01/02/2026
We grieve the passing of Ramu Mama, one of the great elders of Ganeshpuri who knew Bhagavan Nityananda as a child. (He was 70 years old). He was a beloved friend to Swamiji and many of our Satsang. Shared below is a post from Hanuman Hegde with a beautiful and heartfelt message about our beloved Ramu Mama. 🤍🙏
“With deep sorrow, I am sharing the sudden passing of Ramu Mama (Ram Naik) early this morning.
Ramu Mama was a true devotee of Bhagwan Nityanand Maharaj. He was blessed to have several photographs with Bhagwan and dedicated his entire life to seva, naam-jap, and devotion. Many devotees would send him items for distribution, and he always ensured they reached the right hands.
He firmly believed and often said:
“Bhagwan loves children — do seva for children.”
Because of him, I grew up receiving love in many forms
- food, chocolates, biscuits, and care - always given with devotion and humility.
I am also sharing old pictures of me sitting on his lap when I was small-memories that mean everything to me today. I used to see him every day till last week, and I would often give him a ride to and from Ganeshpuri, as he lived just next to my store. Those simple moments now feel like precious blessings.
He was my father’s closest friend, bound together by their devotion to Bhagwan Nityanand and shared photographs with Him. Because of this bond, Ramu Mama was not just a friend but family-truly a part of Ganeshpuri’s spiritual family.
I have marked Ramu Mama with a circle in the photo so devotees can recognize him.
The chant playing behind the pictures is Ramu Mama’s own voice-he loved chanting Bhagwan’s name. Hearing it now fills my heart with devotion and deep sadness.
It pains me deeply to share this news.
His cremation will take place in Ganeshpuri today. As he passed away early morning, I am unable to share the exact time.
Sharing this in remembrance of a life lived in devotion and love.
🙏 Om Namo Bhagavate Nityanandaya 🙏”
