· Art of Living · 45th Anniversary · Bengaluru · May 20, 2026 ·

CM Chandra­babu Naidu at Art of Living

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu attended the 45th Anniversary Satsang of the Art of Living Foundation at its International Centre, Bengaluru — receiving the blessings of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Tuesday · 20 May 2026 · Art of Living International Centre, Kanakapura Road

Context

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu participated in the global celebrations marking the 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and the 45th anniversary of the Art of Living Foundation at its International Centre on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru. He attended the Satsang, received the blessings of Gurudev, and addressed a gathering of national leaders, industrialists, and spiritual seekers from across 182 countries.

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What CM Naidu Said

"Gurudev is a messenger of harmony, and a bridge between the wisdom of ancient Bharat and the aspirations of the modern world."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · Republic World, May 20 2026

"Technology can improve human life, but only spirituality can improve the human being."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · Republic World, May 20 2026

"The world has more information than ever before, but less peace. More connectivity, but less human connection."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · Deccan Chronicle, May 20 2026

"Guruji is involved in building a healthy society and nation in today's war-torn society. He is not just a spiritual leader, but a global leader of the modern era."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · ETV Bharat, May 20 2026

"Three decades ago, we conducted Art of Living programs for ministers, MLAs, MPs and senior bureaucrats — and it delivered tremendous results."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · Republic World, May 20 2026

"Building an integrated society with spiritual knowledge should be our goal — alongside quantum computers, drones, AI and data parks."

— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · ETV Bharat, May 20 2026

Technology can improve human life, but only spirituality can improve the human being.
— CM N. Chandrababu Naidu · Art of Living 45th Anniversary Satsang · May 20, 2026
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Gurudev on CM Naidu

Sri Sri's Words

At the Satsang, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar praised CM Chandrababu Naidu for his pivotal contribution to the growth of the Information Technology sector in India — describing Naidu as the one who "wrote the preface to the progress of the IT sector in India."

Source: ETV Bharat · ETV Andhra Pradesh

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Key Moments

Arrival · May 20, 2026

CM Naidu Attends 45th Anniversary Satsang

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu joined the Satsang at the Art of Living International Centre on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru, as part of the month-long 45th anniversary celebrations (May 10–26, 2026).

Blessing

Receives Gurudev's Blessings

Naidu participated in the Satsang and received the blessings of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, who is fondly known as Guruji — honouring a relationship spanning nearly three decades.

Address to Gathering

Spirituality & Technology — A New Vision

Addressing national leaders and international delegates, CM Naidu argued that economic growth, infrastructure, and technological advancement alone cannot ensure sustainable development unless complemented by human values and inner peace.

Andhra Pradesh Vision

AP as a Destination for Peace & Wellness

CM Naidu declared Andhra Pradesh's aim to emerge not only as an IT hub but also as a destination for peace, wellness, spirituality and happiness — highlighting Tirupati and spiritual tourism as pillars of this vision.

3 Decades of Association

Long Bond with Art of Living

CM Naidu recalled how nearly three decades ago, Art of Living programs were conducted for ministers, MLAs, MPs, and senior bureaucrats in Andhra Pradesh — with transformative results.

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Coverage & Sources

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