Vegetarian Diet Tips Trend
Multiple posts promoting Saint Gurmeet Ram Rahim Ji's wellness tips are gaining traction on social media, with 60-150 likes each emphasizing vegetarian food alongside daily routines. The advice stresses harmony of body and mind, limiting fried foods, and incorporating nutritious meals for optimal health. #FridayFitness posts are also promoting daily yoga, meditation with pranayama, exercise, and 6-8 hours sleep.
The wellness advice trending on social media is rooted in the teachings of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the controversial leader of the Dera Sacha Sauda organization. Vegetarianism is a cornerstone of his philosophy, which he promotes to his followers, claiming it is natural for humans and beneficial for health. His dietary guidance often accompanies a broader set of lifestyle recommendations, including waking up early, eating dinner before sunset, and prioritizing boiled over fried or spicy foods. These tips are presented as being inspired by Ayurveda and are part of a holistic approach to well-being that includes meditation and physical exercise. Dera Sacha Sauda, the socio-spiritual organization headed by Singh since 1990, claims to have over 60 million followers worldwide. The group engages in various social welfare activities, including health camps and promoting drug de-addiction programs. Despite the focus on wellness and spirituality, Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh is a controversial figure currently serving a 20-year prison sentence. In 2017, he was convicted of raping two of his female followers, a verdict that led to widespread violent protests by his supporters, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. In addition to the rape convictions, Singh was also convicted in 2019 for the murder of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, who had been writing about the activities at the Dera. He has also faced accusations of ordering the forced castration of hundreds of his followers.
