Meet India’s unique babas – from an IIT alum turned monk to a 3-year-old ascetic living with divine wisdom.
A former aerospace engineering student from IIT Bombay, IITian Baba left his promising career to pursue spiritual enlightenment.
Hailing from Ujjain, Radhe Puri Baba has kept his right hand raised for 14 years
Silent for over 40 years, this baba survives on tea and dedicates his time to inspiring students. Through WhatsApp, he offers free IAS coaching to aspirants.
Once a U.S. military soldier named Michael, Baba Mokshpuri from New Mexico embraced Sanatan Dharma and now devotes his life to spiritual pursuits.
Known for his saffron-colored vintage Ambassador car, this baba travels across India in his iconic vehicle, spreading spiritual messages wherever he goes.
Standing at just 3 feet 8 inches, Lilliput Baba hasn’t bathed for 32 years. His presence at the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh draws curiosity and reverence from attendees.
Amarjeet, Hailing from Sonbhadra, known as Anaaj Wale Baba, grows wheat, millet, and gram plants on his head.
Geetananda Giri Baba wears 45 kg of rudraksha beads, totaling over 2 lakh pieces. For 12 years, his attire has been a dedication to Sanatan Dharma.
Mahant Rajpuri Ji Maharaj, or Kabootar Wale Baba, attends religious gatherings with a pigeon perched on his head, symbolizing peace and harmony
At just 3.5 years old, Shravan Puri Baba of Juna Akhara was entrusted to his gurus by his parents. He now spends his days immersed in spiritual practice.