Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Shri Shivanand Baba, a revered yoga practitioner from Kashi, who dedicated his life to the practice of yoga and spiritual discipline. In a heartfelt post on X, the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences, saying, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Shivanand Baba, a devoted yoga practitioner and resident of Kashi. His life, devoted to yoga and meditation, will continue to inspire generations across the country. He was honored with the Padma Shri for his service to society through yoga.”
Shri Modi further acknowledged the immense loss to the people of Kashi and the millions who drew inspiration from Shri Shivanand Baba’s teachings. “Shivanand Baba’s journey to the divine realm is an irreplaceable loss for all of us in Kashi and for the countless individuals who found guidance in his wisdom. I offer my deepest tributes to him in this time of sorrow,” the Prime Minister wrote.
Shri Shivanand Baba’s contributions to yoga and his commitment to uplifting society through spiritual practice have left a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire many.