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Hans India
04-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Padma Shri awardee Baba Shivanand passes away at 128, PM Modi pays tribute
New Delhi: Renowned spiritual guru and yoga practitioner Baba Shivanand, a Padma Shri awardee, passed away at the age of 128 in Varanasi due to health complications. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the Baba's demise. Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister wrote, "It is extremely saddening to hear about the demise of Shivanand Baba Ji, a yoga practitioner and resident of Kashi. His life dedicated to yoga and sadhana will continue to inspire every generation of the country. He was also awarded Padma Shri for serving the society through yoga. Shivanand Baba's departure to Shivaloka is an irreparable loss for all of us Kashi residents and millions of people who draw inspiration from him. I pay my tribute to him in this hour of grief." Baba Sivanand, who passed away on Saturday night, was admitted to BHU Hospital on April 30 after experiencing health issues. A resident of Kashi (Varanasi), Baba Sivanand was known for his disciplined lifestyle centred around yoga, meditation, and spiritual practice. His dedication to holistic wellness and traditional Indian values earned him national recognition when he was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022 for his exceptional contribution to society through yoga. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also paid his respects. In a post on X in Hindi (loosely translated), he wrote, "The demise of Kashi's renowned yoga guru 'Padma Shri' Swami Shivanand ji, who made an unparalleled contribution in the field of 'Yoga', is extremely sad. Humble tribute to him! Your spiritual practice and life of yoga is a great inspiration for the entire society. You dedicated your entire life to the expansion of yoga. I pray to Baba Vishwanath to grant salvation to the departed soul and give strength to his bereaved followers to bear this immense sorrow. Om Shanti!" Baba Shivanand was born on August 8, 1896, in the Sylhet district of present-day Bangladesh. Orphaned at the age of six after his parents died of starvation, he was taken in by Omkarnand, who became his spiritual mentor and guided him in yogic and ascetic disciplines. His long and disciplined life, marked by simplicity and devotion, made him a revered figure. Disciples stated that his body has been kept at his residence in Kabirnagar Colony for the public to pay their last respects. His last rites will be performed later this evening.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Padma Shri Yoga guru Baba Sivanand passes away in Varanasi
. Yoga practitioner Baba Sivanand passed away in Varanasi on Saturday night. His followers say he was 128 years old. He had been admitted to Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Hospital on April 30 due to health-related complications. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Baba Sivanand on X, calling his passing an "irreparable loss." He wrote, "It is extremely saddening to hear about the demise of Shivanand Baba Ji, a yoga practitioner and resident of Kashi. His life dedicated to yoga and sadhana will continue to inspire every generation of the country. He was also awarded Padma Shri for serving the society through yoga.' The Prime Minister added, 'Shivanand Baba's departure to Shivaloka is an irreparable loss for all of us Kashi residents and millions of people who draw inspiration from him.' Born on 8 August 1896 in Sylhet district, now in Bangladesh, Baba Sivanand lost his parents to starvation at the age of six. He was later cared for by his spiritual mentor Omkarnand. His followers credit his long life to a disciplined routine—waking up at 3 am, practising yoga, eating only boiled food, and sleeping on a mat. He was honoured with the Padma Shri for his contributions to yoga in 2022. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also paid tribute, saying, 'Your sadhana and yoga-filled life is a great inspiration for the whole society.' Baba Sivanand's body has been kept at his home in Kabirnagar Colony for people to pay their last respects. The final rites are scheduled to be performed later today, according to his disciples.
