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08/04/2024

Escaping Law in the name of a Human Experiment: Auroville

A troubling pattern of functioning has persisted within Auroville Working Groups for decades, characterized by what appears to be an undue influence on investigative authorities. Under the guise of being a "separate nation above law and government," Auroville has unfortunately harbored numerous instances of criminal activity. These crimes have been concealed by influential individuals within the community, to maintain a facade of purity, while leaving countless victims without recourse to justice.

The recent appointment of an active IPS officer to the Auroville Foundation is a step in the right direction. However, it is concerning that their role appears to be primarily administrative, and there remains a glaring absence of a complaint or redressal system within Auroville since 1983.

No individual or community is above the law, and it is essential for Auroville to uphold the principles of accountability and justice.

Despite the self-proclaimed purity of Aurovilians, it is evident that the reality may not always match the image projected. It is time for transparency and accountability to prevail, ensuring that justice is served for all and that Auroville truly lives up to its ideals.

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31/03/2024

Discover the truth behind corrupt farming practices and profit-driven produce sales in Auroville. Uncover the reality of volunteers and Aurovilians having to bear the burden of paying for food and essential amenities. Dive into the challenges faced by the Auroville institution, which has struggled to achieve self-sustainability and has instead become a vehicle for corrupt enrichment through donations. Join us as we shed light on these critical issues in our latest video. The Auroville Foundation seems to be streamlining these practices now.

*** The current management of Por Tous has been charging less on the products for the past one and a half years...so things are being looked into and changing. 🌸

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31/03/2024

Discover the truth behind corrupt farming practices and profit-driven produce sales in Auroville. Uncover the reality of volunteers and Aurovilians having to bear the burden of paying for food and essential amenities. Dive into the challenges faced by the Auroville institution, which has struggled to achieve self-sustainability and has instead become a vehicle for corrupt enrichment through donations. Join us as we shed light on these critical issues in our latest video. The Auroville Foundation seems to be streamlining these practices now.

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Discover the truth behind corrupt farming practices and profit-driven produce sales in Auroville. Uncover the reality of volunteers and Aurovilians having to...

25/03/2024

Since the release of the Enquiry Committee Report in 2019, Auroville has been undergoing significant transformations. The Auroville Foundation has implemented numerous administrative reforms in response to the findings. In a bid to shed light on the current state of affairs, emails detailing concerns was dispatched to government offices, and in an exclusive video, its contents will be explained in plain language.

Allegations of extensive corruption, including donation fraud, shell trusts, lobbying, provision of false evidence, and the legitimization of ill-gotten gains, alongside questionable land dealings, have surfaced. Join us as we delve into the depths of Auroville's current standing amidst these allegations.

** Sorry about the Summer Heat ! & the disturbance in some portions of the video ***

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Internal Audit, Enquiry Report 2019, Manipulation of accounts
4:50 - Aurovilian lobbies for visa violations
6:29 - Legal Framework of Auroville, modus operandi of Legitimising ill-gained wealth
8:37 - Saving themselves in the name of rescuing small offenders
10:10 - Working Committees have people alleged of donation fraud, facilitating vested interests
11:50 - Illicit Economy of Auroville Land Matters & Criminal Gangs
14:06 - Central Information Commission, Opaque RTI responses, changes in words and online websites
15:22 - Central Bureau of Investigation & Auroville
16:51 - Personal Attacks, False Evidence, Threats for excreting my Fundamental Duties of COI 51-A ( The Auroville Files )
20:15 - Prayer

Links & Related Articles:

Enquiry Committee Report 2019:https://www.aurovillefiles.in/_files/ugd/f5b0b3_9b1bbda4acec4ab488ed13c7fe98b8cf.pdf

Internal Audit Report:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/the-ministry-of-education-audits-state-of-auroville-2024

Donation Frauds:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/foreign-donation-to-purchase-lands-in-india-auroville

Central Information Commission: https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/judgement-copy-central-information-commission

Emails from Aurovilians:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/french-journalist-lobbies-with-nia-prime-minister-s-office-home-secretary-auroville

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23/03/2024

Since the release of the Enquiry Committee Report in 2019, Auroville has been undergoing significant transformations. The Auroville Foundation has implemented numerous administrative reforms in response to the findings. In a bid to shed light on the current state of affairs, emails detailing concerns was dispatched to government offices, and in an exclusive video, its contents will be explained in plain language.

