’s Act.
- Complaints reveal severe physical torture and sexual abuse of minors at the ISKCON-run Bhaktivedanta Gurukul in Budhanilkantha.
- Another accused, Ishwar Shrestha, allegedly committed long-term sexual abuse and is currently absconding, believed to be in India.
- ISKCON Nepal leadership, including high-profile individuals, are accused of conspiring to cover up the abuse and obstruct investigations.
