Congratulations, Phil, on this incredible effort & your concern for the planet’s soil. May the world’s largest soil painting inspire every Nation to restore the lost glory of the world’s largest living system: Our Soil. Let’s make it happen. Best wishes & Blessings. -Sg #SaveSoil
A pleasure and an honour to meet you, Your Excellency President Emmanuel Macron. Gratitude for your warmth and hospitality. Much regard & Blessings. - Sg @EmmanuelMacron
I read Sadhguru’s article on how Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel united Bharat and prevented its Balkanisation, and I found myself reflecting on a question that goes far beyond history: What does it take for a civilisation as ancient and diverse as ours to emerge as a confident global power?
The article offers a powerful reminder that nation-building requires vision, courage and an understanding of what binds a people together.
At Independence, 565 princely states presented a formidable challenge. Patel’s political acumen, diplomatic finesse and decisive leadership helped prevent the fragmentation of a civilisation into competing political entities. He understood that freedom without territorial integrity and political cohesion would leave Bharat vulnerable.
What I particularly appreciate in Sadhguru’s perspective is the deeper civilisational question: What holds such a diverse nation together?
Bharat’s strength has never depended on cultural uniformity. Our languages, traditions, philosophies and ways of worship vary enormously, yet a shared civilisational inheritance connects us across generations. This diversity, anchored in an expansive cultural consciousness, becomes a source of strength when nurtured with mutual respect and national purpose.
For Bharat’s future on the global stage, this offers three vital lessons:
• Strategic autonomy:
A cohesive Bharat can negotiate with confidence, protect its interests and engage global powers without surrendering its independent judgment.
• Civilisational confidence:
We must present our intellectual traditions, scientific heritage, philosophical insights and cultural achievements to the world with scholarship, clarity and conviction.
• Unity through aspiration:
Our greatest national asset is the potential of our people. Education, innovation, economic opportunity and capable institutions must translate civilisational pride into tangible progress.
Sardar Patel helped secure the political foundations of modern Bharat. The responsibility now rests with us to build upon them, creating a nation that commands global respect through its capabilities, integrity, cultural confidence and contribution to humanity.
I deeply appreciate Sadhguru for bringing this crucial chapter of our national history into focus and connecting it with the larger question of Bharat’s destiny. His insights encourage us to look at nation-building not merely as a political exercise, but as a civilisational responsibility.
Bharat must know its past, stand firmly in its civilisational identity and shape the future with the confidence of a nation conscious of its immense possibilities.
#BharatKiBaat 🇮🇳
Read Sadhguru’s article: https://t.co/JaPXtlorWY
When a young life becomes so poisoned by hate that he plans to kill those he sees as different, it reflects our failure in nurturing the next generation. It is most important that we cultivate a sense of inclusion and work toward raising human consciousness. Our deep gratitude to those who acted promptly to prevent the Aurora attack. – Sg
Artificial Intelligence is the next evolution of machines, not of human beings. It will bring more comfort and convenience, but it will not enhance human beings in any way. If human consciousness evolves faster than technology, AI could be a tremendous boon for humanity. If it does not, it will cost us something very serious – something we may not be able to recover from. –Sg
The real water reserve is beneath our feet. Soil has the capacity to hold 800% more water than all the rivers put together. But that potential can be realized only when the land has substantial native vegetation in the form of trees, bushes, summer crops, or ground cover that enriches the soil organic content. It is not just about building more dams to store more water. The biggest dam on the planet is the Soil. –Sg #SaveSoil
I was freaking out until my friend - who was part of one of the groups to Kailash - messaged saying she was fine.
Those few minutes before that were pure terror.
And it made me realise something super uncomfortable.
When something terrible happens to people we do not know, we genuinely feel bad. We say, “This is horrible.” We read the news, watch the videos, talk about it, feel disturbed… and then, somehow, continue with our day.
But the moment there is even a possibility that someone you love might be there, the same event becomes completely different.
Suddenly it is not news.
It is fear in your stomach. Hands shaking with fear. Your mind is completely blank and buzzing at the same time. Tears rolling down - thinking the worst. Rechecking your phone. Waiting for that one message. One confirmation that they are okay.
And when that message finally came, the relief was overwhelming.
But almost immediately, I felt guilty.
Because there are people for whom that message will never come.
