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Religion
Red Baba Begins Nine-Day Penance Among 401 Pots in Gopalganj, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 04:36 PM
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In Hakam village of Bakunathpur block, Gopalganj, the Red Baba has begun a nine‑day fast, lying amid 401 pots, dedicating his austerity to Bihar’s prosperity and the welfare of the poor.
In the village of Hakam, situated in Bakunathpur block of Gopalganj district, a figure known as Red Baba has commenced a nine‑day penance. The ascetic is lying on the ground surrounded by 401 clay pots, a symbolic arrangement that has drawn attention from locals and visitors alike.
The Red Baba has positioned himself amid the pots, reportedly maintaining a strict fast and meditation routine throughout the nine days. Witnesses say he remains in a meditative state, with minimal movement, while the pots are arranged in a circle around him.
According to the Baba, the austerity is performed for the betterment of Bihar’s prosperity and the welfare of the poor. He has stated that his devotion is aimed at bringing positive change to the state’s socio‑economic conditions.
Local residents have gathered to offer food and prayers, and the village has seen an increase in visitors hoping to seek blessings from the Red Baba. The event has been covered by regional media, highlighting the community’s interest in the spiritual practice.
The Red Baba has positioned himself amid the pots, reportedly maintaining a strict fast and meditation routine throughout the nine days. Witnesses say he remains in a meditative state, with minimal movement, while the pots are arranged in a circle around him.
According to the Baba, the austerity is performed for the betterment of Bihar’s prosperity and the welfare of the poor. He has stated that his devotion is aimed at bringing positive change to the state’s socio‑economic conditions.
Local residents have gathered to offer food and prayers, and the village has seen an increase in visitors hoping to seek blessings from the Red Baba. The event has been covered by regional media, highlighting the community’s interest in the spiritual practice.