Gurudev Visits Maharashtra

 

Addresses over 1 million on combating corruption, organic farming, preventing suicide

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Maharashtra, India, November 18 – 25, 2012

Gurudev’s visit across Maharashtra spanned 10 days and 1,000 miles. More than one million persons attended his talks, which addressed an array of issues facing the region.

Gurudev said, “Corruption begins where belongingness ends. And spirituality is expanding belongingness.”

At Parbhani, where the Mayor and other local officials accorded him a warm welcome, Gurudev urged residents to combat corruption through peaceful means and emphasized the need for human values in politics.

Gurudev also addressed the concerns of the region’s farmers during his visit. At the annual “Kisan Mela” or Farmers Meet in Maharashtra, Gurudev said, “If the village improves, the country will improve; the heart of the country is in the villages.” He urged farmers to pursue organic farming free from harmful chemicals and fertilizers, and adopt methods that will help preserve natural resources such as land and water.

Gurudev reiterated his call for organic farming and support for the agricultural community at Rajewadi, where he interacted with 30,000 farmers.

In commemoration of Gurudev’s efforts to advance hygiene and cleanliness, Selu Nagar Parishad, a local governing body in Selu, India, declared November 20, 2012 as “Gurudev Swachata Divas” (Cleanliness Day).

Gurudev spoke to Selu’s residents about the benefits of cleanliness and environment-friendly practices such as recycling and organic farming.

Gurudev also addressed concerns about increasing number of suicides in the state. At Osmanabad, where thousands attended his meditation workshop, Gurudev highlighted the importance of spiritual education to curb the suicides.

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