Bengaluru, November 5, 2025 – Renowned spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living Foundation, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, has been conferred the esteemed 2025 'World Leader for Peace and Security' award, recognizing his transformative global impact.

The accolade was presented on Monday in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, by the Boston Global Forum in collaboration with the AI World Society. It celebrates Guruji's unparalleled contributions to fostering worldwide peace, harmony, unity, and humanitarian leadership amid pressing global challenges. In his acceptance speech, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar emphasized the essence of true peace, stating: "Peace cannot merely emerge from words; it must be translated into action.

In today's society, grappling with widespread disillusionment and grief, there is an urgent need for a moral and spiritual force to heal and restore balance."This honor underscores Guruji's lifelong dedication to bridging divides through meditation, yoga, and conflict resolution initiatives, inspiring millions across continents.