An ardent devotee of Lord Shiva and Goddess Durga, Tanuj believes that destruction paves way for a new beginning. After every bad event, one needs to pick the pieces and start afresh.
Tanuj says , “I was one of the naughtiest child in my school. It was a common belief among my teachers that I would amount to nothing. Yes, I wasn’t the best at studies but life had something else in store for me.”
His enthralling journey took him to an off-beaten path. His fascination with the mystical and spiritual world of astrology started at the tender age of 14. At an age, when other children were trying to live the life that every teenager dreams of, he was full of desire to satisfy his insatiable urge to know the unknown. He began to study under his Guru, Mr. Subhash Chand Gupta, who helped in refining his raw talent. With a lot of passion and dedication, he started putting his predictions to test on relatives and fellow classmates at St. George’s School, Alaknanda. The joy he derived from an accurate prediction surpassed the one after getting an A+ (well, I never got one, says Tanuj with a twinkle in his eyes).
To quench the insatiable thirst for knowledge and spirituality, Tanuj started reading the Shiv Mahapurana at the age of 14 and has read it 16 times till date. He then started with Bhagvad Gita (in Hindi and Sanskrit and moved on to Durga Saptashati. These scriptures have helped him discover many arrays of wisdom.
At the age of 32, people come and discuss their life problems with him. Part astrologer, part therapist, his work is to help people understand the intricacies of their life and find solutions to their problems. Astrology provides guidance. It can’t alter the path of life but may lessen the negative impacts of the problems life has in store for you. He has been through a low phase as well but his belief in God and spirituality guided him and helped him channel his energy in the right direction. “In fact, that low phase has made me stronger. So assuming that astrology ensures all is rosy is a fallacy”, he says.
He strives to help his clients in every possible way. The remedies suggested by him are usually simple which often involve donating certain items to poor and needy people as well as to animals. Visiting spiritual places is also an essential part of the remedies. Using the super charged yantras, one can reduce negativity and increase positive vibrations. The ancient art of Vaastu Shastra is his forte. He wishes to forge lasting relationships with his clients. His clientele has helped him reach where he is today. “Their belief in my work, makes me want to work harder and with renewed enthusiasm”, he says.
Today Tanuj feels fortunate to have been able to realise most of his dreams. He always dreamt of building a temple. At the age of 22, God blessed him with an opportunity to serve Him and Shri Tatkaleshwar Gauri Mahadev Mandir was started in Tonk, Rajasthan. The temple has now expanded to include Triveni Navgraha Shani Dham. Next, he wishes to start an ambulance service to connect small villages to the city hospitals. Hope this dream will also turn into reality soon.
Habitat Times wishes Tanuj “All The Best” in all his future endeavours.
