Spiritual leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam, 61, has claimed that he received threat calls and audio messages allegedly linked to the pro-Khalistan organisation Babbar Khalsa. He said the threats came after his public statements and posts against Khalistan. Police in Sambhal have received a complaint and are investigating the matter.Krishnam was born on January 4, 1965, according to biographical reports. He is known as the Peethadhishwar of Kalki Dham in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. He has also been active in Indian politics and was earlier associated with the Congress party.Key HighlightsAcharya Pramod Krishnam is 61 years old.He is associated with Kalki Dham in Sambhal.He claimed receiving threat calls and an audio message.He linked the alleged threats to his anti-Khalistan statements.Sambhal Police said they are investigating the complaint.Where Does Acharya Pramod Krishnam Live?Krishnam is closely associated with Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh, where the Shri Kalki Dham is being built. He is also reported to have a residence in Ghaziabad. In March 2026, he was reported to have suffered an injury after falling at his Ghaziabad residence.His main public religious work is connected with Kalki Dham in Sambhal. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of Shri Kalki Dham Temple in Sambhal on February 19, 2024. The Prime Minister's Office said Krishnam had worked for the temple project for years.Why Is Acharya Pramod Krishnam Getting Threats?According to Krishnam's claim, the alleged threats are connected to his anti-Khalistan posts and statements. He said he had received calls from an international number for several days. He did not answer those calls, but later received an audio message in Punjabi.He alleged that the message contained threats against him and mentioned bombs and rocket launchers. These details are based on Krishnam's account and have not been independently established as fact.Krishnam also connected the alleged threat with the construction of Kalki Dham in Sambhal. He said Khalistani elements did not accept the construction of the religious complex.“If I am killed, I will consider it my sacrifice,” Krishnam said while appealing to the Prime Minister, Home Minister and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister.What Did Police Say?The alleged threat has been reported to the police. Sambhal Superintendent of Police Vikas Chandra Tripathi said police had received a complaint regarding the threat to Krishnam and were investigating the matter.At this stage, the identity and responsibility of the person or group behind the alleged messages have not been established by police in the information available.The case comes as Krishnam continues to be involved with the construction and promotion of Kalki Dham in Sambhal. His public comments on Khalistan and other political and religious issues have also kept him in the public spotlight.The latest complaint will now be examined by the police. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
