Mumbai: Tucked away in the serene hills of Nainital district, Uttarakhand, Neem Karoli Baba’s Kainchi Dham is not just a temple — it is a spiritual sanctuary pulsing with divine energy. Revered as an incarnation of Lord Hanuman, Baba Neem Karoli Maharaj holds a special place in the hearts of his followers around the world, including tech luminaries like Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. But it’s not only the ashram’s peaceful presence that draws people in — it’s the sacred soil of the dham itself that many devotees believe carries miraculous healing power.
Faithful visitors consider this soil to be charged with Baba’s blessings. It is said that the earth of Kainchi Dham is infused with spiritual energy capable of easing sorrows, healing physical ailments, and removing obstacles. When used with devotion, this simple dust becomes a divine remedy — one that connects the believer directly with Baba’s grace. Here’s how followers use it, and why it’s growing in reverence across the spiritual community.
According to long-held belief, those who visit Kainchi Dham are encouraged to take a small quantity of its soil — ideally from a clean, undisturbed corner — and respectfully carry it home in a clean cloth or small pouch. If one is unable to visit in person, they may request a trusted devotee to bring it or source it from a reliable spiritual platform, though self-collection is considered the most auspicious.
Once home, the soil should be stored in a clean vessel. Some devotees purify it further by sprinkling a few drops of Gangajal (holy Ganga water) or pure water over it. The ritual begins by meditating on Baba Neem Karoli Maharaj or one’s personal deity (especially Lord Hanuman) and chanting sacred mantras.
Every morning — or as often as possible — after bathing, devotees take a small pinch of the soil and apply it to the forehead as a tilak. While doing so, they silently recite powerful Hanuman mantras such as “Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar” or “Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram.” One may also chant “Jai Neem Karoli Baba ki” with devotion.
This isn’t just a symbolic gesture — it’s a heartfelt act of surrender. With each tilak, believers offer their prayers for healing, peace, and resolution of life’s struggles, trusting that Baba’s grace will alleviate their pain.
Many followers report deep benefits from this practice. It is believed that applying this sacred soil brings a shift in mental energy, driving away negative thoughts and emotional burdens. Physically, some claim a reduction in ailments, describing the soil as having medicinal-like effects. Spiritually, it enhances inner peace, confidence, and the ability to focus in prayer and meditation.
For countless devotees, this small ritual has become a daily source of hope. They believe that the soil carries Baba’s living presence — a touch of divine love they can feel on their skin and in their soul. With faith and sincerity, the simple act of applying Kainchi Dham’s sacred soil transforms into a powerful channel of grace.
(Disclaimer: The information provided is based on traditional beliefs and religious texts. News9 Live does not endorse or validate these claims.)