The Hindu
04-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Padma Shri awardee Baba Sivanand dies in Varanasi
Padma Shri awardee spiritual guru Baba Sivanand died here of health complications. His disciples claim he was 128. Baba Sivanand had been admitted to BHU Hospital on April 30 with some health issues. He died Saturday (May 3, 2025) night. His body has been kept at his residence in Kabirnagar Colony for the people to pay their last respects. His last rites will be performed later this evening, the disciples said. Born on August 8, 1896, in the Sylhet district of present-day Bangladesh, Baba Sivanand lost his parents to starvation when he was just six years old, they said. Since then, he followed a life of austerity and discipline, eating only half a stomach of food, they said. After his parents' demise, he was taken under the care of Omkarnand, who became his guardian and mentor. It was under his guidance that Baba Sivanand received spiritual education and life teachings. Recognised for his contributions to yoga and spirituality, Baba Sivanand was conferred with the Padma Shri in 2022. His disciples credited his longevity and robust health to his disciplined lifestyle. They said he would wake up at 3 am every day, practice yoga, and manage all his chores by himself. He ate only boiled food and slept on a mat. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid his tributes to the yoga guru and prayed for his salvation. वरिष्ठ पत्रकार एवं राष्ट्रीय सहारा के सलाहकार संपादक श्री विजय राय जी का निधन अत्यंत दुःखद है। उन्हें विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि! मेरी संवेदनाएं शोक संतप्त परिवार के साथ हैं। प्रभु श्री राम से प्रार्थना है कि दिवंगत आत्मा को सद्गति तथा शोकाकुल परिजनों को यह अथाह दुःख सहन करने की शक्ति… — Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) May 4, 2025 "It is very sad that famous yoga guru of Kashi 'Padma Shri' Swami Shivanand ji, who made an unparalleled contribution in the field of 'Yoga', passed away. Humble tribute to him!" he wrote on X. "Your sadhana and yoga-filled life is a great inspiration for the whole society. You dedicated your whole life to the expansion of yoga. I pray to Baba Vishwanath to grant salvation to the departed soul and give strength to his bereaved followers to bear this immense grief. Om Shanti!" he added.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Who was Baba Sivanand, the Padma Shri awardee who allegedly died at the age of 128 in Varanasi?
Renowned spiritual leader and Padma Shri awardee Baba Sivanand passed away in Varanasi on Saturday night due to health complications. He was reportedly 128 years old, according to his disciples. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Code of war: India and Pakistan take their battle to the (web)front Forex reserves show a pauperised Pakistan, a prospering India Pakistan conducts training launch of surface-to surface ballistic missile Baba Sivanand had been admitted to the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Hospital on April 30 after complaining of health issues. Following his death, his body has been kept at his residence in Kabirnagar Colony for devotees and well-wishers to pay their last respects. His last rites are scheduled to be performed later this evening. All about Padma Shri awardee Baba Sivanand Born on August 8, 1896, in the Sylhet district of present-day Bangladesh, Baba Sivanand faced hardship from an early age. His disciples say he lost both his parents to starvation when he was just six years old. Following the tragedy, he was taken in by Omkarnand, who became his mentor and spiritual guide. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 3 minutes, if you own a mouse Undo Under Omkarnand's tutelage, Baba Sivanand embraced a life of asceticism, spiritual learning, and strict discipline. He reportedly survived on a simple diet, eating only half a stomach of food and consuming only boiled meals. His daily routine included waking up at 3 a.m., practicing yoga , and handling his personal chores independently. He also chose to sleep on a mat and lived without any luxuries. In recognition of his lifelong contributions to yoga and spirituality, Baba Sivanand was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2022. Live Events Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to the spiritual leader, expressing deep sorrow over his passing. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, "It is very sad that famous yoga guru of Kashi 'Padma Shri' Swami Shivanand ji, who made an unparalleled contribution in the field of Yoga, passed away. Humble tribute to him!" He further added, "Your sadhana and yoga-filled life is a great inspiration for the whole society. You dedicated your whole life to the expansion of yoga. I pray to Baba Vishwanath to grant salvation to the departed soul and give strength to his bereaved followers to bear this immense grief. Om Shanti."
New Indian Express
04-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Padma Shri awardee Baba Sivanand passes away at 128 in Varanasi
VARANASI: Padma Shri awardee and renowned spiritual guru Baba Sivanand passed away on Saturday night due to health complications. He was admitted to the BHU Hospital on April 30 after experiencing health issues. According to his disciples, Baba Sivanand was 128 years old at the time of his death. His body has been kept at his residence in Kabirnagar Colony for the public to pay their last respects. His last rites will be performed later this evening, the disciples said. Born on August 8, 1896, in the Sylhet district of present-day Bangladesh, Baba Sivanand lost both his parents to starvation when he was just six years old. Following their death, he was taken in by Omkarnand, who became his guardian and mentor. Under Omkarnand's guidance, Baba Sivanand received spiritual education and life teachings. He was known for living a life of extreme austerity and discipline. His followers said he maintained robust health by following a strict lifestyle—eating only boiled food, waking up at 3 am daily, practicing yoga, and performing all his chores himself. He slept on a mat and always ate only half a stomach of food. In recognition of his lifelong contributions to yoga and spirituality, Baba Sivanand was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022.