Allegations of extensive corruption, including donation fraud, shell trusts, lobbying, provision of false evidence, and the legitimization of ill-gotten gains, alongside questionable land dealings, have surfaced. Join us as we delve into the depths of Auroville's current standing amidst these allegations.

* Sorry about the Summer Heat ! & the disturbance in some portions of the audio **

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Internal Audit, Enquiry Report 2019, Manipulation of accounts
4:50 - Aurovilian lobbies for visa violations
6:29 - Legal Framework of Auroville, modus operandi of Legitimising ill-gained wealth
8:37 - Saving themselves in the name of rescuing small offenders
10:10 - Working Committees have people alleged of donation fraud, facilitating vested interests
11:50 - Illicit Economy of Auroville Land Matters & Criminal Gangs
14:06 - Central Information Commission, Opaque RTI responses, changes in words and online websites
15:22 - Central Bureau of Investigation & Auroville
16:51 - Personal Attacks, False Evidence, Threats for excreting my Fundamental Duties of COI 51-A ( The Auroville Files )
20:15 - Prayer

Links & Related Articles:

Enquiry Committee Report 2019: https://www.aurovillefiles.in/_files/...

Internal Audit Report:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/th...

Donation Frauds:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/fo...

Central Information Commission: https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/ju...

Emails from Aurovilians:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/fr...

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Since the release of the Enquiry Committee Report in 2019, Auroville has been undergoing significant transformations. The Auroville Foundation has implemente...

21/03/2024

Auroville Today 🌸

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14/03/2024

Auroville and the Modi Government

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A bit from an interview with on the Auroville Files, current government, and new India. The whole video is coming soon...Follow: www.aurovillef...

05/03/2024

Shutting the Truth - The Auroville Files

The previous working committees and mafia tried to shut down our channels, so the truth is not known to the public - Twitter, Facebook, Website, Emailers and tried to attack our YouTube channel as well.

They did this by stating "Auroville" which belongs to nobody in particular as per the Charter, which has a pin code - 605101, an upcoming city in India that is wordmark/ trademarked to them! This is how low they would fall to hide the facts from coming out.

This letter from the Auroville Foundation explains everything.

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01/03/2024

This is my story, the beginning - Auroville, The Great Adventure

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Narrating my story in Auroville from 2014 is an overwhelming task, hence I decided to put a series of short videos, Matrimandir & I. This is my story through...

26/02/2024

Auroville Audit Findings: Salient from Internal Audit Report (44 pages) dated 22nd June 2022 issued by the Internal Audit Wing of the Principal Chief Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India

1. Trusts audited and the period covered

The Internal Audit Wing of the Office of Pr CCA conducted an internal of Auroville Foundation from 18th to 29th April 2022 and the period covered was from 1st April 2016 to 31st March 2021. Records of only a few Trusts which were mainly utilizing Govt. of India grants could be verified by Audit. The observations and suggestions given in the report are based on the discussions with various functionaries of the Foundation Secretariat and a few Trusts.

2. Resistance to adhere to rules

The Auroville Foundation has 34 Trusts and 800 Units functioning independently under these Trusts. It is a unique, very complex, and complicated system. All these organisations feel that they are independent/sovereign and are reluctant to adhere to the rules and regulations of the Central Govt. for its activities and also abide by the laws of the land in general.

3. Appropriating common land for personal use

Many Aurovilians have been nominated as custodians by the Foundation for assets such as land/buildings etc. Some of these custodians have constructed bungalows and fenced acres of land around them as if it were their personal property. The situation should be changed on priority by the Foundation.

4. Poor maintenance of buildings, landscapes and other facilities in the campus

It is seen that many buildings on the campus are in dilapidated condition and the maintenance of the buildings is poor. Some buildings were found abandoned.

5. Irregularity in engagement of Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountants were engaged by the Foundation without inviting competitive bids from the firms. There was no Contract agreed between the Foundation and the CA Firm. The CA submitted bills according to his convenience without any justification for the hefty fees charged by them. The last bill dated 4th March 2021 for Rs. 5 lakhs was from the CA Firm KNSRG Associates. In the future therefore it needs to be ensured that services of CAs are hired on a competitive basis and a comprehensive contract is signed with the selected firm at the outset.

