Bageshwar Dham and Premanand Maharaj
Bageshwar Dham is a religious/spiritual centre located in Gadha village, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. bageshwardhamsarkar.org+2Bageshwar Dham+2
It is led by Pujya Gurudev Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, who is considered the Peethadhishwar of Bageshwar Dham. Bageshwar Dham+3Bageshwar Dham+3bageshwardhamsarkar.org+3
The Dham is known for its darbars, kathas (spiritual discourses), Anapurna Rasoi (feeding the needy), Gurukul, and various social welfare works. Devotees come regularly for blessings, petition “Arzi” in the darbar etc. bageshwardhamsarkar.org+2Bageshwar Dham+2
Premanand Ji Maharaj is a spiritual leader based in Vrindavan (Radha Kelikunj Ashram). Bhaskar English+1
Recently, it is reported that his health has been fragile. He is undergoing medical treatments including dialysis (for kidney disease) and has reduced ability to travel/do long tours. punjabkesari+2TV9 Bharatvarsh+2
Meeting: Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri (of Bageshwar Dham) recently visited Vrindavan, specifically to the Radha Kelikunj Ashram, to meet Premanand Maharaj. During this visit, Shastri draped a stole over himself, prostrated, sought blessings, and also inquired about Maharaj’s health. punjabkesari+3Bhaskar English+3mp.punjabkesari.in+3
Purpose / Conversations: They discussed spiritual and social matters. Shastri also invited Premanand Maharaj to participate in a “Sanatan Hindu Ekta” foot-march (padyatra) from Delhi to Vrindavan. Bhaskar English
Public Reaction / Emotion: The meeting is portrayed in media as warm, respectful. The environment reportedly was emotional, especially because of concern over Premanand Maharaj’s health. Shastri’s sudden visit was seen by many as a gesture of solidarity.