Shirish Maharaj More, descendant of Jagadguru Tukaram Maharaj, passes away in Pune

Dehu (Pune District) – Shirish More Maharaj (aged 31), the 11thdescendant of Jagadguru Tukaram Maharaj, tragically ended his life by hanging himself at his residence. This heartbreaking incident has left Dehu village and the wider community in deep mourning.

Shirish Maharaj reportedly took this extreme step due to financial hardship, burdened by a debt of ₹32 lakh. According to the police, he left four letters before his death, which have been seized for further investigation. Preliminary findings suggest that the financial difficulties, coupled with the recent construction of a new house, may have contributed to his decision.

Adding to the tragedy, Shirish Maharaj’s wedding was scheduled for February 20th, making the loss even more poignant for his family and followers.

His funeral was conducted at the Vaikuntha Crematorium in Shrikshetra Dehugaon, with many members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and dignitaries from religious, social, and cultural sectors coming to pay their last respects.

According to the police, Shirish More Maharaj, tragically ended his life at his residence by hanging himself with a ceiling fan hook. A note was discovered at the scene, which has been seized for investigation. Preliminary findings suggest that financial difficulties, including a debt of ₹32 lakh, may have led to this tragic decision. The police are also probing whether the financial burden increased significantly after the recent construction of a new house.

Shirish Maharaj’s death has sent shockwaves through the community, especially as his wedding was scheduled for February 20th. This tragic incident highlights the immense personal struggles he faced despite his public stature.

A dedicated Hindutva thinker

Shirish Maharaj was known as an ardent Hindutva thinker and who mostly preached about the learnings from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He frequently addressed issues affecting Hindus, urging them to remain vigilant against injustices and atrocities. He boldly spoke out on topics like Love Jihad, Industrial Jihad, Land Jihad, Food Jihad, and religious conversions. His sharp rebuttals against efforts to misrepresent Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy were widely appreciated in Hindutva circles.

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Mr Parag Gokhale of the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti expressed deep sorrow, stating, “Shirish Maharaj was a capable leader of the Varkari sect, who firmly stood for Hindutva and tirelessly worked for God, country, and religion. His passing leaves a significant void in our movement.”

Shirish Maharaj was actively involved in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, contributing to their work through the Varkari Sampradaya and various platforms.

His sudden demise highlights the emotional and financial pressures faced by even the most devoted leaders in their service to society.