Story of great saints who left engineering and took the path of asceticism

IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) is known for its excellent academic achievements, research, and attractive packages offered to students. But in recent times, Abhay Singh, popularly known as IIT Baba, has made this prestigious institute the center of spiritual discussion.

However, Abhay Singh is not the only one who chose the path of asceticism and spirituality after obtaining a degree from a top institute like IIT. Let us know about those unique saints and sages who gave up material success and took the path of spiritual satisfaction.

1. Gaurang Das (IIT Bombay)

• education background:
  • Graduate in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay.
• Spiritual Journey:
  • Adopted spiritual life by joining ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness).
  • His presence on social media makes him an inspiring personality.
• Major Contribution:
  • Wrote many books and gave the message of Bhagavad Gita and Krishna Bhakti to millions of people.

2. Abhay Singh (IIT Bombay)

• education background:
  • Graduate in Aeronautical Engineering from IIT Bombay.
• Spiritual Transformation:
  • Left a high paying job in Canada and took the path of retirement.
  • Recently he has become famous by the name of IIT Baba.

3. Acharya Prakashant (IIT Delhi)

• education background:
  • Engineering degree from IIT Delhi.
• Spiritual Contribution:
  • Left corporate career to become a renowned spiritual guide.
  • Wrote many books based on deep questions of life.

4. Sanket Parikh (IIT Bombay)

• education background:
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay.
• spiritual life:
  • Left a successful career in America and adopted Jain Sannyasa.
  • His life is a symbol of Jain philosophy, spiritual practice, and penance.

5. Mahan MJ (IIT Kanpur)

• education background:
  • Graduate from IIT Kanpur and PhD from UCLA.
• Spiritual Achievement:
  • Saints of Ramakrishna Math.
  • Contribution to Tata Institute of Fundamental Research as Professor of Mathematics.
  • Important research in hyperbolic geometry and geometric group theory.

6. Swami Mukundananda (IIT Delhi)

• education background:
  • Alumni of IIT Delhi.
• Spiritual Contribution:
  • Establishment of Jagadguru Krishnapalji Yoga.
  • Wrote books on yoga, meditation, and spirituality.
  • Organizes spiritual and wellness programs globally.

7. Aviral Jain (IIT BHU)

• education background:
  • Degree in Computer Science from IIT BHU.
• Spiritual Journey:
  • Left his job at Walmart and took the path of Jain asceticism.
  • Devoted himself to meditation and penance.

8. Swami Vidyanath Nand (IIT Kanpur)

• education background:
  • Graduate from IIT Kanpur and PhD from UCLA.
• Spiritual Contribution:
  • Joined the Ramakrishna Math and devoted himself to Vedanta and service work.
  • His message of life is based on physical and spiritual balance.

9. Sanyas Maharaj (IIT graduate)

• Spiritual Contribution:
  • After studying engineering from IIT, he took the path of retirement.
  • His teachings are based on inner peace and self-realization.