Sri M - Our Spiritual Guide

Sri M: A Modern Renaissance Man

Sri M is a multi-faceted personality whose life and work bridge the ancient wisdom of the East with the practical needs of the modern world. More than just a spiritual guide, he is a celebrated author, dedicated social activist, visionary educationist, and a gifted painter. His journey is defined by a deep-seated commitment to human unity and the transformative power of inner peace.


Global Leadership and Organizations

Sri M’s influence extends far beyond India. He has established several organizations to spread the message of peace and holistic living. He founded The Satsang Foundation in India, which serves as the core of his spiritual and social work. Globally, his mission is carried forward through:

Sri M addressing retreat participants at Sacred Grove, Texas

As a global speaker, he has addressed prestigious institutions like the United Nations, the World Bank, and the World Economic Forum. His message transcends religious and cultural boundaries, focusing on the essential oneness of humanity.

Sri M is also the Chancellor of Maulana Azad National Urdu University, a Central University. He is on the faculty of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and is an Honorary Professor of Human Values at the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta.


Walk of Hope

His most significant social initiative was the Manav Ekta Mission, which culminated in the historic Walk of Hope (2015–16). He led a 7,500-kilometer march from Kanyakumari to Srinagar, touching millions of lives to promote interfaith harmony and sustainable living. This spirit of service extends globally through the Satsang Foundation, which oversees numerous projects in healthcare, environment, and social welfare. Sri M has also initiated a yoga research centre, the International Yoga Research Foundation (IYRF), in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Sri M leading the Walk of Hope for peace and unity across India


Education and Artistry

As an educationist, Sri M has established institutions like The Peepal Grove School, which emphasizes holistic development and creative thinking. He believes that true education should liberate the mind and foster compassion. He has also set up free schools for the less privileged in Madanapalle and near New Delhi, India’s capital.

His creative side finds expression through the brush. As an accomplished painter, he has used his art to raise funds for his initiatives, helping to get them off the ground or sustain them until they are able to function on their own.

His writings, including the bestselling autobiography Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master, have been translated into several languages, guiding seekers worldwide.


Recognition and Honors

In recognition of his distinguished service to society, Sri M has been bestowed with several prestigious honors:

  • Padma Bhushan (2020): One of India’s highest civilian awards, for distinguished service in the field of spirituality.

  • Honorary Doctorate: Honoris Causa PhD by IIM Calcutta in 2025 for his significant spiritual and humanitarian contributions for the betterment of society.

Sri M receiving the Padma Bhushan from the President of India


Sri M continues to travel the world, reminding us that the ultimate goal of any spiritual or social endeavor is the well-being of all living beings. "Go to the core" is a key teaching of Sri M, emphasizing the need to transcend religious dogma to find the universal essence within, to focus on inner experience over external theories or personality, and to apply this truth through self-inquiry and practice like Kriya Yoga to achieve spiritual evolution, all while serving humanity. His motto encourages deep introspection and action, uniting diverse paths through shared spiritual truth rather than getting lost in organized structures.

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