Sadhana refutes the allegations and says that the breakaway faction hasn’t even visited the resort since its revamp. Amrito is at pains to explain why the makeover has not diluted the spiritual focus. “This impression is only held by those who have not attended the evening meeting where hundreds and hundreds of people sit in complete silence for the discourse and meditation. The scene is indescribable. The survival of this place depends on this daily gathering. Without it, it’s just another resort. With it, it’s the most unique thing in the world—a meditation resort,” he says.
As the sound of laughter and music ripples outwards, a question remains. What would Osho have made of it? The piercing eyes hold no answer.