Hit Premanand ji

 Here’s a portrait of Shri Hit Premanand Govind Sharan Ji Maharaj, often affectionately called Premanand Ji Maharaj—a beloved Rasik saint from Vrindavan deeply rooted in the Radha Vallabh Sampradaya.

Who is Premanand Ji Maharaj?

• Birth Name & Early Life
  Born as Aniruddha Kumar Pandey on 30 March 1969 in Akhri village, Sarsaul (Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh), he was immersed in a devout Brahmin family. His grandfather was a sanyasi, and both parents were deeply spiritual—an environment that shaped his early inclination toward God. 
• Renunciation & Spiritual Path
  At the tender age of 13, he left home to lead a brahmachari (celibate) life, taking first the name Anandswaroop Brahmachari, later becoming Swami Anandashram. He spent formative years meditating near the Ganga in Varanasi, marked by simplicity—accepting food if offered, or fasting otherwise. 
• Transformation in Vrindavan
  In Varanasi, a saint encouraged him to witness the Raas Leela—a divine event that deeply stirred his devotion and redirected him to Vrindavan. There, he entered the Radha Vallabh Sampradaya, receiving initiation (Sharanagati Mantra) and Nij Mantra from his guru, Shri Hit Gaurangi Sharan Ji Maharaj (Bade Guruji), embracing the path of Sahachari Bhava and Nitya Vihar Rasa. 
• Spiritual Leadership & Service
  In 2016, he founded the Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Trust in Vrindavan. This trust offers vital support—lodging, food, clothing, and medical assistance—to pilgrims, reflecting his devotion in action. 
• Teachings & Philosophy
  His discourses overflow with bhakti (devotion), emphasizing humility, chanting, and surrender to Radha-Krishna. He advocates celibacy (brahmacharya), warns against negative character, and underscores the necessity of a true guru. His satsangs and bhajans are known to invoke deep emotional responses, creating a palpable atmosphere of devotional fervor. 
• Illness & Resilience
  Despite facing kidney failure and undergoing regular dialysis, he continues his spiritual work undeterred—calling his kidneys lovingly “Radha and Krishna,” and refusing donated organs, saying his body is dedicated solely to divine service. 
• Mass Influence
  With millions of followers across social platforms—Instagram (11 million), YouTube (over 7.8 million), and Facebook—he draws a diverse global audience, including public figures like Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Hema Malini, and more. 
• Devotee Perspectives
  On Reddit, many describe him as sincere and free of scandal—even appreciated across religious lines. One devotee notes:
  “He is very soft spoken and seems like a very genuine saint … he treats them respectfully always.”
  His knowledge stretches beyond Hindu scriptures to Sikh and Jain texts, emphasizing inclusivity. 

Quick Overview

Aspect	Details
Birth Name	Aniruddha Kumar Pandey (born 1969)
Renunciant Names	Swami Anandashram → Premanand Ji Maharaj
Spiritual Path	Radha Vallabh Sampradaya under Bade Guruji
Teachings	Devotion, celibacy, guru importance, inner transformation
Ashram & Trust	Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Trust, Vrindavan
Health Challenge	Kidney failure; perseverance despite dialysis
Reach & Influence	Prominent satsangs, social media reach, known among celebrities
Community View	Authentic, inclusive, rooted in genuine bhakti

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