PM Modi to Kick Off Prashanti Kutiram's Golden Jubilee in Bengaluru
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 50th-anniversary celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram in Bengaluru on November 13.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bengaluru on November 13 to inaugurate the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram. The event marks a historic milestone as the institution completes 50 years of dedicated service in the fields of yoga, spirituality, integrative healthcare, scientific research, education, and nation-building.
Beyond the 50th-anniversary milestone, the celebrations will also commemorate the birth centenary of HV Sheshadri, adding another layer of significance to the Prime Minister's visit.
From a Humble Center to Global Recognition
The journey of Prashanti Kutiram has been one of remarkable growth. Padma Shri Dr HR Nagendra, President of the S-VYASA University Society and VYASA, noted that the institution began as a modest yoga center. Over the last five decades, it has transformed into an internationally acclaimed hub for yoga education and healthcare research.
Dr Nagendra emphasized that the Golden Jubilee is not just a celebration of the past, but a moment to express gratitude to supporters and outline a vision for the future phase of service to society.
International Ambassadors and Global Outreach
The event will see the presence of distinguished guests, including Prem Bhandari, the Chief Advisor for International Affairs at S-VYASA University. Bhandari, who also serves as the Chairman of Jaipur Foot USA and President of the Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA), has been instrumental in taking Indian traditions to the global stage.
Dr Nagendra praised Bhandari as a "true ambassador of Indian culture," citing his pivotal role in several high-profile initiatives, including:
- Organizing International Day of Yoga celebrations at the United Nations and Times Square.
- The launch of Vivekananda Yoga University at Capitol Hill.
- Efforts to organize a global yoga accreditation summit at the United Nations.
The Global Impact of International Yoga Day
Responding to the invitation, Prem Bhandari highlighted the role of Prime Minister Modi in elevating yoga's status worldwide. He credited the Prime Minister's visionary proposal at the United Nations, which led to the declaration of June 21 as the International Day of Yoga.
Bhandari noted that the resolution received historic support with 177 co-sponsoring countries, and today, the day is celebrated in over 100 nations, promoting health, harmony, and peace across diverse cultures and faiths.
Academic and Diplomatic Ties
Dr NK Manjunath, Vice Chancellor of S-VYASA University, also lauded Bhandari's contributions to expanding the presence of Indian knowledge systems in the United States over the last ten years. He recalled key milestones, such as the 2018 program at the United Nations premises featuring Dr Nagendra and the 2022 International Day of Yoga celebrations at Times Square involving Swami Avdheshanand Giri.
The university expressed its pride in collaborating with Bhandari and the Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) to bridge the gap between traditional Indian wisdom and global healthcare practices.