Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi was born on March 21, 1923, in Chindawara, India. When she was young, Shri Mataji worked with Mahatma Gandhi in the fight for India's Independence. Her vision of universal peace and unity continues his dreams on a spiritual level. To fully understand the human body's systems, Shri Mataji studied medicine at Lahore Medical College. Ultimately, her knowledge led her to develop Sahaja Yoga, the basis for Sahaja Meditation. Since then, she has traveled extensively to educate and enlighten people all over the world. In India, Shri Mataji has had the honorific "Mother" bestowed upon her in recognition of her strength, love and devotion. Known as a dynamic and charismatic speaker, as well as a gifted teacher, Shri Mataji continues to spread her message of peace and unity to audiences everywhere.
Shri Mataji has been invited to the United Nations several times to lecture on universal peace and give self realization to UN diplomats from all over the world.
Awards and Achievements
Yonkers, NY, 1996: Letter of Welcome was granted by Mayor of Yonkers, NY. September 26th is proclaimed as
"Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi Day."
New York, 1994: Police escort was granted for a welcoming parade honoring Shri Mataji and celebrating her
association with Mahatma Gandhi. The half day march encircled Central Park and originated on 5th Avenue.
Los Angeles, 1994 and 1993: Letter of Welcome and continued friendship was granted by Mayor Richard Riordan on
behalf of the people of Los Angeles.
British Columbia, 1994: Letter of Welcome was granted by the Premier of the Province of British Columbia, Mr.
Mike Harcourt, on behalf of the people of Canada.
Vancouver, 1994: Letter of Welcome was granted by Mayor Philip W. Owen on behalf of the people of Vancouver,
Canada..
Philadelphia 1993: October 15th is proclaimed as "Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi Day."
Cincinnati, 1992: September 10th is proclaimed as "Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi Day."
UNITED NATIONS
New York, 1989-1994: Invited by the United Nations for four consecutive years to speak about how to achieve world
peace.
RUSSIA
St. Petersburg, 1993: Appointed as Honorary Member of the Presidium of Petrovskaya academy of Art and Science.
In the history of the Academy only twelve people have been granted this honor, Einstein being one of them.
St. Petersburg 1993: Inaugurated the international Conference on "Medicine and Self-Knowledge," a yearly event now
conducted in Russia.
Moscow, 1989: Shri Mataji met with the head of the USSR Ministry of Health. Following this meeting Sahaja Yoga
was granted full government sponsorship, including founding for promotion and scientific research.
INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
India, 1995: The Indian Government has granted Shri Mataji a one hour primetime television series, broadcast
nationally.
Romania 1995: A warded Honorary Doctorate in Cognitive Science.
China, 1995: Official guest of the government to speak to the people of China
Brazil 1994: The Mayor of Brazil welcomed Shri Mataji at the airport and presented her with the key to the city, and
sponsored all of her programs.
Italy 1986: Declared "Personality of the Year" by the Italian Government.
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