Samachar Parivartan alleges non-payment for year-long newspaper service; police complaint filed after failed settlement attempts
Bengaluru | The Aryavarth Express Bureau
A simmering dispute between Samachar Parivartan, a Hindi weekly, and Maheshwari Sabha Bengaluru has now escalated into a full-fledged legal confrontation. The publication has accused the Sabha of withholding subscription dues despite receiving regular newspaper deliveries for over a year — a matter that has now reached the police.
The 2018 Subscription Agreement
According to Samachar Parivartan, the controversy dates back to 2018, when the then committee of Maheshwari Sabha Bengaluru subscribed to the weekly newspaper for all its 1,118 members. The Sabha reportedly shared the complete list of members via email and requested the publication to initiate weekly deliveries.
The newspaper claims that it honoured the request and dispatched copies to all registered members for more than a year. However, when payment was sought, the Sabha allegedly began to delay and deflect responsibility, citing changes in its managing committee.
From Repeated Requests to Legal Notice
Despite “multiple reminders and personal follow-ups” from the newspaper’s side, no payment was made. In 2025, Samachar Parivartan issued a legal notice demanding the pending subscription amount along with interest.
In what the publication terms a “mockery of accountability,” the Sabha allegedly responded saying that the newspaper had been sent “free of cost” — a claim the publication has dismissed as baseless and absurd.
Following this exchange, Samachar Parivartan’s legal team has now filed a formal police complaint, and sources indicate that further civil proceedings are likely to follow.
“Moral Responsibility Lost,” Says Parivartan Team
Speaking to Parivartan News, a senior member of the publication’s team said:
“It’s deeply disappointing that a reputed social organization like Maheshwari Sabha would refuse to honour a legitimate commitment. This isn’t just about money — it’s about ethics and credibility.”
The publication maintains that its goal is not confrontation but accountability within community institutions.
“We are exposing those who exploit the society’s name for personal convenience and fail to uphold transparency. Truth and justice will prevail,” the team added.
What Lies Ahead
Legal experts suggest that if the Sabha is unable to justify its stand, it could face both financial and reputational consequences. The issue has sparked debate within community circles about ethical governance and the growing lack of transparency in social organizations.
The Maheshwari Sabha Bengaluru has yet to issue an official statement regarding the allegations.
