There are many people reading this forum. POV performs a valuable service by showing those readers the mind of a premie.

On this issue, if people are convinced that it doesn't matter if Rawat smokes and drinks while offering an answer to the discontent that leads people to smoke and drink, then they are welcome to follow, or continue to follow, him. Those, like me, who think his actions and his offer are incompatible, are able to make a better informed choice. The discussions here help people make an informed choice.

One thing POV has further confirmed (although he could not deny it) is that Rawat smokes and drinks. This confirmation itself from a premie may deter some waverers.