A representation concerning the management of Swami Shanti Prakash Ashram Trust and Radheyshyam Gaushala Trust in Ulhasnagar has sought official scrutiny of property records and financial transactions. On 30 July 2026, MP Shankar Lalwani forwarded a representation from Advocate Hitesh Jaikishan Jeswani to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The complainant alleges that properties may be worth approximately ₹10,000 crore, that around 90 City Survey records were changed between 2018 and 2023, and that transactions totalling about ₹300 crore warrant examination. These claims have not been independently established in the material available for this report.
Ulhasnagar Ashram-Gaushala Trust Dispute: Alleged ₹10,000 Crore Property Portfolio, 90 CTS Records and ₹300 Crore Transactions Under Scrutiny
MP Shankar Lalwani forwards Advocate Hitesh Jeswani’s representation to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis; allegations concerning trust assets, fixed deposits, cattle sales and threats await independent verification.
Allegations concerning the management of Swami Shanti Prakash Ashram Trust and Radheyshyam Gaushala Trust in Ulhasnagar have raised questions about property records, financial transactions, cattle sales and the safety of complainants.
On July 30, 2026, Member of Parliament Shankar Lalwani wrote to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, forwarding a representation submitted by Advocate Hitesh Jaikishan Jeswani and requesting appropriate action under applicable rules.
The available documents contain serious allegations but do not establish their independent verification, the outcome of an official investigation or a judicial finding of wrongdoing.
Ulhasnagar Trust Property Dispute: ₹10,000 Crore Valuation Claim
Advocate Hitesh Jeswani’s complaint alleges that properties associated with the religious and charitable institutions have an approximate combined value of ₹10,000 crore, including land connected with ashram, gaushala and educational facilities.
The complaint refers to approximately 25 acres belonging to the ashram and gaushala, around 10 acres associated with a school and old-age home, and additional dharamshala properties.
The complainant has requested scrutiny of property ownership, transactions involving trust funds and the possibility that assets intended for charitable purposes were recorded in individuals’ names.
However, the available documents do not independently establish the claimed valuation or prove unlawful transfers. Official land records, valuation reports, trust deeds, financial statements and authorisation documents would be necessary to assess these claims.
90 CTS Records: Questions About Changes Between 2018 and 2023
The complaint alleges that approximately 90 City Survey (CTS) property records were changed between 2018 and 2023, reportedly placing properties under the name of a person identified as the trust secretary.
It further names Jetha Namomal Rohira and his cousin Ramesh in connection with alleged representations concerning the position of ‘Settlor’. According to the complainant, the trust documents identify Swami Dev Prakash Maharaj as the Settlor.
These assertions require examination of original trust deeds, change reports, property extracts, resolutions and records maintained by the Charity Commissioner’s office before any conclusions can be reached.
₹180 Crore Fixed Deposits and Alleged ₹300 Crore Transactions
The complaint claims that the trusts hold fixed deposits worth approximately ₹180 crore and alleges suspicious financial transactions totalling around ₹300 crore, mentioning Deepak Gangwani and associated intermediaries.
These figures remain allegations presented by the complainant and have not been independently established by the documents available for this report.
A forensic audit could examine bank statements, audited accounts, tax records, transaction authorisations and the movement of funds between trusts or individual accounts. The findings would help determine whether transactions were legitimate and consistent with the trusts’ stated charitable purposes.
Gaushala Cattle Sales and Alleged Police Inaction
The complaint alleges that Nandi bulls belonging to Radheyshyam Gaushala Trust were repeatedly transported in vehicles and sold. It also states that earlier complaints were submitted to Hillline Police Station in Ulhasnagar.
The complainant alleges that the complaints did not receive an adequate response. However, the available documents do not independently establish whether the sales violated any law or what action police officials took.
Relevant transport documents, sale records, animal-welfare compliance records and police station entries would be important in determining the facts.
Alleged Threats, Extortion and Concerns Over Swami Dev Prakash Maharaj
The complaint names Naresh Rohira in connection with alleged threats and describes fears of extortion, false criminal cases and intimidation against complainants, sevadaris, traders and devotees.
The complainant has requested police protection and an impartial inquiry. These allegations require verification through available messages, call records, CCTV footage, witness statements and official police records, alongside responses from the individuals concerned.
The complaint also alleges that Swami Dev Prakash Maharaj has been staying in a flat in Chembur rather than at his Ulhasnagar ashram, restricting access for devotees and regular religious activities.
It raises additional concerns about his health, including an allegation described as ‘slow poisoning’. No independent medical finding or official investigative conclusion confirming this allegation is established by the available documents. Any assessment must prioritise his safety, medical evidence and personal wishes.
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Shankar Lalwani’s Letter to Devendra Fadnavis: What Is Established?
In his letter dated July 30, 2026, MP Shankar Lalwani forwarded Advocate Hitesh Jeswani’s representation to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for consideration and action according to the rules.
The letter establishes that a representation was forwarded to the Chief Minister; it does not, by itself, demonstrate that an inquiry was ordered or that any allegation was proved.
The complaint also refers to representations addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Office, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the Maharashtra Home Department, the Director General of Police, Maharashtra, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and the Charity Commissioner’s office in the Thane region.
Receipt, referral and subsequent action by these offices remain matters for independent verification.
What Happens Next?
The central questions concern the authenticity of property records, the financial position of the trusts, the legality of cattle-related transactions and the handling of complaints concerning alleged threats.
An impartial, time-bound investigation supported by documentary evidence could clarify these issues. Any action should follow the evidence and applicable law, while ensuring that all persons named in the complaint receive a fair opportunity to respond.
Source note: This report is based on the 10-page complaint submitted in the name of Advocate Hitesh Jaikishan Jeswani and MP Shankar Lalwani’s letter dated July 30, 2026. Responses from the trusts, named individuals and relevant authorities should be obtained before publication or as part of continuing coverage by Sprouts News.
