Top 10 Spiritual Leaders in India
1.Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar :@gurudev
Followers :2.5M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/gurudev/
Intro :Sri Sri is a global spiritual leader known for founding The Art of Living Foundation and the International Association for Human Values. He promotes universal spirituality, emphasizing love and compassion. His mission is to create a stress-free, violence-free world.
2.BK Shivani :@bkshivani
Followers :1.6M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/bkshivani/
Intro :Sister Shivani, a renowned spiritual guru associated with the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, gained fame through motivational courses and seminars. An electronic engineer by profession, she hosts shows on Aastha channel. Despite lacking a religious background, she has become immensely popular in India. Married and involved in a software business, she continues to inspire millions.
3.Sadhguru :@sadhguru
Followers :11.9M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/sadhguru/
Intro :Sadhguru, born in Mysore to Sushila and Dr. Vasudev, started practicing yoga at a young age. Despite early success in business, he sought a deeper purpose and became a yoga teacher and motivational speaker. Renowned for his modern approach to spirituality, he captivates audiences with his insightful answers and charismatic delivery. He’s particularly popular among Indian youth.
4.Dalai Lama :@dalailama
Followers :2.1M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/dalailama/
Intro :The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, born Lhamo Thondup in 1935 in China, is revered as a living Buddha and the spiritual leader of Tibet. Renowned for his political and spiritual influence, he has led protests for Tibetan autonomy. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989, he continues to advocate for peace and Tibetan rights.
5.Gyanvatsal swami :@gyanvatsal_swami_
Followers :181K
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/gyanvatsal_swami_/
Intro :This spiritual leader, associated with the Akshardham Swaminarayan Mandir, established the Swaminarayan Sanstha, promoting spiritual growth through Hindu principles like unity, nonviolence, and selflessness. Also a mechanical engineer, he delivers speeches worldwide, emphasizing ethics and morality as essential for inner peace. He addresses various topics, from stress management to modern leadership, advocating for a harmonious balance between spirituality and everyday life.
6.Sadhvi Ritambhara :@ritambharasadhvi
Followers :257K
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/ritambharasadhvi/
Intro :Sadhvi Ritambhara, renowned in Hinduism, achieved acclaim at a young age. A religious preacher and political activist, she’s known for eloquently narrating Hindu scriptures globally. Founder of Param Shakti Peeth, an NGO promoting devotion and assisting people, she’s also associated with Vishwa Hindu Parishad.
7.Mata Amritanandamayi :@mataamritanandamayi
Followers :198K
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/mataamritanandamayi/
Intro :Amma, affectionately called by her followers, is renowned as the “Hugging Saint” for her unconditional love and affectionate embraces. Born in a fishing community in Kerala in 1953, she lacked formal education but found spiritual awakening through devotion to Lord Krishna. She founded Mata Amritanandamayi Math, promoting spirituality and service to mankind. Amma emphasizes knowledge, action, and devotion for achieving bliss and encourages her disciples to help others. She has hugged around 33 million people worldwide and received numerous awards for her service.
8.𝗦𝗵𝗿𝗶 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗸𝘂𝗿 𝗝𝗶 :@shridevkinandanthakurjimaharaj
Followers :1M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/shridevkinandanthakurjimaharaj/
Intro :Devkinandan Thakur, born in 1978, is a globally renowned Indian spiritual guru and narrator. Adept at preaching the Bhagavad Gita and Rama Katha since 2001, he captivates audiences with his enchanting talks and music. Known for his Sankirtans and Bhajan sessions, he has a massive following worldwide, with devotees accessing his live and recorded sessions through his YouTube channel, “Shri Devkinandan Thakur Ji.”
9.Jagatguru Saint Rampal Ji :@spiritualleadersaintrampalji
Followers :159K
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/spiritualleadersaintrampalji/
Intro :Rampal Singh Jatain, leader of the Kabir Panth, born in 1951, was chosen as successor by Swami Ramdevanand in 1994. His followers believe him to be the incarnation of Kabir. He preaches against temple visits, dowry, idol worship, and other practices, opposing meat, smoking, and alcohol consumption. However, he gained infamy as a convicted murderer in 2018, following the death of an Arya Samaj follower in a violent clash dating back to 2006.
10.Awdheshanand Giri :@avdheshanandg_official
Followers :2.6M
Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/avdheshanandg_official/
Intro :Sri Awdheshanand Giri Ji Maharaj is a revered spiritual saint, writer, and speaker, inspiring millions worldwide. He transitioned from teaching to social work, realizing his potential for greater impact as a reformer. With his oratory skills, he gained popularity as a speaker. Avdheshanand advocates for religious harmony, believing that all religions promote love, peace, and fraternity, with the ultimate goal of realizing God, albeit through varying approaches due to cultural and regional differences.
