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IIT Grad Turned Ascetic Captures Attention at Maha Kumbh Mela

Abhey Singh, a former aerospace engineer, shares his spiritual journey shaped by personal trauma and career shifts, as his family hopes for reconciliation.

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Abhey Singh has earned the moniker of IITian Baba

Overview

  • Abhey Singh, now known as 'IIT Baba,' left a high-paying career in aerospace engineering to embrace a spiritual life.
  • Singh's decision to become a monk was influenced by childhood trauma, including witnessing domestic violence between his parents.
  • He worked in Canada earning ₹36 lakh annually but struggled with depression, prompting him to seek deeper meaning in life.
  • His father, Karan Grewal, revealed that Singh has cut off communication with his family for the past six months, despite their wish for his return.
  • Singh, now a prominent figure at the Maha Kumbh Mela, has stated that his path as a sanyasi is final, prioritizing spirituality over familial ties.