Swami Niranjanananda

Who is Swami Niranjanananda?

Swami Niranjanananda born as Nitya Niranjan Ghosh, usually called by the shortened name of Niranjan, was one of the foremost monks of Ramakrishna Mission and was one of the direct monastic disciples of Ramakrishna. Swami Niranjanananda was one of those few disciples, whom Sri Ramakrishna termed as "Nityasiddhas" or "Ishwarakotis" - that is, souls who are ever perfect. [Swami Niranjanananda is termed Senior since there was another Swami Niranjanananda also known as Pandalai Maharaj, later in the Ramakrishna Mission who died in 1972]. Even though his tenure with the newly formed Ramakrishna Mission was short lived owing to his early death, he left an indelible mark in spiritual and philanthropic activities. He had a majestic appearance, being tall with broad shoulders and strong physique.