Draft:Durgaprasanna Paramhamsadev

Durgaprasanna Paramhamsadev{{Cite web |title=Purnobrahma Shrimad Durga Prasanna Paramahansa Dev- A Book On Divine Life and Philosophy of Famous Bengali Saint (Bengali) {{!}} Exotic India Art |url=https://www.exoticindiaart.com/book/details/purnobrahma-shrimad-durga-prasanna-paramahansa-dev-book-on-divine-life-and-philosophy-of-famous-bengali-saint-bengali-ozz805/ |access-date=2025-02-03 |website=www.exoticindiaart.com |language=en}} was born on 16 November 1891 in Rajapur village, Barisal district (now in Bangladesh). His father, Umacharan Chakrabarti, was a tantric practitioner in the Advaita tradition, while his mother, Chintamani Devi, was a devotee of Lord Shiva.

Durgaprasanna was involved in spiritual practices from an early age. According to accounts from his followers, his Kundalini{{Cite web |title=Raja-Yoga III |url=https://www.ramakrishnavivekananda.info/vivekananda/volume_8/lectures_and_discourses/six_lessons_on_raja-yoga/raja-yoga_iii.htm |access-date=2025-02-03 |website=www.ramakrishnavivekananda.info}} Shakti was said to have awakened during his sacred thread ceremony. At the age of seventeen, he is reported to have attained siddhi (spiritual accomplishment) in Gayatri Sadhana.

He is also said to have experienced a vision of Goddess Kali{{Cite book |title=Hymns to the Goddess and Hymn to Kali: John Sir Woodroffe: 9788185988160: Amazon.com: Books |isbn=8185988161 |last1=Woodroffe |first1=Sir John George |date=2001 |publisher=Garnesh & Company }} at Kumilla Meher's Kalibari while meditating on the Panchamundi Asana, a seat used in tantric traditions{{Cite web |date=2025-01-31 |title=Hinduism - Tantra, Rituals, Magic {{!}} Britannica |url=https://www.britannica.com/topic/Hinduism/Tantric-ritual-and-magical-practices |access-date=2025-02-03 |website=www.britannica.com |language=en}}. Over time, he engaged in various spiritual disciplines, including Shav Sadhana (a tantric ritual) and yogic austerities, with a focus on Advaita philosophy.

Durgaprasanna became a disciple of Nigamananda Paramahansa, a Hindu guru, under whose guidance he underwent extensive spiritual training. Nigamananda identified him as a Vishwa-Sevak (universal servant) and encouraged him to take on the role of a spiritual teacher.

Following his mentor’s instructions, he returned to his hometown to continue his spiritual practices. According to followers, he is believed to have attained siddhi in his Ishta-Mantra Sadhana after experiencing a vision of his guru. Nigamananda later authorized him to initiate disciples and serve as a spiritual guide.

On the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Durgaprasanna Paramhamsadev established the Naktala Sri Guru Ashram as a center for spiritual instruction, meditation, and community service. The ashram focused on principles such as self-discipline, devotion, and service as part of spiritual practice.

Durgaprasanna's teachings were based on Advaita Vedanta{{Cite web |title=Vedanta, Advaita {{!}} Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy |url=https://iep.utm.edu/advaita-vedanta/ |access-date=2025-02-03 |language=en-US}}, Tantra, and Bhakti. He advocated meditation, mantra chanting, and ethical living as integral aspects of spiritual practice. Additionally, he supported the use of Ayurveda for maintaining physical and mental well-being.

The ashram established by Durgaprasanna Paramhamsadev remains active as a site for religious and community activities. Followers organize events such as Bhatri Sangha and Matri Sangha, aimed at promoting spiritual teachings and engaging in social service initiatives.

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