Meet spiritual guru who is richer than Sadhguru, Baba Ramdev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, his net worth...

The immense wealth of spiritual gurus, or "babas," is once again making headlines. Recently, the wealth of UP Godman Bhole Baba astonished many, as he reportedly owns wealth exceeding Rs 100 crore. The connection between babas and their vast fortunes is no secret, and the list of wealthy spiritual leaders is long.

Baba Ramdev is a prominent name that often comes to mind when talking about rich babas. Coming from a farming background in Haryana, he taught yoga in Haridwar for a long time. Today, he heads various branches under Patanjali Yogpeeth and Divya Yog Mandir Trust, with an estimated net worth of over Rs 1,600 crore, according to Navbharat Times.

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of the Isha Foundation, has an estimated net worth of Rs 18 crore. His influence extends through yoga centres, and educational institutions. His unique speaking style has also garnered him a large global following.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation, has millions of followers in several countries. Many donate generously to the foundation. His assets are reportedly valued at around Rs 1,000 crore.

However, Swami Nithyananda appears to top them all. He is the founder of the Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam, which operates temples, gurukuls, and ashrams globally. Reportedly, his estimated wealth is around Rs 10,000 crore.