6. Unauthorised use of Govt. vehicle for personal use by Under Secretary P.R Srinivasa Murthy

It is noticed that P.R. Srinivasa Murthy, Under Secretary of the Foundation has been using govt. vehicle since 15th October 2017 for commuting to the office and residence and back and for other personal use and for himself and his family. The log book maintained in respect of the vehicle has not been signed or initialled by any official. The daily run varies between 7 to 70 kms. The extra financial burden on the salary of the driver and fuel cost and maintenance of the vehicle may be worked out and recovered from Shri P.R. Srinivasa Murthy under intimation to audit.

7. Security

The township is spread over 3800 acres and there is a daily movement of about 10,000 people within the complex. In addition, thousands of visitors also come to the township. There is no proper fencing of the campus and entry is possible from several points. Proper security is essential to secure the campus and should be done by hiring a firm to provide security on a competitive basis.

8. Non-finalization of annual accounts from 2019-20 onwards by Comptroller & Auditor General

The Comptroller and Auditor General (C & AG) pointed out many inconsistencies and improper reporting in the annual accounts of 2018-19 and previous years and asked the Foundation to carry out necessary corrections. The Chartered Accountants responsible for carrying out the corrections did not rectify the errors. The C&AG citing the errors did not audit the Annual Accounts for the financial years 2019-20 and 2020-21. The Foundation therefore could not place the Annual Accounts in the Parliament as stipulated in the Act.

9. Non-deduction of TDS and evasion of tax by the Foundation

Auroville Foundation is a Society as defined in the West Bengal Societies Registration Act 1931. The Trusts and Units under Auroville misunderstood the privilege and do not deduct TDS on payments made to contractors, suppliers, and service providers. As per the Act, the Foundation is exempted from paying income tax but liable to pay TDS as per rules on payments made by it and remit them to the govt. account.

10. GST evasion

The Trusts and Units under Auroville do not levy GST on the products manufactured and sold by them and services rendered by them. This amounts to tax evasion and rendering undue benefits to customers. The majority of the beneficiaries are Aurovilians and Friends of Aurovilians.

11. Evasion of Income Tax by the individuals on their income from Units and Trusts

The individuals who get a salary, the share of profit, fees, etc. avoid paying income tax because TDS as applicable are not deducted from them and the income tax returns as an employer are not filed.

12. Strong possibility of Turnover of Trusts/Units being under reported

The average turnover of Auroville Foundation is around Rs. 325 crores only which appears less considering the magnitude and size of the activities by the Trusts and Units. There is no system to assess and ensure the actual income of units and trusts.
13. Misuse of Govt. of India grants in aid funds by Trusts
The Foundation Secretariat releases funds from Grant-in-aid from GoI to various Trusts. The Trusts in turn utilise the funds without adhering to the terms and conditions of Grants-in-aid and without following rules and procedures for utilisation of Govt. Grants.

14. Advance payments to contractors, suppliers and service providers

The entire estimated expenditure is paid to contractors, suppliers and service providers by different Trusts and entities in the Foundation. This amounts to undue advantages to them and they don’t have to invest their money. Advances can be given in exceptional circumstances only as per conditions laid down in GFRs (General Financial Rules).

15. Investments, cash in hand and fixed deposits by various entities are not verified

The Foundation has hundreds of crores of rupees in the form of investments, cash, bank balances, and FDs. The Foundation has never verified the existence of these.

16. Violation of rules in the ex*****on of works

Annually about Rs. 11 crores were being spent on civil works from GoI grants on various projects of Auroville without inviting tenders. None of the projects followed the tendering process.

17. Bharat Nivas Trust did not adhere to Govt. of India Rules and Regulations

Bharat Nivas Trust should have adhered to Govt. Of India Rules and Regulations while constructing Swagatham Guest House utilizing Grant in aid from Govt. Of India.

