Quick Info
| Profession | Spiritual Leader |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 25/09/1946 |
| Age | 79 years |
| Birthplace | Talgajarda, Bhavnagar District, Gujarat |
Latest News about Morari Bapu
14/07/2026
Morari Bapu welcomed the United States' newly released map of India that recognizes Jammu and Kashmir, including POK and Aksai Chin, as integral parts of India, stating his support for the decision during his ongoing 'Manas Krishnavatar' Katha in Dwarka[3].
30/06/2026
Morari Bapu conducted a Ram Katha in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, from June 30 to July 8, 2026, as part of his 2026 global tour schedule that also includes events in Kenya and Karnataka[2].
09/02/2026
Morari Bapu delivered Day 5 of his 'Manas Krishnavatar' Ram Katha in Dwarka, continuing a major spiritual discourse series that attracted devotees from across regions[1].
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Moraridas Prabhudas Hariyani |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Grey (Semi Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Higher Secondary School, Talgajarda |
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| College/University | Shahpur Training School in Junagadh, Gujarat |
| Educational Qualification | Teacher Vocational Course (Lectureship) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Hindu Vaishnava (Nimbarka Sampradaya) |
| Address | Shree Chitrakutdham Trust, VIII, Talgajarda, Mahuva, District- Bhavnagar, Gujarat |
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Relationships & More
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Career
| Started career as a primary school teacher in a village near Talgajarda. | |
| Began reciting Ram Katha at age 12, with first recital to herdsmen at a mud platform site now commemorated as Ram Vaadi temple. | |
| Delivered first formal 9-day Ram Katha in 1960. | |
| Has conducted Ram Kathas worldwide including in India, United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea, on an airplane, in Vatican City, and in the foothills of Mount Kailash in Tibet/China. | |
| Taught in the J. Parekh High School in Mahuva (Bhavnagar state, Gujarat) for more than ten years. | |
| Has conducted over 800 Ram Kathas worldwide including in India, United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea, on an airplane, in Vatican City, and in the foothills of Mount Kailash in Tibet/China. | |
| Has recounted 19 verses from the Gopi Geet, each discourse lasting seven days. | |
| Presented first lecture outside India in Nairobi, Kenya in 1976. |
Social Media
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@moraribapu |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Morari Bapu's birth date aligns with the celebration of Shivratri in the Hindu calendar. | |
| 2. His spiritual mentor is his grandfather. | |
| 3. He comes from the ‘Vaishnava Bava Sadhu Nimbarka lineage. | |
| 4. Morari Bapu has hosted numerous Ram Kathas globally. | |
| 5. He offers tuition-free education to underprivileged students and promotes Indian arts, literature, and culture. | |
| 6. He was encouraged by letters from his paternal great grandfather, Mahamandleshwar Vishnu Giriji Maharaj, head of Kailas Ashram in Rishikesh, to study the Bhagavad Gita and Vedas. | |
| 7. He advocates for progressive norms in the 21st century through the 'Pravahi parampara' (flowing tradition) and visits the incarcerated to spread his message. | |
| 8. In 2014, he donated 10 crore to Uttarakhand flood victims and Kedarnath temple reconstruction, personally visiting to hand over cheques. | |
| 9. In 2003, he performed a Ram Katha in Jaipur, Rajasthan, for drought relief and contributed to the cause. | |
| 10. In December 2018, he organized a Ram Katha among sex workers in Ayodhya, pledging 3 crore for their welfare and ultimately distributing 6.92 crore, including 11 lakh from his own funds. |