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Associated Press
4 days ago
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Dada J.P. Vaswani's Global Forgiveness Day 2025 Celebrations Unite Cities Across the World in a Moment of Calm
Sadhu Vaswani Center Of World Peace team, committee members, Dada J.P. Vaswani's followers from New York and New Jersey gather under the Times Square billboard lit in his honour. From New York to Pune, London to Lucknow—millions paused at 2 PM on August 2 for a 2-minute Moment of Calm. Global Forgiveness Day 2025, inspired by Dada J.P. Vaswani and led by the Sadhu Vaswani Mission, united five continents in the power of forgiveness. The worldwide campaign culminated on Dada's 107th birth anniversary, reminding all to forgive, release, and rise free. Global Forgiveness Day Unites the World in a Moment of Calm and Collective Healing From New York to Pune, London to Lucknow, Singapore to Mumbai—millions across five continents paused at 2:00 p.m. local time on August 2 to observe a powerful Moment of Calm in honor of Global Forgiveness Day 2025. Participants embraced two minutes of silence to forgive and be forgiven, joining together across time zones in the shared intention to let go of anger, resentment, and emotional burdens. This global initiative was inspired by revered Indian spiritual teacher Dada J.P. Vaswani, whose life's work emphasized forgiveness as the foundation of inner peace and global harmony. His birthday, August 2, is now observed internationally as Global Forgiveness Day. Organized by the Sadhu Vaswani Mission and the Sadhu Vaswani Center for World Peace (USA), this year's multi-week campaign included immersive public events, including: At the center of this initiative was the Moment of Calm, a call for individuals around the globe to pause at 2:00 p.m. and practice Dada's 5-minute guided forgiveness meditation—an invitation to unburden the heart and choose to forgive, choose peace. A Growing Global Tradition, first proposed by Dada J.P. Vaswani, Global Forgiveness Day is now officially recognized by dozens of cities worldwide—including New York, Los Angeles, Pune, and Toronto—and is growing each year through creative, culturally inclusive activations. This year's campaign was driven by the mantra: 'Forgive. Release. Rise Free.', echoed through social media, live stranger interactions, schools, houses of worship, and public space reinforcing the message that forgiveness is not just a virtue but a path to emotional and collective freedom. It offered a powerful truth: forgiveness isn't for the other person—it's medicine for your own soul. What's Next? The Sadhu Vaswani Center for World Peace is building a first-of-its-kind sanctuary in New Jersey—featuring a Gurukul, Peace Park, and the world's first samadhi memorial in the West for both Dada J.P. Vaswani and Sadhu T.L. Vaswani. 'If you want peace in the world, start with peace in your heart,' said Didi Krishna Kumari, spiritual head of the global Sadhu Vaswani Mission, who led many of the campaign events personally. About Dada J.P. Vaswani Dada J.P. Vaswani (1918–2018) was an internationally respected spiritual leader, peace advocate, author of over 150 books, and a humanitarian. His teachings on forgiveness, vegetarianism, compassion, and inner transformation have been adopted by seekers, educators, and interfaith leaders around the world. His message continues to inspire millions to live with love, humility, and purpose. About the Sadhu Vaswani Mission and Center for World Peace Founded in Pune, India, the Sadhu Vaswani Mission is a global humanitarian and spiritual movement dedicated to service, education, and peace. Its U.S. affiliate, the Sadhu Vaswani Center for World Peace in New Jersey, is building the first dual memorial (samadhi shrine) in the West and serves as a hub for spiritual learning, value-based education, meditation, and community service. Media Contact Company Name: Sadhu Vaswani Center Email: Send Email City: New York State: New York Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: Dada J.P. Vaswani's Global Forgiveness Day 2025 Celebrations Unite Cities Across the World in a Moment of Calm
United News of India
02-08-2025
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- United News of India
J.P. Vaswani's 107th birth anniversary observed as Global Forgiveness Day
Pune, Aug 2 ( UNI) Dada J.P. Vaswani's 107th birth anniversary (jayanti) was observed today by individuals and organisations across the world as Global Forgiveness Day. This year's theme was based on the power of 'letting go'. Dada J.P. Vaswani championed the transformative power of forgiveness, teaching that it is essential for inner peace and healing. In this spirit, Global Forgiveness Day is observed on 2nd August, Dada's birthday, with the Moment of Calm at 2 p.m. as a designated time to forgive, said release today. The 'Let-it-go' box was unveiled recently by Didi Krishna Kumari, Head of Sadhu Vaswani Mission. The box is a symbolic tool that encourages individuals to release negative emotions such as anger or fear by writing them down and dropping them in it. The initiative teaches people not to suppress negativity, but to give it up completely — freeing themselves emotionally and spiritually. 450+ boxes were placed in locations across several countries. Many positive reviews poured in. The Lion's Club and corporates such as Mastercard and WeWork took part in the practice. Spiritual organisations, including Parmarth Niketan, Brahma Kumaris, and Shrimad Rajchandra Mission, also observed the Moment of Calm. School principals across India expressed appreciation for the practicality of the 'Let-it-go' box. Sadhu Vaswani Centres in places such as Singapore, Barcelona, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong also joined in the observances, release added. UNI SP RN
