In the quaint village of Kharauli, nestled within the Bahadurpur development block of Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi district, a vibrant lad adorned in saffron attire, skillfully playing the ‘Sarangi,’ made a triumphant return to his roots after an absence of 22 years, embracing the esteemed title of a ‘Sanyasi’ or Monk. The moment of recognition by the villagers evoked unparalleled joy, leaving an indelible mark on the otherwise tranquil village.
A viral video circulating the digital realms captures the compelling narrative of this monk’s life journey. Rewind to 2002 in the bustling lanes of New Delhi, where a family from Amethi, distraught over the mysterious disappearance of their ten-year-old son, endured relentless searches that yielded no fruitful results. The whereabouts of the child remained shrouded in uncertainty, casting a veil of perpetual worry over his family.
Remarkably, the prodigal son resurfaced in his native village, donned in the sacred vestments of a ‘Sanyasi.’ The family, initially taken aback, soon identified him through the telltale surgical marks adorning his stomach. The revelation prompted an urgent notification to the parents residing in New Delhi, who hastily embarked on a journey to reunite with their long-lost progeny.
However, the reunion took an unexpected turn, as the monk elucidated that his visit was not driven by familial bonds but rather by the imperative of a religious rite. Embedded in the tradition of ‘Yogis’ or monks, a pivotal ritual mandates the reception of alms from one’s mother, symbolizing the transition into monkhood.
The father’s eyes, upon sighting his estranged son, welled up with tears, a poignant testament to the emotional gravity of the moment. Yet, when the monk, seeking alms from his mother, faced a heartfelt refusal, the narrative swayed towards a bittersweet trajectory. The mother, in her steadfast desire for familial togetherness, implored him to stay. However, the monk, resolute in his chosen path, rebuffed the entreaties and returned to the sanctity of his contemplative abode.