A monk's emotional return to his ancestral village in Kanpur after nearly four decades turned into a distressing ordeal when his own family refused to acknowledge his identity. The incident, which required police intervention to resolve, unfolded in Dharamangadpur village under the Sajeti police station area.
Police Intervention Resolves Bitter Family Dispute
The man at the center of this unusual case is Sarvesh Sachan, also known as Kallu, son of Indrapal. According to authorities, Sachan left his home in 1989 shortly after graduating from DAV College in Kanpur. He then embraced monastic life and has been living as a monk at Tauni Devi Dham in Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, for approximately 36 years.
His recent visit on Friday was solely to collect his academic marksheet and related records, which are necessary for him to complete the SIR (Self-Identification Registration) exercise. However, upon his arrival, his family members not only declined to recognize him but also reported the matter to the local police, alleging an impersonation attempt.
A History of Mistrust and a Decade-Old Dispute
This was not the first time Sarvesh Sachan faced rejection from his family. He revealed to the police that he had visited the village about 10 years earlier in connection with a land division dispute. On that occasion as well, his family challenged his identity, prompting him to leave without resolving the matter.
Officers from the Sajeti police station stepped in to mediate the tense situation. They carefully verified the monk's identity using the personal documents he had in his possession. Once his credentials were confirmed, the police instructed the family to hand over his requested documents.
Sajeti police station in-charge Awdhesh Kumar stated, "Sarvesh had left home at the age of 19. After his identity was confirmed, he was allowed to take the documents." The police intervention thus enabled the monk to secure his marksheet and related papers, which were being withheld by his relatives.
The Lonely Quest for Official Papers
The monk emphasized that his intentions were limited to obtaining his academic certificates. He had no interest in rekindling old family conflicts or making any claims on property. His sole requirement was to complete the formalities for the SIR process, a necessary step for his official records.
This case highlights the complex emotional and legal challenges that can arise when individuals who have been absent for long periods attempt to reintegrate or claim their legitimate documents. It underscores the crucial role law enforcement sometimes plays in mediating family disputes and upholding individual rights, even in deeply personal matters.
