The founder of the Art of Living, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, will visit Pune from February 5 to 8. During his visit he will stay at the Triveni Ashram in Markal near Alandi, he will address gatherings of sarpanches, farmers, and corporate leaders, approximately 1.5 million devotees will join the event, a tent at the ashram has been set up to hold big groups of people. Along with cultural events highlighting the uniqueness of Maharashtra, the tour will feature displays of village life in Maharashtra as well as traditional practices and performances including Powada, Shivrajyabhishek, Nashik Dhol, and Tribal Koku dance.
A Schedule of Events
Day 1 – February 5: Sarpanches Meeting
– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on the first day will address a meeting with sarpanches (village heads) at the Art of Living Triveni Ashram.
Day 2 – February 6: Farmer Interaction and Wisdom Session
– The focus shifts to interacting with 10,000 farmers who have benefited from natural farming training.
– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar will also host a wisdom session, imparting spiritual insights.
Day 3 – February 7: Corporate World Engagement
– A significant day as the spiritual leader meets over 200 leaders from the corporate world, fostering connections and sharing wisdom.
Day 4 – February 8: Cultural Display
– The grand finale at the Triveni Ashram includes a spectacular cultural showcase in the evening.
– Various performances such as Powada and Shivrajyabhishek ceremonies, Nashik Dhol, Tribal Koku dance, and demonstrations of Maharashtrian village activities will be featured.
– The rich Puneri culture will be highlighted, encompassing world-famous festivals like Ganeshotsav, Palkhi, and Gondhal by Haridas Shinde.
Throughout the four days, devotees are expected to gather in a 1.50 lakh sq ft pavilion at the ashram, creating an atmosphere of spiritual connection and cultural celebration. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s visit promises to be a holistic experience, combining spiritual teachings with cultural richness.
