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Apr 07 2024

World Health Day Celebrated at Parmarth Vidya Mandir

With our Co-founder Pujya Swamiji and Pujya Sadhviji, World Health Day was beautifully celebrated by GIWA and World Toilet College (WTC) by conducting a one-day event at Divine Shakti Foundation's free school Parmarth Vidya Mandir and our free vocational training centre, Parmarth Naari Shakti Kendra. WTC's State Coordinator Shri Praveenji, with the help of staff of Parmarth Vidya Mandir, led a wonderful program emphasizing the importance of health, handwashing and personal hygiene. Seventy enthusiastic kids participated and were provided with soaps and Dettol hand sanitizer for hygiene awareness. We were honored to...

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Mar 23 2024

Sadhviji Joins Navatmabodhanam 2024 Virtual Speaker Series at Canada’s Guruvayurappan Temple

Sadhvi Bhagawatiji took part recently in the Navatmabodhanam 2024 Virtual Speaker Series at Canada's Guruvayurappan Temple along with beautiful brothers and sisters from the Chinmaya Mission and Vedanta Societies in North America.  She shared about the "Path of Righteousness" that Bhagawan Krishna offers us in the Bhagavad Gita and how we can Live Our Dharma in the Modern World!  Watch here and enjoy....

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Mar 22 2024

“Celebrating Water for Peace”: A Confluence of Global Leaders and Visionaries on the River Ganga, in the Himalayas

The serene banks of the sacred River Ganga witnessed a momentous gathering of global leaders, esteemed dignitaries, and passionate advocates for water conservation and peace during the celebration of World Water Day at the Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh. World Water Day serves as a crucial platform to underscore the importance of freshwater and advocate for its sustainable stewardship and fair distribution. This year’s theme of 'Water for Peace' highlights the interconnectedness between water and global stability, stressing the necessity for collaboration and joint efforts to tackle water-related issues. More than 3 billion people worldwide depend on water...

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Mar 17 2024

Medical Camp and Bhandara organized by Parmarth Niketan in Mayakund, Rishikesh on Sadhviji’s Birthday

A grand feast and free medical camp were organized by Parmarth Niketan at Maya Kund, Rishikesh, in honor of Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati Ji's birthday. The event saw over 1,000 people benefiting from the feast and free medical services. Additionally, efforts were made to promote regular vaccination for children aged zero to five years, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their health. The event also included a message about the significance of vaccinations in ensuring a healthy and prosperous future for children and communities. Notable guests from international yoga festivals also participated...

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Mar 15 2024

Successful Conclusion of the 7-Day International Yoga Festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Successful Conclusion of the 7-Day International Yoga Festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh, that featured 1500 international guests from over 75 countries, Revered Saints, Spiritual Masters & Yogacharyas, and Internationally Acclaimed Musicians The majestic town of Rishikesh, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas and on the banks of the sacred Ganges, witnessed the successful culmination of the 7-day International Yoga Festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Under the divine guidance of Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswati, President of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and Pujya Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, Director of IYF, the...

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Mar 14 2024

People From Over 75 Countries Conclude IYF 2024

People From Over 75 Countries Gathered For a Sacred Prayer Circle for World Peace & an Eco-Friendly Holi Celebration on the banks of Ganga; gather for an enlightening discourse with Dr. Isazhwar Basavareddi; and conclude the day with a concert by Sivamani, and celebrate Pujya Sadhviji’s 53rd birthday Highlights from the final day included a beautiful and special Ganga Aarti in which international participants representing over 75 countries gathered to pray for World Peace. Participants of the annual world famous International Yoga Festival celebrated a special, eco-friendly, green, YOGIC Holi with...

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Mar 13 2024

Day 6 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyTVBBdlUVc International Guests Make a Special Visit to the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram, popularly known as the Beatles Ashram on Day 6 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan The second to last day of IYF of the International Yoga Festival was another beautiful day as over 75 countries represented, came together to celebrate peace and love while celebrated musicians MC YOGI, Gurnimit Singh, Daphne Tse and more joined in a special collaborative concert. IYF is organised by Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh with the support of Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, in association...

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Mar 12 2024

Day 5 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan

Revered Saints and Spiritual Masters, Including Pujya Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, Seane Corn, and Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, Discuss how to Bridging the Divide During this Time of War and Divisiveness that Permeates the Globe at Day 5 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan; Internationally Acclaimed Artist Daphne Tse of ers a concert in the name of Love Day 5 of the International Yoga Festival was dedicated to a Wisdom Talk on a huge question on so many minds today: with so much war and divisiveness, what can we do...

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Mar 11 2024

Day 4 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan

World Renowned Ayurvedic and Spiritual Experts Including Vaidya Dr. Padma Nayani Raju, Dr. Smita Pankaj Naram, María Alejandra Avcharian and Anand Mehotra Of er Insights into the Power of Ayurveda to Heal at Day 4 of the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan Among the highlights of Day 4 of the International Yoga Festival was an enlightening Wisdom Talk on the Power of Ayurveda to Heal, lead by world leaders in the field, including Vaidya Dr. Padma Nayani Raju, Dr. Smita Pankaj Naram, María Alejandra Avcharian and Anand Mehotra. The day finished...

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Mar 10 2024

Day 3 of International Yoga Festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh

Spiritual Masters Pujya Maa Hansa Ji and Shri Gauranga Das Ji join us for Day 3 of International Yoga festival (IYF) at Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, and Padamshri Kailash Kher Treats Participants with Unique Blend of Indian Folk and Sufi Music  A highlight of Day 3 was a Spiritual Plenary Session on Living Yoga for Peace and Sustainability with H.H. Pujya Chidanand Saraswati Ji, Pujya Maa Hansa Yogendra Ji, Gauranga Das Ji, and Pujya Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati Ji IYF is organised by Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh with the support of Incredible India, Ministry of...

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