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Hans India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Guru Purnima a festival to establish Sanatan Dharma as Yug Dharma: Swami Ramdev
Haridwar: The festival of 'Guru Purnima', a symbol of Guru-disciple tradition, was celebrated with faith and dedication in the presence of Patanjali Yogpeeth's founder president Swami Ramdev and General Secretary Acharya Balkrishna in the Yoga Bhavan Auditorium located at Patanjali Wellness, Yogpeeth-2. On this occasion, Swami Ramdev said 'Guru Purnima is the festival of establishing Sanatan Dharma as Yug Dharma. It is a festival that represents India's glorious Guru-disciple tradition, Rishi tradition, Veda tradition and Sanatan tradition and gives them perfection.' He said that Rashtra Dharma was also included in Veda, Rishi and Guru Dharma. Addressing the students of Patanjali University, he said that today there was a battle for supremacy going on in the whole world. The dominance should be of truth, yoga, spirituality and justice. Due to different reasons, different types of ideological frenzy, religious frenzy, materialism, intellectual terrorism, religious terrorism, political, economic terrorism, medical terrorism, educational terrorism were going on in the whole world. In such a situation, the whole world will get education, medical, economic, social, political direction from India and India will be respected as the world leader. Acharya Balkrishna said that Guru Purnima was a festival to showcase the Guru-disciple tradition, but its significance was only when we have full faith in our Guru and follow the path shown by him. He said that India will become the world leader only through the Guru-disciple tradition, Yoga, Ayurveda, Sanatan, Vedic knowledge.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Patanjali Yogpeeth celebrates Guru Purnima with devotion; Swami Ramdev serves devotees during Kanwar Mela
The sacred occasion of Guru Purnima— a day that celebrates the timeless Guru-Shishya (teacher-disciple) tradition in Hinduism— was observed with deep devotion at Patanjali Yogpeeth in Haridwar today (July 10, 2025). The celebrations took place at the Yoga Bhavan Auditorium of Patanjali Wellness (Yogpeeth-2), under the spiritual guidance of Swami Ramdev Maharaj, founder-president of Patanjali Yogpeeth, and Acharya Balkrishna Maharaj, its general secretary. Guru Purnima holds immense significance in Indian culture. It is the day when devotees honour their spiritual teachers (gurus), who guide them on the path of truth, self-realisation, and liberation. Celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Ashadha, this festival also commemorates the birth anniversary of the sage Vyasa, the author of the 'Mahabharata' and compiler of the Vedas. During the event, Swami Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna exchanged garlands as a mark of mutual respect and extended Guru Purnima wishes to all attendees. The atmosphere was filled with reverence, spiritual energy, and heartfelt gratitude toward the Guru principle that uplifts and enlightens. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Descoperă BMW X5 Legacy Limited Edition. Cu o rată fixă de 789€ + TVA/ lună şi costurile de întreţinere incluse. Vezi oferta Undo In his address, Swami Ramdev emphasised that Guru Purnima is not merely a religious observance, but a movement to revive and re-establish Sanatan Dharma as the guiding force of the era. He reminded the audience of India's rich legacy— the Guru-Shishya parampara, the ancient Rishi traditions, and the spiritual wisdom of the Vedas. Within these traditions, he said, lies not only spiritual depth but also a profound sense of national identity and unity. Speaking to students of Patanjali University, Swami Ramdev urged them to live with Rishitva (sagehood) and Devatva (divinity). 'Only when we embody these qualities can we bring about a true revolution in the world—one rooted in truth, yoga, spirituality, and justice, rather than power or material dominance,' he said. Swami Ramdev also voiced concern over the modern world being plagued by ideological extremism, materialism, and intellectual and socio-political exploitation. He expressed hope that India, with its spiritual and cultural strength, would lead the world in various domains and emerge as Vishwaguru—the spiritual guide of the world. Acharya Balkrishna Maharaj echoed similar sentiments. He stated that Guru Purnima has meaning only when disciples follow their Guru's path with complete faith and discipline. He urged people to adopt the teachings of their Guru in everyday life and walk the path of righteousness (Dharma). According to him, it is through India's age-old traditions—like Yoga, Ayurveda , Sanatan Dharma, and Vedic knowledge—that the nation will rise as a global beacon. He also encouraged everyone to seek guidance from a noble Guru or saint whose wisdom can lead to spiritual and personal growth. N.P. Singh, Executive Chairman of the Bharatiya Shiksha Board, praised the divine energy of the event. Offering his salutations to Sanatan Dharma, he highlighted how the Patanjali movement is igniting a holistic transformation in the field of education, under the blessings of Swami Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna. As part of the ongoing Kanwar Mela— another significant Hindu pilgrimage in the month of Shravan— Patanjali Yogpeeth also organised an Akhand Bhandara (continuous community kitchen) for Shiva devotees (Kanwariyas). Thousands of pilgrims walking with Ganga water were served food with love and humility. Swami Ramdev personally took part in the food distribution, exemplifying the spirit of seva (selfless service). The event saw active participation from spiritual leaders, department heads, volunteers, students, and officials associated with Patanjali Yogpeeth. Hundreds followed as Baba Ramdev performed yoga asanas
The Hindu
30-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Baba Ramdev's visit to Horsley Hills triggers strong opposition
