Junagadh: Amid the ongoing dispute between Mahant Harigiri Maharaj of Bhavnath Mandir and Mahant Maheshgiri Bapu of Bhutnath Mandir in the Girnar area, five sadhus, including Maheshgiri, have been barred from entering Prayagraj and removed from their respective positions.

The decision was reportedly made during a meeting of the Juna Akhada Parishad in Prayagraj where Maha Kumbh is underway.

Harigiri Maharaj confirmed in a telephonic conversation that a meeting of senior saints from the Juna Akhada Parishad took place on January 26th, where this decision was made. An official announcement is expected soon from the Akhada’s spokesperson. DeshGujarat