Kolkata, West Bengal: Former Indian cricketer Pranab Roy says, "First of all, this is a great privilege to be invited here this evening for the 70th birthday celebration of Guruji Sri Ravishankar, and it is amazing actually when I saw the reel and the amount of achievements Guru Ji has done it over the years. It is amazing absolutely, I mean it's like a Mahabharata and I'm very happy to be here. I learned a lot of things which I was not aware of it..."
Speaking to India Today Global at SPIEF 2026 in St. Petersburg, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar highlighted the immense potential for deeper India-Russia cooperation in tourism, culture, language exchange, and technology.
Addressing the Indian diaspora, he encouraged Indians in Russia to “nurture your roots and spread your wings,” while stressing the importance of strengthening people-to-people ties and business partnerships between the two countries.
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Breaking the Language Barrier: ‘Ekaterinburg MoU 🇮🇳-🇷🇺 Exchange Programme Could Be Nurturing Bed for Mutual Cooperation’ - Art of Living Foundation Founder, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@Gurudev) at SPIEF
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During the 'Russia-India' panel on opening new frontiers in bilateral relations, emphasized the role of language studies, student exchanges, Ayurveda, and spiritual and medical tourism in further strengthening ties between the nations.
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Addressed the @SPIEF panel on 'The Creative Economy' in St. Petersburg, highlighting the need to infuse creativity into sports and elevate indigenous art and culture on global platforms.
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Sustainable growth is possible only when ecology is protected. Only a conscious person can find the balance between development and the preservation of nature. Someone who is anxious, stressed, or depressed doesn’t even take care of themselves. You can’t expect them to care for nature.
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Boost 🇮🇳-🇷🇺 Tourism: ‘Indians Love Snow, Russians Crave Warm Beaches’ - Art of Living Foundation Founder, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@Gurudev) at SPIEF
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As I complete 52 years of life on the planet, it makes we so grateful to realize what a charmed life it has been. Thank you @Gurudev for giving light to my life and elevating the purpose of life from getting to giving.
Addressed 4,000 young professionals at the Sima-land group in Yekaterinburg.
Also planted a tree in the heart of the city, joined by three Members of Parliament and several artists.
Russia & India Can 'Unite' To Take 'Wellness' Global - 'Prevention Is Better Than Cure': Art of Living Foundation Founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (@Gurudev) At SPIEF
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From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Imphal to Indore, the scale of the gathering at The Art of Living International Centre reflected the extraordinary breadth of his influence across public life | @ArtofLiving | @Gurudev
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Deputy Governor Vasily Kozlov and ministers received me in Yekaterinburg and appreciated @ArtofLiving’s work in the region. Planned more programs in prisons, schools, and colleges. Also discussed the relevance of Yoga and Ayurveda, and how they can benefit Russia.
Yoga is gaining tremendous popularity across the world! Tomorrow, on 4th June, a very special competition, the 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 commences in Ahmedabad. This platform has brought together Yoga enthusiasts from around the world. It is a significant milestone on the global sporting roadmap for Yogasana. I will be joining the event via technology as well at around 6:40 PM tomorrow evening. My compliments to those who have organised such an innovative event and best wishes to all taking part.
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Did you know the deeper meaning behind the story of Lord Vishnu praying to the Mother Divine for help in the battle against Madhu and Kaitabh? @Gurudev in conversation with @AubreyMarcus!