Chief Priest of Ayodhya Ram Temple Acharya Satyendra Das Dies
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Synopsis
Acharya Satyendra Das, aged 85, the respected chief priest of the Ayodhya Ram Temple, passed away following a severe brain stroke. He was receiving treatment at SGPGI hospital in Lucknow. His demise is mourned by many, including Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, marking a significant loss for the spiritual community.
Key Takeaways
- Acharya Satyendra Das passed away at 85.
- He suffered from a brain stroke and had other health issues.
- CM Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to him.
- He was the longest-serving chief priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.
- Acharya Das was known for his approachability and insights on the Ram Temple movement.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (NationPress) Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Ayodhya Ram Temple, has sadly passed away on Wednesday at the age of 85.
He was receiving treatment at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) hospital in Lucknow after experiencing a brain stroke. His disciple, Pradeep Das, confirmed the news of his death.
As per the hospital's official statement, he was admitted to the neurology ward's HDU on February 3 in a critical state. He had also been managing diabetes and high blood pressure.
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, paid his respects to the chief priest.
"The passing of Acharya Shri Satyendra Kumar Das Ji Maharaj, a devoted follower of Lord Ram and the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya Dham, is profoundly sad and represents an irreparable loss to the spiritual community. We pray for the departed soul's peace and strength for his disciples and followers during this difficult time. Om peace!" CM Yogi expressed in a post on X.
Having served as the chief priest for decades, Acharya Satyendra Das was highly respected in Ayodhya and beyond. He was present at the temporary Ram temple in 1992 during the demolition of the Babri Masjid.
Born into a life dedicated to devotion, Acharya Das embarked on his spiritual journey at the young age of 20. He was affiliated with the Nirvani Akhara, one of the significant religious sects in Ayodhya. He was known for his approachability and often provided insights to journalists regarding the Ram Temple movement and related developments in Ayodhya.
His passing signifies the end of an era, marking him as the longest-serving chief priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.
