Bolivia Deports Nithyananda's 'Kailasa' Followers Over Amazon Land Fraud:

Bolivian authorities have deported 20 individuals associated with the self-proclaimed nation of 'Kailasa', founded by fugitive Indian godman Nithyananda, for allegedly attempting to acquire land from indigenous communities under fraudulent terms. These individuals, hailing from countries including India, the United States, Sweden, and China, were arrested and charged with "land trafficking" after negotiating 1,000-year leases with indigenous groups for vast tracts of the Amazon.

The 'Land Trafficking' Incident

Representatives of 'Kailasa' arrived in Bolivia on tourist visas and managed to secure meetings with high-ranking officials, including a photo opportunity with President Luis Arce. Investigations revealed that they negotiated land leases with indigenous communities such as the Baure, offering assistance with forest fire management in exchange. Initially, the Baure community agreed to a 25-year lease for land "three times the size of New Delhi," expecting annual payments of approximately $200,000. However, the contracts presented in English extended the lease to 1,000 years and included rights to airspace and natural resource extraction. Despite these alterations, the agreements were signed but later declared void by Bolivian authorities, leading to the deportation of the 'Kailasa' members.

Understanding the 'United States of Kailasa'

'Kailasa' is a self-proclaimed nation founded by Nithyananda, who fled India in 2019 amid charges of rape and abduction. The entity claims to be the world's only sovereign Hindu nation, aiming to provide a safe haven for practicing, aspiring, or persecuted Hindus worldwide. According to its website, 'Kailasa' is dedicated to reviving authentic Hindu culture and civilization, promoting temple-based lifestyles, universal free healthcare, free education, vegetarianism, gender equality, and combating global warming.

Who is Nithyananda?

Nithyananda, born Arunachalam Rajasekaran, is a self-styled Indian godman who established the Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam trust, which operates temples, gurukulas, and ashrams globally. He has faced multiple charges in India, including rape and abduction, leading to his flight from the country in 2019. Despite his absconding status, Nithyananda continues to make headlines with his controversial claims and activities, including the establishment of 'Kailasa'.