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PM Modi to Visit Art of Living Centre on 45th Anniversary and Sri Sri’s 70th Birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Art of Living International Centre on its 45th anniversary, coinciding with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s 70th birthday. During the visit, he will launch several service initiatives at the spiritual centre. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently met Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and discussed social harmony and spiritual awareness. The Art of Living, founded in 1981, operates in 182 countries and promotes peace, yoga, and human values.

Key Points: PM Modi at Art of Living’s 45th Anniversary

  • PM Modi to visit Art of Living on 45th anniversary
  • Visit coincides with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s 70th birthday
  • Launch of various service initiatives by PM
  • Art of Living operates in 182 countries
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PM Modi to visit Art of Living International Centre on organisation's 45th anniversary

PM Modi to visit Art of Living International Centre on its 45th anniversary, coinciding with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s 70th birthday, to launch service initiatives.

"His guidance is spreading positive energy in society, which is highly inspiring for a spiritually rich state like Uttarakhand. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

New Delhi, May 5

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Art of Living International Centre on the organisation's 45th anniversary celebrations.

According to the Art of Living, the visit coincides with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 70th birthday. During the visit, PM Modi will launch various service initiatives, marking the milestone occasion at the spiritual centre.

The Art of Living is a non-profit, educational, and humanitarian organisation, which was founded in 1981 by renowned spiritual teacher Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Operating in 182 countries, the organisation works across India in collaboration with the Government, leading corporates, and local communities.

In March, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met spiritual teacher Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the Art of Living Ashram located in Shisham Jhadi, Rishikesh and sought his blessings.

During the meeting, the two discussed various issues related to social harmony and spiritual awareness.

The Chief Minister said that the Art of Living Foundation, founded by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, has been playing a significant role in promoting peace, yoga and human values worldwide, adding that his guidance is spreading positive energy in society, which is highly inspiring for a spiritually rich state like Uttarakhand.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, while blessing the Chief Minister, expressed his wishes for the state's progress and prosperity. He said that Uttarakhand's spiritual heritage and natural beauty give it a unique global identity, and collective efforts are needed to further strengthen it.

The Chief Minister also highlighted the importance of guidance from saints and spiritual leaders in the holistic development of the state.

Speaking to ANI, Dhami said Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is constantly guiding people onto the right path and wished for young people to awaken patriotism within them and work for society.

- ANI

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Neha E
It's great to see spiritual leaders like Sri Sri Ravi Shankar working with the government for social good. The Art of Living has done remarkable work in rural development and disaster relief. But I hope the visit also focuses on concrete action plans, not just photo ops.
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Ramesh W
As someone who has attended Art of Living courses, I can vouch for the positive impact it has on mental health and stress relief. PM Modi's presence validates these ancient practices. Uttarakhand CM's appreciation is spot on—this is what holistic development looks like. 🧘
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Samantha B
I'm not Indian but I follow Sri Sri's teachings. It's impressive how Art of Living operates in 182 countries. The PM's visit shows India's soft power through spirituality. Wish more leaders worldwide would embrace this approach to inner peace and social service.
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Preeti I
While I respect Sri Sri's work, I hope the government doesn't get too entangled with any single spiritual organisation. There are many such groups doing good work. That said, this visit could boost volunteerism and youth engagement in social causes. Let's see what initiatives are launched.
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Michael C
I've visited the Art of Living ashram in Bangalore—it's a serene place. PM Modi's support for such initiatives is commendable. The focus on patriotism and youth awakening that CM Dhami mentioned is crucial for India's future. Hope the service initiatives include education and skill development.

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