How was Maharaj perceived by other contemporary saints when he first arrived?

Maharaj's profound spiritual greatness was immediately recognized by other holy men of his time. Chapter 0 recounts a powerful incident with the famous Gangagir Baba. Upon seeing Maharaj for the first time, while Maharaj was humbly carrying two earthen pots of water, Gangagir Baba exclaimed to the nearby villagers, 'This is purely a gem. His worth is very great.' This demonstrates that Maharaj's divine nature was evident even in simple acts. The text also notes that he spent considerable time with another advanced saint named Janakidas, indicating mutual respect among holy figures.