The Haryana government has officially taken over Aparna Ashram, founded by the late yoga guru and controversial godman Dhirendra Brahmachari, on a prime 24-acre property in Gurugram. The move follows the Aparna Institution (Taking Over of Management and Control) Act, 2025, notified by Ritu Garg, Administrative Secretary to the Law and Legislative Department.
Under the Act, the government will manage the ashram for an initial period of 10 years. Authorities will appoint an administrator to oversee the property and maintain its operations. Officials stated that the takeover aims to prevent rival groups from exploiting the land for personal gain.
Dhirendra Brahmachari had purchased the land in Silokhra village using donations, grants, and support from the Centre. After his death in a 1994 plane crash, the society running the ashram split into two factions. This caused prolonged legal disputes. The controversy escalated in 2020 when a sale deed valued the property at just ₹55 crore. However, officials clarified that the fair market value stood at ₹12 crore per acre, totaling ₹288 crore. The sale deed was later cancelled, and the Punjab and Haryana High Court rejected challenges from the involved parties.
The government emphasized that the takeover will preserve the ashram’s historical and cultural significance. It will also ensure transparent administration. Local residents and devotees expressed relief, noting that the property had been a hub for spiritual and social activities for decades.
This intervention safeguards Dhirendra Brahmachari’s legacy and prevents further disputes over the Gurugram land. Authorities have pledged to maintain proper administration and uphold the ashram’s religious and cultural heritage.
