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    Home / News / India News / 'IITian Baba' at Maha Kumbh, left science for spirituality
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    'IITian Baba' at Maha Kumbh, left science for spirituality
    Abhay Sigh, aka IITian Baba, studied aerospace engineering at IIT Bombay

    'IITian Baba' at Maha Kumbh, left science for spirituality

    By Snehil Singh
    Jan 14, 2025
    01:29 pm

    What's the story

    Abhay Singh, aka the "IITian Baba," has emerged as one of the stars of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

    The world's largest religious festival is home to several babas, from Naga Babas to Aghori Sadhus. But it is Singh's presence that is taking the internet by storm, thanks to his unique combination of spirituality and academic excellence.

    Spiritual transition

    Singh's academic background and journey to spirituality

    In an interview with CNN News18, Singh revealed he studied aerospace engineering at IIT Bombay. The revelation left the interviewer momentarily speechless.

    When asked about his transition to spirituality, Singh described it as "the best stage," adding a continuous pursuit of knowledge led him down this path.

    He further shared he was born in Haryana and spent four years studying at IIT Bombay before pursuing a master's in design.

    Philosophical pursuit

    Singh's philosophical exploration during academic studies

    During his academic days, Singh explored philosophy to understand the meaning of life.

    "You look for the meaning of life. Even while I was studying engineering, I took philosophy courses - Post Modernism, Socrates, Plato - to understand what is the meaning of life," he said.

    This exchange between Singh and the interviewer has now gone viral on social media, with many users lauding him for choosing knowledge over wealth.

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