18. Substandard quality of steel used in construction of staff quarters by SAIIER

In general, it is alleged/noticed that the estimates approved by the Project Ex*****on Committee (PEC) staff contain first-grade steel reinforcement bars but while executing the construction work has been carried out with inferior quality steel bars. In addition, these steel reinforcement bars are monitored and approved by the staff of PEC which leaves nearly Rs. 9 per Kg of steel as excess fraudulent billing through submitting RA bills. The integrity of PEC staff is under question along with the Aurovilians involved in the project.

19. Extension of undue favours to Dr. Kothandaraman who certified the Estimates

Technical sanction was accorded to Humanscape Projects by Dr. Kothandaraman, Professor, Dept. Of Civil Engg, Pondicherry Engineering College in his individual capacity and not in his official capacity. Therefore the validity of the certificates issued, their reliability, and sustainability are questionable. In the absence of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Pondicherry Engineering College and the Foundation, there is no accountability and it is not binding which amounts to an extension of undue favours to Dr. Kothandaraman who certified the estimates.

20. Violations of rules in procurement

Auroville Foundation Secretariat purchased computers, furniture, fittings, and other office items costing Rs. 48.88 lakhs from the open market instead of from GeM and the e-procurement portal. They also purchased an Innova (Crysta) vehicle at the cost of Rs. 14.57 lakhs in 2016 in violation of instructions of the Department of Expenditure.

21. Establishment matters, stock management and physical verification

Financial upgradation as per the MACP scheme was not given to many of the regular staff working in the Auroville Foundation office. Service books have not been maintained properly. Physical verification of fixed assets has not been done.

22. Enforcement of rules prescribed by Govt. Of India have started taking effect

With the joining of the incumbent Secretary of Auroville Foundation in July 2021 checks and balances and enforcement of rules prescribed by Govt. Of India have started taking effect.

23. Secretariat of the Secretary may be strengthened

The Secretariat of the Secretariat may be strengthened by posting additional officers on deputation from state/central govt.

24. A study to be conducted of the Foundation function/structure by a professional agency

A professional consulting agency needs to be engaged to study the functions and structure of the Foundation and come out with suggestions to streamline the systems. The number of trusts operating within the system needs to be reduced. This will facilitate both administrative and financial re-sizing of the organisation and eliminate a number of activities that may have sprung up over the years and are out of line with the objectives of the organisation.

25. If the suggestions listed above are followed the Auroville Foundation can evolve to a highly successful and impressive entity

Auroville Foundation is an organisation of international repute and is recognised as the first and only internationally endorsed as the first and only ongoing experiment in human unity and transformation of consciousness. It is also concerned with sustainable living and the future cultural, environmental, social, and spiritual needs of mankind. It is an experiment in which India has a considerable stake and should therefore be well managed, efficient, and effective entity.

It is only in the recent past that an attempt has been made to bring it on track and eliminate the deleterious effect of control by vested interests. If the suggestions listed above are followed the Auroville Foundation can evolve into a highly successful and impressive entity.

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26/02/2024

Our Aim: Criminal action on the nexus running , abolish tyranny, annex assets, dissolve all trusts.

23/02/2024

Aadhaar of many Aurovilians have been deactivated. Auroville's future is being written, history rewritten.

22/02/2024

The Ministry of Education, Union of India on audit and state of affairs in Auroville. The following is the response to our PIL WP 5961/2020 in the Madras High Court.

Article:
https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/the-ministry-of-education-audits-state-of-auroville-2024

The following is the response by the Union of India, represented by the Ministry of Education, in our public interest litigation WP 5961/2020 in the Madras High Court. Almost everything that has been cited by the Auroville Files since 2017 is noted, while the following is also just the 'tip of the i...

20/02/2024

The actual problem with Aurovillagers is supramental ego, no knowledge, no ethics & cult brainwashing.

17/02/2024

Auroville in South India, is a classic example of a failed utopia, what we see now is Dystopia

13/02/2024

For the first time in history, an internal audit was done by the Auroville Foundation. Findings in comments.

01/02/2024

Undue enrichment, no law, no governance. This has been Auroville's reality so far. However, in 2019, the Government of India decided to take action. This explains the economic humbug in Auroville, not adhering to what the Mother herself envisioned. It includes office correspondence between the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Auroville Foundation. PMO India

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17/01/2024

Auroville's Profiteering for the Elite & its Spiritual Ideals.

