IIT Baba, formerly known as Abhay Singh, a distinguished IIT Mumbai alumnus, has issued a heartfelt plea for his son to return home. Abhay, now a saint gaining attention at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, left his family to embrace spirituality, and his father, Karan Grewal, acknowledges the challenges of his possible return.
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Karan Grewal, a lawyer practicing in Jhajjar Court, shared his mixed feelings, recalling Abhay’s extraordinary academic achievements. From excelling in local schools to preparing for IIT in Delhi, Abhay displayed brilliance early on. After being admitted to IIT Mumbai, he pursued a Master’s degree in Designing and worked with prestigious firms in Delhi and Canada.
Despite earning approximately Rs 3 lakh monthly in Canada, Abhay grappled with depression, which eventually led him to seek deeper meaning in life. Dissatisfied with the corporate world, he returned to India to explore spirituality. During winters, he traveled extensively to places such as Manali, Shimla, and Haridwar, further delving into his spiritual quest.
Abhay’s transformation into IIT Baba has made him a focal point at the Kumbh Mela. Part of the Shri Panchdashnam Juna Akhara, he has renounced his former identity as an aerospace engineer and embraced the ascetic life. Grewal’s last interaction