Commemorating the 125th birth anniversary of
About Babuji
A Spiritual Scientist Par Excellence
Ram Chandra of Shahjahanpur (1899-1983), fondly known as Babuji, was a yogi hailing from Uttar Pradesh, Northern India.
He dedicated the majority of his life to the development and propagation of a unique method of Raja Yoga meditation known as Sahaj Marg.
In 1945, with a vision to spread this spiritual practice, he founded the Shri Ram Chandra Mission, an organization named in honor of his spiritual teacher, who also bore the name Ram Chandra. Beyond his spiritual teachings, Babuji's life was marked by humility, dedication, and a deep commitment to guiding individuals on their inner journeys. He believed in the universality of spiritual truths and worked tirelessly to make meditation accessible and relevant to the contemporary world.
About Shri Ram Nath Kovind
Former President of India
Chairman of the International Celebrations Committee
- Shri Ram Nath Kovind was sworn in as the 14th President of India on 25 July 2017. A lawyer by profession, he had been the Governor of the State of Bihar before he took over the highest constitutional office. Shri Kovind brings to the office a rich experience of working across the spectrum of the republic, from the grassroots to the apex court and parliament. He has been an ardent champion of equality in society and integrity in public life.
- Shri Kovind was elected as a member of the Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of Parliament, from Uttar Pradesh effective from April 1994. He served two consecutive terms of six years each till March 2006. Serving on numerous Parliamentary Committees, he gathered in-depth experience in governance. He addressed the United Nations General Assembly on 22 October 2003 as a member of the Indian delegation.
Planned Events
125 years of Babuji’s legacy: 1899-2024
Mega Events – 125th Birth Anniversary
- As 2024 unfolds, Kanha Shanti Vanam is set to become the epicenter of a monumental celebration. Preparations are in full swing for a mega meditation event, poised to welcome an astounding 125,000 attendees. This spiritual gathering will not only be a testament to collective consciousness but also a tribute to a significant milestone. On April 30, 2024, we will inaugurate the 125th Birth Anniversary Celebration of beloved Babuji.
- Additionally, attendees will be treated to a special screening of the "Life of Babuji" movie, a cinematic journey through the inspiring chapters of his life.
- Three large gatherings to take place in Kanha Shanti Vanam in 2024 to commemorate the 125th Birth Anniversary of Babuji.
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125 years of Babuji’s legacy: 1899-2024
Year-long celebrations resonating across the nation
- Meditation event to celebrate 125 years of Babuji: Kanha Shanti Vanam, World HQ of the Heartfulness movement will see an attendance of an astounding 125,000 attendees from across the world.
- Music Festival at Kanha Shanti Vanam: An amalgamation of soulful music and deep meditation, where musical legends from diverse traditions converge to celebrate the spirit of their cultures and hearts.
- Paris Yoga Exhibition: Master Yoga, 2024: To commemorate a decade of International Day of Yoga on June 14th to 23rd in collaboration with UNESCO Headquarters and Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO.
- Dhyanotsavs: Pan-India yoga and meditation festivals with HeartfulMinds training for children and Heartful Agriculture training.
- Collectibles: Release of collector’s edition books authored around Babuji’s works including Complete Works of Ram Chandra, and Spiritual Anatomy as well as a Lladro Statue, and Coin.
Kanha Music Festival
UNESCO Paris Yoga Exhibition: Master Yoga, 2024
Promoting Yoga as a Science, as a Culture, and as an Educative tool
- To commemorate Babuji’s 125th birth anniversary and a decade of International Day of Yoga on June 14th to 23rd, 2024, in collaboration with UNESCO Headquarters and Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO.
- A comprehensive exhibition on yoga, as a way to access sustainable peace, a means to develop love, harmony, unity and compassion, as we envision it, resonate harmoniously with the ideals and mission of UNESCO.
Babuji’s elegance immortalized as a Lladro statue
In commemoration of the 125th birth anniversary of Babuji, we proudly launch Babuji's Lladró statue, a masterpiece that embodies his spiritual grace and timeless legacy in stunningly realistic porcelain.
Babuji's exquisitely detailed figurine stands alongside illustrious depictions of Lord Jesus Christ, Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Frida Kahlo, and the like.
Lladró statues, handcrafted in Spain, are symbols of artistic excellence, grandeur, and prestige, with each piece reflecting meticulous craftsmanship and emotional depth.
First-ever issue of Babuji’s Stamp and Coin Memorabilia
We plan to commemorate Babuji's profound impact and teachings by the first ever issue of coins and stamps dedicated to him.
- Exclusive designs capturing Babuji’s grandeur and contributions.
- Limited edition release for collectors.
- To be launched on April 30th 2024.
These are representative images of the Coin and Stamp issued by the Government of India towards commemorating Babuji