There are families right now experiencing exactly the terror I felt for those few minutes, except their worst fear may actually have become real.
Why does the human mind need someone to be “mine” before suffering becomes this visceral?
Why can I intellectually understand another person’s pain, even sincerely feel terrible for them, and yet experience it so differently when it touches someone I love?
That difference in us is just so cruel.
Maybe this is what makes empathy so difficult. We know every stranger is somebody’s daughter, husband, mother, friend. But most of the time, we know it only as an idea.
For a few minutes today, I felt that, and it was truly terrifying.
Met with the Ambassador of Germany to India H.E. Dr. Philipp Ackermann, at the German Embassy in New Delhi. Without healthy soil, there’s no clean air, water or food. Let’s not lead our young generation into such a world. Let’s come together to #SaveSoil this #WorldSoilDay.
In Tamil culture, we refer to soil as Thaai Mann, or Mother Soil. Very apt that Nat Geo has chosen to profile a woman farmer for her pioneering work to Save Soil. Congratulations, Shyamala Gunasekaran, on this wonderful recognition of your efforts and success! Without rich soil, there is no rich life. May many more farmers be inspired by your commitment. Blessings. - Sg @cpsavesoil
A turnaround story is always truly inspiring!
Farmers are getting recognized for their efforts to make agriculture lucrative again!
This is incredible news for the nation!
@WHO Meditation is a very powerful tool from my own experience to take charge of your mind and it's the need of an hour to invest some time for your mental well-being, I am using Miracle of Mind free app, highly recommended for everyone to try https://t.co/t0Shd6nAlZ
It’s been nearly 6 months since I set out from India on the #JourneyForSoil 🌱 Starting in Australia and now pedaling through Europe — here’s a glimpse from Denmark 🇩🇰
A city in Australia recognising a 19-year-old cycling across countries for soil shows the world is beginning to listen.
This isn’t just a letter.
It’s a signal to #Savesoil
The soil is dying.
The silence is ending.
The movement is growing.
Good to see Indian global media highlighting this, may more media platforms use their voice to make soil health everyone’s priority.
Honoured to carry this movement from India to the world 🇮🇳🌏. This isn’t just my ride, it’s a journey for every child that eats.
#SaveSoil
Yogandhra, a celebration to mark the #InternationalDayofYoga, achieved two Guinness World Records.
Sprawling across a 28-kilometre coastal corridor from RK Beach in Visakhapatnam to Bheemunipatnam, the event drew 300,105 Yoga practitioners young and old, experienced and new. They practiced Yoga in unison and broke the #GuinnessWorldRecord for the world’s largest open air Yoga gathering, in which Prime Minister @narendramodi, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn and Deputy Chief Minister @PawanKalyan also took part. The second record came through an inspiring performance of Surya Namaskar, executed synchronously by 22,122 tribal students for 108 continuous minutes.
50 committed Isha volunteers also participated in the event.
#InternationalDayofYoga2025
Cycling for Soil – Sahil Jha in Indonesia! As part of his extraordinary cross country travel across 4 continents, young Earth Buddy Sahil Jha pedaled through Indonesia, carrying one powerful message: Save Soil.
At the prestigious UGM (Universitas Gadjah Mada) University in Indonesia, Sahil was welcomed with heartfelt support and deep conversations on the urgency to combat soil and land degradation. From engaging with students to sharing insights with soil experts, the message was loud and clear — healthy soil is the foundation of a sustainable future.
The expert panel at the event included:
• Raline Shah – Save Soil Ambassador
• Prof. Benito Heru Purwanto – Faculty of Agriculture, UGM
•Praveena Shridhar – Chief Science & Technology Officer, Save Soil Movement
•Wirastuti Widyatmanti, S. Si., Ph.D. – Head of UGM’s Strategic Management Bureau
On this World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, let us recognize that saving soil is crucial for the world—because healthy soil retains water, supports life, and is our first line of defense against the devastating impacts of drought and desertification. Indonesia is rising for soil. Are you?
#SaveSoil #desertificationanddroughtday
@cpsavesoil Kudos to this young boy’s unstoppable heart and unwavering commitment to the soil! Truly inspiring to see him pedal across continents, spreading the message of soil health. May his journey ignite action worldwide. 🌍💚 #SaveSoil#DesertificationAndDroughtDay