Yoga Trainer Arrested in Sexual Harassment Case Involving Minor

Niranjana Murthy, a yoga trainer and secretary of the Karnataka Yogasana Sports Association, was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a 17-year-old girl. The incidents occurred during a trip to Thailand and continued at the Sunshine Institute. A case was registered under the POCSO Act and investigation is ongoing.

A yoga trainer identified as Niranjana Murthy faces serious charges of sexual harassment involving a minor girl, leading to his arrest, authorities confirmed on Thursday.

Murthy, who has been associated with the Karnataka Yogasana Sports Association, allegedly harassed a 17-year-old during a 2023 Thailand trip and continued the misconduct at his Sunshine Institute in 2024, police reported.

The victim, who lodged a formal complaint, claims Murthy promised her rewards for yoga competitions while making inappropriate advances. A case under the POCSO Act has been filed, and Murthy, who initially fled, is now in police custody with investigations ongoing.