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October to December 2025 Article ID: NSS9523 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:560 Download: 32 DOI: https://doi.org/ View PDf
The Life and Legacy of Sant Gahira Guru: Social Reform and Spiritual Leadership in Central India
Dr. Ramratan Sahu
Associate Professor (History) Dr. C.V. Raman University, Kargiroad Kota, Bilaspur (C.G.)Malay Ghosh
Research Scholar, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Kargiroad Kota, Bilaspur (C.G.)
Abstract -The figure of Sant Gahira Guru emerges as an important - though not widely documented - spiritual and social reformer in central-India’s tribal / rural landscape. Born in a remote forested area, he built a following of thousands through his spiritual teachings and social work. His life and legacy reflect not only spiritual leadership but also a form of grassroots social reform. In this paper, I analyze the available biographical data about Gahira Guru, his teachings and social impact, his relationship with larger socio-political movements in India, and reflect on the challenges of reconstructing the history of such regional religious figures.In the history of India’s glorious past the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century. However our nation has experienced and witnessed many eras with brighter or darker shades. 19th century had been the golden era. It was the period of renilssance, from challenges to changes, from stagnation to liberty of thoughts and actions. There was a mass awakening all over.
Keywords- spiritual, adjoining, region, Mundekela, religious, mysticism, Devotthan.
