Akkalkot Maharaj, popularly known as Swami Samarth, is believed to be an incarnation of Sri Dattatreya and is a very popular saint in Maharashtra. Akkalkot Maharaj Jayanti 2012 date is March 24. He lived at a place named Akkalkot near Solapur in Maharashtra from 1856 AD to 1878 AD and thus the name Akkalkot Maharaj.
Akkalkot Swami Maharaj Jayanti is annually observed on the Chaitra Shukla Paksha Dwitiya day – second day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra Month.
There are some striking similarities between Swami Samarth and Shirdi Sai Baba.
Akkalkot Maharaj performed numerous miracles during this life time and his devotees even today continue to experience his miracles.
His teachings are simple and inspired the common people who came in contact with him.
Swami Samarth says - Fear not, I am always with you.
Surrender your ego and offer your unconditional love and I will fill you with immortal bliss.
He extols the Vedic teachings when he says Harm no one, joy to every one. Inside every one, I am the only One.