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev's proposed plan for yoga and naturopathy initiatives at Horsley Hills near Madanapalle of Annamayya district triggered a strong opposition from various sectors of the society. Local leaders from the Communist Party of India (CPI), Congress Party, and public groups staged protests on Monday and demanded that the State government withdraw its 'reported plans to hand over Horsely Hills' to Baba Ramdev and his team in the name of a wellness centre. The yoga guru had visited the Horsley Hills on June 27, along with a team from Patanjali Yogpeeth, reportedly to explore the feasibility of establishing a global yoga and wellness centre. According to a senior official who accompanied the team, Ramdev inspected a piece of land close to a government guest house and expressed his plans to commission yoga and naturopathy initiatives there. He was also reportedly impressed with the serene landscape, clean air, and cool weather, terming them 'ideal for spiritual healing'. The yoga guru's visit to the State close on the heels of the recently-concluded month-long Yogandhra-2025 campaign, which culminated in Visakhapatnam on June 21 in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has also raised doubts about the TDP-led government's plans. A team led by the CPI Annamayya district unit visited the hill station to take stock of the situation on Monday (June 30). Speaking to the media, CPI State Secretariat Member Gujjala Eeswaraiah said that the allocation of public and forest land to a private organisation would amount to clear violation of the laws of environment protection. 'This could lead to deforestation, threaten wildlife habitats, and lead to the evacuation of the local tribal communities from atop the hills and foothills,' he said, adding that the issue would be elaborately discussed in the ensuing Annamayya district CPI Mahasabhalu scheduled in Madanapalle on August 11 and 12. In order to protect the fragile ecosystem of the Horsley Hills and its vibrancy as a popular tourism destination, the CPI also launched 'One Lakh Signatures Campaign' to stall the move in favour of Baba Ramdev.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Yoga day: Garhwa joins celebrations
1 2 3 Garhwa: Thousands of participants, including Garhwa DC, SP, administrative and police officers, school children, CRPF jawans and local people performed yoga on the occasion of Internation Day of Yoga on Saturday. DC, Dinesh Kumar Yadav, SP, Aman Kumar and representatives of Patanjali Yogpeeth jointly inaugurated the event in Birsa Munda Helipad Park ground. Addressing the gathering, DC Dinesh Kumar Yadav said, "Yoga plays an important role in development of healthy mind and healthy body". He called upon the people to add yoga in their daily life so that healthy body and mind can well be developed. Yoga has been born in our country which is now followed by entire world. Yoga associates together body, mind and soul. Through Yoga we can attain health, unity and spiritual enlightenment. SP, Aman Kumar said, "Yoga is the best remedy of depression. Not only this but it also helps to get rid from many incurable diseases. Besides Yoga helps to keep mind peaceful". Garhwa SDM, Sanjay Kumar said, "Yoga is not limited to only 'aasans' but it is a lifestyle. Yoga is a science, people from all over the world are attracted towards Yoga, they are performing Yoga for physical health, mental peace and for maintaining spiritual balance".
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Karnal: CM Saini, Ramdev among 1 lakh to be part of state-level Yoga Day celebrations
Atleast 1 lakh yoga practitioners along with Haryana chief minister Nayab Saini and Baba Ramdev and are likely to turn up at the state-level programme for International Yoga Festival in Kurukshetra on minister of state Subhash Sudha said that the event, which will be held on the banks of Brahmasarovar, will create a new world record under the leadership of CM Saini. SP Nitish Aggarwal said that atleast 2,000 cops from neighbouring districts have been deployed on duty . (HT photo for representation) Addressing a press conference, Sudha said that all preparations have been made for the event, where more than 1 lakh participants from Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haryana Yoga Aayog and various institutions of the district will take part in this yoga DC Neha Singh said that for the programme, the Brahmasarovar complex has been divided into 64 sectors and the fairground into 37 sectors, 1,000 participants will do yoga in each sector. 'A yoga instructor, Patanjali member, policeman, administrative nodal officer, volunteer will be present in each sector, while 31 LED screens have been installed to connect all the participants with the yoga programme, out of which 20 have been installed in the Brahmasarovar complex and 11 in the fairground. 37,000 school students, staff and family members will participate in the yoga program, 40,000 participants will come from Patanjali Yogpeeth and Haryana Yoga Commission and apart from this, about 25,000 people will come from various institutions of the city,' she said. The DC further said that a temporary arrangement of 100 mobile toilets has been made at the event venue and apart from this, more than 20 permanent toilets are also located around various ghats in the Brahmasarovar complex. 'Live telecast arrangements have been made to broadcast the programme live and to connect with the programme of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Photography-videography will be done with drone cameras at the yoga event venue. Media center has been set up in the auditorium of the KDB office located at Brahmasarovar. Parking arrangements have been made near Kurukshetra University,' she added. SP Nitish Aggarwal said that atleast 2,000 cops from neighbouring districts have been deployed on duty and several CCTV cameras have also been installed.
