A viral video has taken social media by storm, claiming to show a 188-year-old man discovered in a cave in Bengaluru. The sensational post, shared by a user named "Concerned Citizen," amassed over 34 million views and ignited a flurry of speculation. "This Indian man has just been found in a cave. It’s alleged he’s 188 years old. Insane," the post read.
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However, fact-checkers and media outlets quickly debunked this extraordinary claim. The man in question is not nearly two centuries old but is actually a revered Hindu saint named Siyaram Baba from Madhya Pradesh, estimated to be around 110 years old. Platforms like X (formerly Twitter) added a disclaimer to the viral video, clarifying the misleading information.
Siyaram Baba, a resident of Bhatyan Ashram along the Narmada River, is known for his legendary tales of spiritual devotion, including spending a decade standing on one leg in penance. Despite his advanced age, he continues to read the Ramayana without glasses and live independently, inspiring countless devotees who seek his blessings.
While some local legends speculate that Siyaram Baba could be as old as 130, fact-checkers from D-Intent Data labeled the video as inaccurate. The viral post sparked humorous reactions, with users poking fun at the exaggerated claim.
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