Abhinav Arora, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed spiritual orator, popularly known as ‘Bal Sant Baba,’ has recently gone viral on social media. Arora, who shares spirituality-focused content on Instagram, attended a religious event featuring renowned spiritual leader Swami Rambhadracharya. However, a tense interaction between the two has caught the attention of netizens.
The On-Stage Incident: Swami Rambhadracharya’s Intervention
Abhinav arora jiske 9Lakh followers hai Instagram par jo khud ko Indian’s youngster spiritual orator bolta hai, jesko guru ji ne baba bane se phle hi pakad liya
Iss bachche ko ptaa hi nahi hai yeh dono bhagwaan ek hai yah fir alag alag. pic.twitter.com/KjHhZ69yz9— Sagar Pihal (@ScotchHere) October 24, 2024
In the viral video, Abhinav Arora is seen energetically dancing to a spiritual song when Swami Rambhadracharya interrupts, instructing, “Inko neeche kaho jaane ke liye” (Tell him to get off the stage).
Later in the clip, ‘Bal Sant Baba’ returns to the stage with folded hands, posing for photographs. He then proceeds to chant “Raja Ram Chandra bhagwan ki jai” using the swami’s microphone. At this point, Swami Rambhadracharya, visibly agitated, firmly tells the young boy, “Aap pehle neeche jao. Maryada hain meri” (You go down first. It’s my decorum).
Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media
The video has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many praising Swami Rambhadracharya’s discipline and questioning Abhinav’s behavior. Some users directed their criticism towards Abhinav’s father, Tarun Raj Arora, accusing him of coaching his son for fame.
“First time he got the right treatment,” a user commented, while another stated, “Swami Rambhadracharya, though blind, sees through the act better than anyone.” Many echoed similar sentiments, drawing a line between an “authentic guru” and “orchestrated spiritual performance.”
Who Is Abhinav Arora, The ‘Bal Sant Baba’?
Abhinav Arora claims to have started his spiritual journey at the age of three, influenced by his devotion to Hindu deities Shri Ram and Shri Krishna. Now, with a following of nearly a million on Instagram, Abhinav positions himself as India’s youngest spiritual orator. His content features photos with political figures, celebrities, and even Bollywood stars.
Despite his fame, some critics, including YouTube channel ‘Only Desi,’ have questioned the authenticity of his spiritual narrative, suggesting that his father, entrepreneur and speaker Tarun Raj Arora, might be coaching him. Abhinav’s achievements include being honored by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari as India’s youngest spiritual orator.
This incident has sparked a larger conversation on social media about spiritual authenticity and child prodigies in the spotlight. What remains clear is that Abhinav Arora’s journey continues to evoke mixed emotions from the public.
