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Yoga guru Swami Sivananda, a Padma Shri awardee, passed away at 128 in Varanasi. CM Yogi Adityanath paid heartfelt tributes, calling him an inspiration. Swami Sivananda dedicated his life to yoga and serving leprosy-affected individuals. His legacy includes attending the Mahakumbh Mela for a century and receiving national recognition.

Key Points: Yoga Guru Swami Sivananda Dies at 128 as CM Yogi Pays Tribute

  • Padma Shri awardee for yoga contributions
  • Attended Mahakumbh Mela for 100 years
  • Served leprosy-affected beggars for decades
  • Born in 1897 in undivided India
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Yoga guru Swami Sivananda passes away at 128, CM Yogi pays tribute

Padma Shri awardee Swami Sivananda passes away at 128 in Varanasi, leaving behind a legacy of yoga and service.

"Your spiritual practice and life of yoga are a great inspiration for the entire society. – CM Yogi Adityanath"

Varanasi, May 4

Padma Shri awardee and famous Yoga guru Swami Sivananda Saraswati passed away on Sunday at the age of 128 in Varanasi.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief at the demise of Padma Shri Swami Sivananda Saraswati, who made an unparalleled contribution to the field of Yoga.

In a post on his official 'X' handle, CM Yogi said, "The demise of Kashi's renowned yoga guru 'Padma Shri' Swami Shivanand ji, who made an unparalleled contribution in the field of 'Yoga', is extremely sad. Humble tribute to him! Your spiritual practice and life of yoga are a great inspiration for the entire society. You dedicated your entire life to the expansion of yoga. I pray to Baba Vishwanath to grant salvation to the departed soul and give strength to his bereaved followers to bear this immense sorrow".

In 2022, President Ram Nath Kovind conferred Swami Sivananda with the Padma Shri award for his contribution to the field of yoga. In January 2025, Swami Sivananda Saraswati once again garnered headlines when it emerged that he had been attending the Mahakumbh mela for the past 100 years.

Swami Sivananda Saraswati was born on August 8, 1897, in the Sylhet district of undivided India (present-day Bangladesh). Swami Sivannada lost both his mother and father at the age of six, and after their funeral rites, he was brought to the Guruji's ashram in Nabadwip (West Bengal).

He was brought up by Guru Omkaranand Goswami and was imparted with all the practical and spiritual education, including Yoga, without school education.

For the past 50 years, Swami Sivananda has served 400 to 600 leprosy-affected beggars by meeting them in their hutments. Swami Sivananda has been honoured with various awards, including the Yoga Ratna Award in Bengaluru on June 29, 2019.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Om Shanti 🙏 A true yogi who lived for others till 128! His life is proof that yoga isn't just physical exercise but a way to serve humanity. The work with leprosy patients shows his real character. India has lost a gem today.
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Priya M.
128 years! What an incredible lifespan. Makes me wonder about his daily routine and diet. We should document these yogic secrets before they're lost forever. His story from Sylhet to becoming Padma Shri is truly inspiring 🇮🇳
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Amit S.
While I respect his contributions, we must be careful about age claims. 128 seems scientifically improbable. The government should verify such records properly before giving awards. That said, his social work is unquestionably remarkable.
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Sunita R.
Attending Kumbh Mela for 100 years? 😲 That's 20 Kumbhs! His life story reads like ancient scriptures. We need to teach such real-life examples in schools instead of just western success stories. #RealLifeYogi
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Vikram J.
The fact that he served leprosy patients for 50 years shows true yogic spirit. In today's Instagram yoga culture, we've forgotten this selfless aspect. Government should establish a national yoga day in his memory.
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Neha P.
Born in undivided India, served in independent India - his life spanned our nation's journey. His ashram should be made a heritage site. Also, why no Bharat Ratna for such saints? We give it mostly to politicians these days 🤔

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