How did the saint Gangagir Baba recognize Maharaj's spiritual greatness?

Gangagir Baba recognized Maharaj's spiritual stature instantly upon their first encounter, through his own deep insight. As the narrative in Chapter 0 recounts, Gangagir Baba had just arrived in the area when he saw Maharaj carrying two earthen pots of water from a well. This simple, humble act was enough for Gangagir to perceive his true nature. He immediately turned to the nearby villagers and exclaimed, "This is purely a gem. His worth is very great." This shows that Gangagir's recognition was not based on any grand display but on his ability to perceive the extraordinary spiritual quality within Maharaj's ordinary actions.