While lakhs of Naga Sadhus are busy in their sadhana in Prayagraj Mahakumbh, Gangapuri Maharaj attracts everyone’s attention with his specialty and attraction. His three feet height and unique personality have become a cause of curiosity for people. Gangapuri Maharaj, a revered Naga saint of Juna Akhara, is associated with the Kamakhya Peeth of Assam. While other devotees are coming to take a bath in the Ganga, Gangapuri Maharaj has not yet taken a bath in the Ganga. Due to his height, people also call him ‘Chhotu Baba’ or ‘Tiny Baba’, but he is not at all disappointed about it. Are not.
He believes that his short height is his strength, which makes him special among people. He is 57 years old, and he says that his short height makes him different from the crowd, which makes people excited to see him.
Haven’t bathed for 32 years
Gangapuri Maharaj has not taken bath for the last 32 years. He has a special resolution behind this, which he is dedicated to fulfill. Although he does not tell much about this resolution, he says that when this resolution is fulfilled, he will first take a dip in the Kshipra river. He believes that purity is more of the mind than the body, and that is why he practices meditation in crematoriums and solitude.
‘Chhotu Baba’ came to Mahakumbh
Gangapuri Maharaj has come to Mahakumbh for the first time this year. This is the reason why no special camp has been allotted to them yet. Sometimes he stays in the camp of one saint and sometimes in the camp of another. He hopes that the Chief Minister of UP will provide facilities and camps for the saints.
Chhotu Baba’s unique knowledge
Gangapuri Maharaj’s personality is attractive not only for his height but also for his unique knowledge. There is always a crowd of people gathering for his darshan. Even though he is physically small, his words are very deep and informative. His unique appearance in Mahakumbh has become a special experience for everyone.
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