Abhinav Arora, known as the “Bal Sant Baba,” is a 10-year-old spiritual content creator and influencer from Delhi. With a significant online following of over 9.5 lakh on Instagram, he shares content focused on Hindu festivals, scripture recitations, and interactions with religious figures. Abhinav describes himself as spiritually awakened since the age of three, and he has been honored as India’s Youngest Spiritual Orator by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. Abhinav, who refers to Shree Krishna as his “younger brother,” adheres to a disciplined daily routine of early-morning worship and spiritual practices.
Recently, Abhinav faced backlash after dancing in a religious procession, which prominent spiritual leader Swami Rambhadracharya publicly criticized, sparking debate about his spiritual authenticity. On top of this controversy, Abhinav’s family reported that they received a death threat from the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. His mother, Jyoti Arora, expressed disappointment, stating her son has dedicated himself solely to devotion and does not deserve such intimidation.
The young spiritual influencer is also the son of entrepreneur and TEDx speaker Tarun Raj Arora. In school, Abhinav maintains his distinct identity, greeting classmates with phrases like “Radhe Radhe” or “Jai Shree Krishna,” although he has mentioned that peers often keep their distance due to his unique approach.
