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Bengaluru, Karnataka: A shocking case has left the city stunned: a young software engineer’s life was nearly ruined after he paid a staggering Rs 48 lakh to a self-proclaimed Ayurvedic “guru” who promised to fix his sexual health problems, only to end up with severe kidney damage from toxic herbal concoctions.

The victim, a 29-year-old techie from Shivamogga working in Bengaluru, trusted the roadside healer after spotting a flashy tent near KLE Law College in Ullal.

What followed was a nightmare of escalating payments and life-threatening consequences.

The Terrifying Details That Will Shock You

The “guru,” Vijay Pradhan Chitodiya, also known as Vijay Guruji, claimed that his rare herbs from Haridwar would provide a “permanent cure.”
The engineer was forced to purchase ultra-expensive products, including Devaraj Booti (Rs 1.6 lakh per gram) and Devaraj Rasabooti (Rs 2.6 lakh per gram), as well as special oils, all of which were paid for in cash only.
To raise the money, he borrowed Rs 17 lakh from his family, took a Rs 20 lakh bank loan, and even borrowed Rs 10 lakh from a friend.
After consuming the medicines as instructed, his health worsened dramatically – tests later showed severe kidney damage, which doctors linked directly to the harmful substances.

When the victim questioned the results, the guru allegedly threatened him: “Stop the treatment, and your condition could become life-threatening.”

Police Finally Nab the Accomplice – But The Damage Is Done

In a breakthrough, Jnanabharathi police arrested Manoj Singh Chitodiya, 29, a close associate of Vijay Guruji, on Wednesday.

The prime suspect was apprehended last month in Telangana, following the victim’s complaint in November 2025.

Bengaluru City Police issued a chilling warning:

“These people are not medical practitioners. It is all a lie. We appeal to the public – do not fall for such quacks.”

Police say the duo kept changing locations every 15–30 days to avoid detection, setting up roadside tents to lure desperate customers.

The Bigger Danger: Thousands Could Be Next

Health experts warn that such fraudulent “sexual health gurus” prey on stigma and desperation, selling dangerous, unregulated substances that can cause permanent organ damage.

The victim is now under medical treatment, and authorities are hunting for the shop owner and any remaining accomplices.

This horrifying case serves as a wake-up call – never trust unverified roadside healers, no matter how convincing they may sound.