Controversial self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, facing allegations of sexual abuse of a minor, has sought more time from Jodhpur Police to appear before it for questioning.       

The police is yet to take any decision on his request. "We have not yet received Asaram's application in this regard. The team bearing this application is yet to arrive in Jodhpur and before going through that request, we cannot say anything," DCP Ajay Pal Lamba said.        

Asaram was served the summon at his Indore ashram yesterday, in which he was asked to appear before the investigating officer at Jodhpur latest by 30 August.        

While receiving the summon, Asaram had told the team that he had various pre-decided religious fixtures lined up till September 19, and would not be able to appear for interrogation till then. The team had then sought a written request in this regard.