Jalandhar, July 17 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Sant Niranjan Dass, the spiritual head of Dera Sachkhand Ballan, during his visit to Jalandhar.

He praised his contribution to spiritual awareness and social welfare, calling it "deeply inspiring".

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "In Jalandhar, had the privilege of meeting Sant Niranjan Dass Ji. His contribution to spiritual awareness and social welfare is deeply inspiring."

Sant Niranjan Dass, the Gaddi Nashin (spiritual head) of Dera Sachkhand Ballan in Jalandhar, Punjab, has been leading the Ravidassia community since 1994 and is widely recognised for expanding its spiritual and social presence in India and abroad.

Under his leadership, the Dera has established educati...