Tripura’s Chittaranjan Maharaj conferred Padma Shri by President Murmu

President of India Droupadi Murmu on April 22 conferred Padma Shri on Chittaranjan Debbarma for his contributions in the field of Spiritualism in Tripura.

During the esteemed Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President of India Droupadi   Murmu   today  conferred   Padma   Shri   upon   Chittaranjan   Debbarma   for   his contributions to the field of spiritualism.

Born on January  22, 1962, in Barakathal, Sidhai Mohanpur,  Debbarma was raised in Tripura. He developed a deep devotion to Shiv Parvati and Radha Krishna from an early age. After completing   matriculation,   Shri   Debbarma   became   a   Panchayat   Secretary   and   encountered   the teachings of   Sri Sri   Santikali Maharaj   during his   travels. 

He   got inspired   and embraced   sanyas dedicating himself to  Maa Tripurasundari  under his Guru's guidance. The passing away of his Guru Sri Sri Santikali Maharaj at the hands of the NLFT terrorist organization marked a turning point for him. Entrusted by his Guru to lead Sri Sri Santikali Ashram, he expanded the mission to serve   the   indigenous   poor   population.   

Despite   facing   threats,   he   opened   hostels   in   Amarpur, Barakathal, Chachu, Kowaiphang and Burakha, providing shelter and education to over 700 children from economically disadvantaged families.

Chitta Ranjan Debbarma, is presently the Peethadhish of Shantikali Peeth and Ashram, in Gomati district of  Tripura.   Debbarma   has been conferred with  several   awards like Sant Eshwar Award by Sant Eshwar Foundation in 2018; Krishna Chandra Gandhi Award by Purvottar Janajati Shiksha Samiti in 2020; Karmayogi Award by My Home India in 2021 and Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Smriti Award by the Government of Tripura in 2022.

Debbarma extended his Guru's legacy by founding the Sri Sri Santikali English Medium School in 2019, prioritizing holistic and value-based education. With 24 ashrams, an old-age home, and mentorship   programs across   Tripura,  his   social  impact  has  grown  significantly.  His tireless efforts in education and his profound influence on spiritual and moral well-being, particularly in indigenous   areas,   have   sparked   a   resurgence.   His   influence   spans   both   indigenous   and   non-indigenous   communities,   fostering   a   growing   number   of   followers   actively   engaged   in   Dharma Jagaran.  Aligned   with   his  revered   Guru's   teachings,   he  rejects   confinement   to  a   single   ashram, emphasizing the splendor of culture, Sanatan Dharma practices, and the rich history of the region. His steadfast belief underscores the paramount importance of continually showcasing the cultural heritage   and   principles   of   Sanatan   Dharma   to   establish   and   perpetuate   Sanatanatwa   among the people.

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