Maha Kumbh 2025 viral video: YouTuber asks silly question to Nakhon Baba, Naga sadhu beats him with tongs

A video from the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj has gone viral on social media, showing an altercation between a YouTuber and a sanyasi, popularly known as Nakhoon Baba. The festival, which draws a large number of devotees for the holy dip at the Sangam, witnessed an unusual disruption when the Baba reacted angrily to questions from the YouTuber.

What led to the incident?

The YouTuber approached Nakhoon Baba, who was meditating at the festival, and began asking questions. Initially, Baba responded calmly when asked, "Since when did you join the Sanyasi sect, Maharaj Ji?" He replied, "Since childhood." However, when the YouTuber repeated the question and followed up by asking, "Which bhajan of God do you people sing?" Baba’s demeanor changed.

Visibly angered, Baba grabbed a tong lying nearby and began chasing and striking the YouTuber. The startled YouTuber ran away, dropping his mic in the process.

Baba’s reaction and social media response

During the incident, Baba could be heard saying, "Shall we show you a tamasha? Get up." He also expressed anger at the YouTuber’s approach, saying, "He will talk nonsense, he will speak ill of saints, tongs." Baba questioned those present, asking, "You people are seeing what wrong he said."

The video has since sparked a mix of reactions online, with many users discussing the unusual encounter. While some found the incident amusing, others debated the appropriateness of the YouTuber’s questions and Baba’s response.

Festival continues amidst attention

Despite the incident, the Maha Kumbh continues to draw devotees and sanyasis alike. The event remains a significant religious gathering, marked by devotion, rituals, and cultural vibrancy.