At an age when most teenagers are deciding college majors or preparing for entrance exams, a 19-year-old from Maharashtra quietly achieved something so rare that it last happened two centuries ago. In the spiritual heart of India — Kashi — Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe completed a near-impossible Vedic feat that even seasoned scholars hesitate to attempt. His journey from a small-town student to India’s newest Vedomurti has stunned the nation, moved spiritual leaders, and revived a tradition that was fading into history.
While most kids pursue employment and college goals, Mahesh grew up surrounded by flaming altars, old scriptures, and strict discipline. At age 19, he restored a legacy neglected for 200 years, mastering and finishing the Dandakrama recital of 2,000 sacred mantras in Kashi. In doing so, he became India’s second Vedomurti, a title whispered with reverence, gained through sheer commitment, sacrifice, and brilliance.
A remarkable spiritual event took place in Varanasi when 19-year-old Maharashtra resident Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe received recognition for finishing the Dandakrama Parayanam, a very difficult recital of around 2,000 mantras from the Shukla Yajurveda (Madhyandina branch). The achievement, regarded as one of the most complicated in the Vedic tradition, was done in 50 unbroken days, marking the first such classically pure performance after almost 200 years.
Who Is Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe?
Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe is a 19-year-old Vedic scholar from Maharashtra who recently completed the Dandakrama Parayanam, a rare and complex recitation of approximately 2,000 mantras from the Shukla Yajurveda. His success has gained national admiration, especially from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who lauded his dedication and skill in conserving ancient Vedic practices. Rekhe’s accomplishment is remarkable as it represents the rebirth of a practically extinct practice that has been accomplished only a few times throughout history. He was trained intensively by his father, Vedabrahmasri Mahesh Chandrakant Rekhe, a recognized Vedic specialist and his guru, who played a significant part in his achievement.
A City Celebrates Devavrat: 19-Year-Old Who Revived A 200-Year-Old Legacy
Young Vedic scholar Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe received ₹1,11,116 in cash and a golden bracelet valued at ₹5 lakh in recognition of his remarkable accomplishment. A moment of great spiritual pride for the nation, the acknowledgment coincided with the heavenly blessings of the Jagadguru Shankaracharyas of Dakshinamnaya Sri Sringeri Sharada Peetham.
The event lit up the streets of Varanasi with dedication and colour. A huge procession marched from Rathayatra Crossing to Mahmoorganj, turning the city into a moving Vedic festival. The city was mesmerized by the spectacle produced by more than 500 Vedic students, traditional musicians, and the potent sound of shankh-dhwani. Devotees lined the roadways, showering flowers on Devavrat as he passed, symbolizing the collective excitement of witnessing history in the making.
Adding to the spiritual grandeur was a special message from Sringeri Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Sri Bharati Tirtha Mahasannidhanam, sent by Asthana Vidwan Dr. Tangirala Shivakumar Sharma. Scholars remarked that Dandakrama is considered the crown jewel of Vedic recitation due to its complicated svara patterns and exacting phonetic precision. In documented history, it has been accomplished only three times, with Devavrat’s recitation being the fastest and most flawlessly executed, as published by the official X account of Sringeri Math.
PM Modi Celebrates Devavrat’s Success
19 वर्ष के देवव्रत महेश रेखे जी ने जो उपलब्धि हासिल की है, वो जानकर मन प्रफुल्लित हो गया है। उनकी ये सफलता हमारी आने वाली पीढ़ियों की प्रेरणा बनने वाली है।
भारतीय संस्कृति में आस्था रखने वाले हर एक व्यक्ति को ये जानकर अच्छा लगेगा कि श्री देवव्रत ने शुक्ल यजुर्वेद की माध्यन्दिन… pic.twitter.com/YL9bVwK36o
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 2, 2025
In a poignant letter on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the 19-year-old genius. He remarked that Devavrat’s accomplishment will inspire future generations, adding that every admirer of Indian heritage will feel pride knowing that the young scholar completed the Dandakrama Parayanam — 2,000 mantras of the Shukla Yajurveda’s Madhyandina branch — over 50 days without a single pause.
As the MP of Varanasi, Modi declared that it was a matter of great pride that such a massive spiritual performance took place on the sacred soil of Kashi. Additionally, he expressed his gratitude to Devavrat’s parents, instructors, saints, and the organizations that fostered his profound sadhana.
Yogi Adityanath: “A Beacon For The Spiritual World”
महाराष्ट्र के 19 वर्षीय युवा वैदिक साधक श्री देवव्रत महेश रेखे जी ने अद्वितीय साधना और अद्भुत स्मरण शक्ति से 2000 वैदिक मंत्रों को कंठस्थ करते हुए जो अभूतपूर्व उपलब्धि अर्जित की है, वह पूरे आध्यात्मिक जगत के लिए प्रेरणा का नव-दीप है।
शुक्ल यजुर्वेद की माध्यन्दिन शाखा के… pic.twitter.com/7QseMbDnuW
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) December 2, 2025
The young scholar was also commended by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who described his mastery of 2,000 Vedic mantras via unshakable sadhana and memory as an amazing accomplishment and an example to the world’s spiritual community.
He further observed that it was a time of glory for Uttar Pradesh that this uncommon Vedic rite was done in Kashi. In his message on X, he complimented Devavrat, his family, his acharyas and every institution that nourished his path.
Yogi said, “May your accomplishment guide and inspire generations,” wishing Devavrat luck in the future.
A Testament To Guru-Kripa And Living Vedic Tradition
The Dandakrama Parayanam was conducted from 2 October to 30 November at Vallabharam Shaligram Sangved Vidyalaya, supported by numerous spiritual and cultural institutions across Varanasi. Devavrat and his father-guru, Vedabrahmasri Mahesh Chandrakant Rekhe, the main examiner of Shukla Yajurveda Madhyandina Shakha under Sringeri Peetham, were both revered by saints and Vedic academics.
Devavrat’s accomplishment, fueled by Guru-Kripa and millennia of tradition, is a living example of how India’s Vedic heritage is more than simply history; it is a legacy that is faithfully and intelligently passed down to the next generation.
Conclusion
Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe’s achievement is more than a personal milestone — it is a spiritual awakening for an entire nation. At just 19, he revived a sacred practice untouched for two centuries and reminded India of the power of discipline, memory, and devotion. In an era of distractions, his dedication proves that ancient wisdom can still thrive through young minds.
As Varanasi celebrated him with flowers, chants, and blessings, one thing became clear: India’s Vedic heritage is not fading — it is rising again, one devoted student at a time.
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