Engineer Abhey Singh, also known as IITian Baba, has been expelled from Juna Akhara for using abusive language against his guru, Mahant Someshwar Puri. This action underscores the importance of discipline and respect towards the guru in the sanyasi tradition. Singh is banned from the akhara until he adheres to its discipline.
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