Video of Mahakumbh's 'Dove Baba' went viral, has been roaming around carrying people on his head for 9 years

Pigeon-headed Baba: An interesting scene is currently being seen in the Mahakumbh of Prayagraj, which has become increasingly viral on social media. There is a Baba here, whom people know as 'Pigeon Baba'. This Baba has been keeping a pigeon sitting on his head for the last 9 years and this strange tradition of his has now become a topic of discussion. The video of Pigeon Baba is going viral on social media and people are curious about his unique story.

The name of Pigeon Baba is Mahant Rajpuri Ji Maharaj and he is associated with Juna Akhara. The pigeon living with him is also not an ordinary pigeon, rather it has established a relationship with him for the last 9 years. Baba believes that this pigeon is a symbol of love and compassion, which gives the message of kindness and affection towards all living beings.

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Pigeon Baba reached Maha Kumbh

Pigeon Baba says that his pigeon stays with him all the time, whether he eats, drinks, sleeps or is awake. According to Baba, "Pigeon is a symbol of love and harmony. It teaches compassion and kindness towards all living beings." he adds, "Serving living beings is considered the biggest duty, which I am doing. We should be kind to all living beings and it is our responsibility to take care of them."

Video went viral on social media

A video about this unique experience of Baba is going viral on social media. It can be seen in the video that the pigeon is sitting comfortably on Baba's head. This video is spreading rapidly on social media platforms and has become a topic of discussion among people. The video was first posted on Twitter (X) by an account named @LekhramSah21745, which has now been viewed and shared by thousands of people.

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— Thenilu (@LekhramSah21745) January 17, 2025

Who is Pigeon Baba?

Rajpuri Ji Maharaj, who is the Mahant of Juna Akhara, is famous for his special identity. He believes that the purpose of life is not only for oneself but to serve all living beings. The name of Baba's pigeon is Hari Puri and he says that this pigeon will always be with him, because for him it is not just a bird but like a companion.