Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

“My vision is a violence-free, stress-free society…”

Gurudev is a spiritual teacher, humanitarian, and peacemaker. Since 1981, he has taught breath-based meditation techniques for total well-being, touching the lives of over 800 million people worldwide. His unique gifts of insight, communication, and inspiration have also helped resolve conflicts and build community on local, national, and international fronts. 

Watch this short video introduction to his life and work.

Event Spotlight

A New Dawn in Kashmir: 20,000 Youth Unite for a Drug‑Free Future

Gurudev brings together 20,000 young Kashmiris in a powerful stand for a drug‑free, harmonious future.

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Timeless Teachings | Gurudev on Instagram

Free Inside - a documentary series from inside India’s prisons.

In the Episode 02 we step into Srinagar Central Jail, where inmates are discovering peace, healing, and true freedom through Art of Living programs.

This isn’t just a prison story. It’s about resilience, second chances, and the power of the breath.

Watch Episode 02 on Gurudev’s Youtube channel.
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If a room has been in darkness for 20 years it doesn’t take 20 years to bring light into it! Over 850,000 prisoners around the world have been rehabilitated through Sudarshan Kriya and Meditation as part of the Prison SMART programs.
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Life is much larger than birth and death, failure and success. You are the unblemished, pure, eternal Self. Knowing this, you will walk like a King.
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