“PM Modi’s Spiritual Visit to Kanha Shanti Vanam: Planting Roots of Devotion and Well-being”
Hyderabad, November 26, 2023 – Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced Kanha Shanti Vanam, the global headquarters of Shri Ram Chandra Mission and Heartfulness, on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Accompanied by Revered Daaji, the Spiritual Guide of Heartfulness and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, the Prime Minister explored the facility, including the world’s largest meditation hall that can host an impressive one lakh people simultaneously.
Rev. Daaji warmly welcomed and felicitated the Prime Minister, who, during his visit, unveiled a commemorative plaque celebrating 125 years of Babuji celebrations. As part of the Heartfulness Institute’s Green Kanha Initiative, PM Modi planted a Bakul tree, also known as the Pagoda or Indian Bullet tree. This tree, associated with Vrishchik Rashi and Anuradha Nakshtra, holds cultural and astronomical significance, being the birth star of the Prime Minister. The Bakul tree is renowned for fragrant flowers symbolizing unwavering devotion and edible fruits, with all parts having medicinal properties, contributing to the cure of various ailments, including liver diseases.
Addressing a diverse gathering of over 40,000 people from across the globe, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed admiration for the inspiring work at Kanha Shanti Vanam under Pujya Daaji’s guidance. He praised the center as the world’s largest meditation hub, radiating positive energy. The Prime Minister highlighted the global adoption of Indian traditions, including yoga and meditation, by over 160 countries, a testament to the center’s significant service to humanity.
PM Modi commended Pujya Daaji for his remarkable contributions to both the pharmaceutical industry and spirituality, considering him one of the greatest souls the Prime Minister has encountered. Reflecting on India’s resurgence through meditation, yoga, ayurveda, and other sciences, he emphasized pride in the nation’s heritage. The Prime Minister outlined his vision for a robust India, encapsulated in the pillars of Nari Shakti, Yuva Shakti, Shram Shakti, and Udyam Shakti, ensuring empowerment for women, youth, employees, enterprises, and labor.
Pujya Daaji, Guide of Heartfulness and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, praised Prime Minister Modi as a global leader, attributing India’s shining status to his visionary leadership. Daaji underscored the importance of inner cleansing through meditation to address the root cause of problems, referring to thought pollution. He recommended daily meditation as a means to cleanse the mind and proudly endorsed India’s heritage.
Shri Ram Chandra Mission, offering free global meditation teachings for 78 years, promotes Heartfulness meditation, a blend of ancient Indian traditions and modern practices. Kanha Shanti Vanam, inaugurated by former President Ram Nath Kovind in 2020, has transformed into a green oasis with over 10 lakh saplings and nurseries housing 280 critically endangered species. Beyond its role as a meditation center, Kanha serves as a hub for learning, yoga, wellness, sustainable living, ecological preservation, and water conservation.
In recent years, Kanha Shanti Vanam has attracted prominent figures from various fields, including sports, music, film, academia, and entrepreneurship. Notable practitioners and supporters include Pullela Gopichand, P.V. Sindhu, Rohit Sharma, Kabir Bedi, and Ricky Kej. The Heartfulness movement continues to thrive with over 5,000 centers and millions of practitioners in 160 countries.
About Heartfulness:
Heartfulness, rooted in the teachings of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, offers simple meditative practices and lifestyle changes for peace, happiness, and wisdom. Suitable for people of all backgrounds and beliefs, these practices aim to foster inner calm, compassion, courage, and clarity of thought. Supported by Pranahuti, a divine energy for human transformation, over 100,000 professionals meditate globally, with ongoing training in schools, colleges, and corporate entities. The Heartfulness community, comprising thousands of certified volunteer trainers, continues to grow and impact lives worldwide.
