International Day of Happiness
With Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
44 years of transforming lives
180 countries
10,000+ centers worldwide
80 Cr+ lives touched
Gurudev establishes The Art of Living.
1981
Gurudev is invited to address the Scottish Parliament at Edinburgh, UK.
2004
Borders fade as over 2.5 million people from over 150 countries come together to meditate with Gurudev at The Art of Living's Silver Jubilee celebration in Bengaluru, India.
2006
Gurudev unveils the Declaration of Human-Values at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington, DC.
2007
More than 70,000 people from 151 countries converge at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, Germany, celebrating Art of Living’s accomplishments and diversity from every corner of the world.
2011
1,50,000 people experienced a profound combination of lively music and silent meditation with Gurudev in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
2012
I Meditate Africa - launch of a very simple campaign promoting peace in Africa, encouraging the use of meditation as a mainstream peace building block eventually impacting millions in Africa.
2013
Gurudev visits Iraq including the riskiest war-torn areas to meet with the people and provide solace.
2015
World Culture Festival II
Over 3.75 million meditate with Gurudev and are thrilled with cultural performances from over 100 countries on the world's largest floating stage.
2016
The FARC-Colombia Peace Treaty is made possible by Gurudev's efforts showcasing the power of meditation in ending a half-century old conflict.
2016
The Royal Albert Hall, typically a venue for diverse music and prestigious theater performances is steeped in pin-drop silence as Gurudev guides an audience of thousands in deep meditation.
2016
Gurudev is invited to address the European Parliament on "Meditation to Mediation"
2019
During the Covid pandemic, Gurudev leads live meditations twice a day for over two months to help millions find inner strength and solace in the most stressful period the world has faced in recent times.
2020
"I Stand for Peace" - Gurudev tours countries in Europe and US leading meditations to help people find inner peace at a time of conflict and war in Europe.
2022
1.1 million gather at the National Mall in Washington DC for the World Culture Festival, with a unique mix of energetic performances by 17,000 global artists and serene meditations led by Gurudev.
2023
Events with Gurudev
A Global Happiness Moment
This is a chance to be part of the solution, not just witness to the problem. When we cultivate happiness within, we create peace in our surroundings.
Global meditation
Millions around the world will be meditating together, creating a powerful wave of happiness that will ripple across continents and touch countless hearts
Master of Meditation
Meditation with Gurudev isn’t just an event—it’s an experience!
If You Can Breathe, You Can Meditate!
Begin your Happiness Journey
Global Happiness Program
*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects
Happiness Program
Boost immunity • Remove stress • Improve relationships • Live with joy & purpose
*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects
Happiness Program for Youth
Increase focus & attention • Develop self-discipline • Quieten your mind
*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects