Indore: Spiritual Guide Siyaram Baba Ji Attains Samadhi At 120; Last Rites To Be Held On Narmada Banks | FP Photo
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): In a sorrowful event, the revered saint and spiritual guide in Malwa-Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh, Paramhansa Sadguru Sant Shri Siyaram Baba, attained samadhi at 6:10 am on Wednesday morning on the occasion of Mokshada Ekadashi.
The saint’s last rites will be performed at 4 pm today (December 11) on the banks of the holy Narmada River at Bhatyan Ghat. Devotees and followers are gathering to pay their final respects to the divine soul.
Dignitaries including MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav are expected to attend the same.
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Despite being nearly 110 years old, Baba Ji remained in perfect health and carried out his daily activities independently.
It is said that he devoted his life to serving pilgrims and devotees along the sacred Narmada Parikrama, inspiring countless lives with his simple yet profound teachings.
CM Mohan Yadav expresses grief
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav took to X and expressed grief on the passing away of the saint. He said Baba ji’s passing away is an irreparable loss for the entire saint community and Madhya Pradesh.
Was battling pneumonia
As per other sevadars in the Ashram, Baba had been battling pneumonia for the past few days, which ultimately led to his passing.
Those who were close to Baba said that he was born in the Kathiawar region of Gujarat, Baba devoted his life to spirituality after renouncing worldly attachments at the age of 17.
His significant achievements included standing in silent penance for 10 long consecutive years, which earned him the unwavering affection and admiration of countless followers.
‘Jai Siyaram’ first word after 10 year meditation
After years of silence and intense meditation, the first words he uttered were ‘Jai Siyaram,’ leading people to affectionately call him Siyaram Baba.
He recited the Shri Ramcharitmanas continuously for several decades, creating a vibrant spiritual atmosphere around his ashram where Ram Dhun was perpetually sung.
Baba’s legacy includes extensive charitable donations, amounting to over Rs 25 lakh for temple constructions and community support, illustrating his commitment to serving others.