From 2019-2023, it is said that many ill-gained wealth and businesses were legitimized. Let's find out how Auroville has derailed from its objectives so far.

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https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/auroville-s-profiteering-for-the-elite-and-its-spiritual-ideals

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Auroville, renowned as an experimental township rooted in spiritual ideals, has found itself grappling with economic disparities that undermine its original vision. In this comprehensive exploration, we shed light on the dichotomy between the privileged elite and those striving for basic livelihood....

16/01/2024

The Biggest Con so Far was that Auroville is above law and nation!



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Auroville Foundation notified "Auroville Foundation (Framework for Selection of Working Committee) Regulations, 2024" on 12th January 2024...

16/01/2024

Goodbye Corrupt Entry Groups of . The Government of India regularises Auroville's entry abolishing decades of prejudice.

15/01/2024

What will be?
A haven for the mafia / what the Mother envisioned?

13/01/2024

Unveiling the Auroville Dream | RTI Response 2

Do read the next RTI on "Oath of Transparency", task forces, and Minutes of Meetings of the previous Governing Board.

https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/rti-response-2-unveiling-the-dream-of-auroville

As we are aware that Auroville is now trying to follow law and order and address all the issues in Auroville, let us look at an RTI response that will show how the past is being erased slowly. The replies are not coherent with the questions asked RTI reply 2: Auroville Foundation AFOUN/R/2019/50014....

11/01/2024

Unveiling the Dream | RTI Response 1 | Auroville

The RTIs filed during The Auroville Files' investigative journey from 2019 onwards have now yielded responses, offering a comprehensive insight into the past, present, and potential future of Auroville.

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https://www.aurovillefiles.in/post/unveiling-the-dream-rti-responses-1-auroville

The journey of the Auroville Files was not only to highlight the wrongdoings of the Auroville institution to the public, but we were also meticulously following up the Auroville Foundation with numerous Right to Information Act appeals ( RTI ). After the enquiry committee report recommending CBI, ED...

10/01/2024

Unmasking the entire spiritual institution of since 1973, The Auroville Files India has been instrumental in bringing the Mother's vision and Dream back to our sacred land.
In this journey, I filed multiple RTIs with the Auroville Foundation, which has all the answers to what Auroville was and is now.
Some replies are just comical, and so are some of my questions because the Aurovillagers led a life of dreams, fooling the world so far.
Let's unravel, the good, the bad, and the ugly, so that Auroville may spring boldy towards future realizations. Have your popcorn ready, reading these official replies will give you many answers to this mystical place so far.

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07/01/2024

Theatrics, sinister deeds, and psycho behavior of Auro-Villagers | A concise Trees of Auroville story |

a) The public of the world has donated to Auroville for the implementation of the gazetted master plan. Yes, the same plan they have in their brochures, walls, and a miniature in the town Hall. Although purposely to make their own Disney land, some of the puppet masters planted trees and constructed houses in the way of the Masterplan, so that they could have their happy enclave. These matters predate 1988 when some foreigners approached the Government to have their own kingdom.

b) Foot soldiers were hired or enticed, the youth mainly who have a lot to lose, because their party center - Youth Centre was constructed on the way of the Crown Road. Most who protested had things to lose, along with the ex-spokesperson of the Resident Assembly who had her house built on the way.

c) All the Shepherds, leading the Sheep were embroiled in land and economic offenses and did not want Government interference in their main money churners.

d) Youth had a gala time at night, and law and order issues were created against public officers, and JCB owners who were hired to do their legitimate duties. Free Pizza and beverages were provided to the Sheep by the Shepherds.

e) Good photo op, some Oscar-winning theatrics, and having reserve corpus of hoarded funds, the puppet masters fueled cases, social media blasts and media releases to paint another picture of their sinister deeds.

f) The Supreme Court stayed the NGT verdict, aware of the deep-rooted nexus of the puppet masters.

Our Government has been very lenient so far, although the responsibility of Auroville in its entirety falls upon the Republic of India. We must appreciate the public officers, the people who withstood the humbug and crowds of attackers, and yet stood strong paving the way for a new Dawn. Bravo & Thank you!

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