The mere mention of Neem Karoli Baba conjures up an image of him in many people's minds. He has devotees not only in India but also abroad. The significance of his work extends from Kainchi Dham in Uttarakhand to America. Many prominent figures around the world were his devotees. But was he married? What was his wife's name? What happened to his family after he became a saint? Many such questions linger in their minds. After Baba took sanyaas, his wife took charge of the family. What information is available about this?

Not many people know about Neem Karoli Baba's domestic life.

Neem Karoli Baba was born in Akbarpur village in the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh. It is said that his real name was Laxman Das Sharma. He was inclined towards religious activities from childhood. As per the tradition of the time, he was married at a young age. It is claimed that he was married at the age of about 11-12 years. However, he later took sanyas (renunciation). He never hid the fact that he was married.

What is the name of Neem Karoli Baba's wife?

Neem Karoli Baba's wife is said to be Ram Beti Devi. Coming from a Brahmin family in Uttar Pradesh, Ram Beti Devi moved to Akbarpur village after marriage. Although there is talk about Baba's spiritual life, Ram Beti Devi stays away from the public eye. She has never been seen in the ashram's management. Villagers say she is very simple.

How was his wife's life after retirement?

A few years after their marriage, Laxman Das took sanyas (renunciation). He embarked on a spiritual journey. He traveled the country for several years. During this time, people knew him by various names, but he became famous as Neem Karoli Baba. When he turned his back on the family, Rambeti Devi took on the responsibility of the household. She worked in the fields and did household chores. She raised their children. Her life was not that of a saint's wife, but that of any village woman.

Did Neem Karoli Baba meet his family?

Many people wonder if Neem Karoli Baba visited his village, Akbarpur, or if he visited his wife and family. Baba visited Akbarpur village frequently. He would visit his family, but most of his time was spent in spiritual practice and religious pilgrimages. During these times, he would meet with devotees and engage in spiritual discussions.

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