Haridwar Witnesses Grand Confluence of Sanatan Saints, Influencers and Artists

 

Leading Spiritual and Cultural Personalities from India and Abroad Gather at the Global Spiritual Conclave & Acharya Devo Bhava Awards 2026

Haridwar, Yograj Sharma, September 6, 2026: The holy city of Haridwar witnessed a historic spiritual and cultural gathering on September 6, 2026, as saints, mahants, acharyas, kathavachaks, spiritual influencers, artists, young talents and distinguished personalities from the social sector came together at the Global Spiritual Conclave & Acharya Devo Bhava Awards 2026, held at Yashel Hotel, Sector-12, Haridwar.

Organized jointly by GCL Educational Society, Neki Ki Raah, Sanatan Path and Maa Sita Rasoi, the event was more than just a ceremony. It emerged as a significant initiative to connect Sanatan philosophy, Indian culture, youth power and spiritual consciousness with a global audience through modern platforms.

The historic conclave brought together Sanatani young influencers and thinkers on a common platform who are working through social media, digital platforms, music, storytelling, literature and other mediums to promote Indian culture and Sanatan values among the younger generation.

The programme witnessed the gracious presence of several prominent saints, mahants and acharyas from different religious and spiritual traditions. These included Pujya Mahant Raju Das Ji Maharaj from Ayodhya Dham, MLA Shri Madan Kaushik Ji, Bollywood actor Mukesh Khanna Ji, Acharya Rohit Richhariya Ji, Mahant Shri Guru Prasad Ji Maharaj, Swami Kameshwar Maharaj Ji, Swami Abhiramacharya Ji Maharaj, Acharya Mridul Kant Shastri Ji Maharaj, Pujya Mahant Kunj Bihari Das Ji Maharaj, Acharya Shri Daya Shankar Ji, Mahamandaleshwar Pushpanjali Ji and Aghoracharya Vivekanand Nath Ji, among several other spiritual personalities.

The event was also graced by distinguished guests including senior journalist and Chairman of the World Human Rights Organization Yograj Sharma, Shri Vinay Kumar Rohilla Ji, Bhakt Durga Das Ji, Dr. Basant Goyal Ji, Kalpesh Pawan Kumar Agarwal Ji and Shantanu Gupta Ji, among others.

Young Faces Give Sanatan a Modern Voice

A major highlight of the conclave was the participation of young personalities who are presenting Indian culture and Sanatan philosophy effectively in India and abroad.

On the occasion, world-renowned Sanatani influencer Ishika Taneja Ji and world-renowned bhajan singer and daughter of Vrindavan, Aarti Khetrapal Ji, along with several other influential young talents, shared their thoughts and perspectives.

The objective of the programme was not merely to present Sanatan as a traditional system, but to introduce it to the younger generation as a philosophy based on knowledge, values, service, humanity and a positive outlook towards life.

Music and Cultural Performances Add Grandeur

Along with spiritual discussions, impressive Indian musical and cultural performances remained a major attraction of the programme.

Renowned Punjabi singer Sagar Katha Ji, ‘Voice of Punjab’ and Himachal fame Dishita Singh Ji, and renowned bhajan singer Nitika Sharma Ji enthralled the audience with their special performances.

Haryanvi artists Anshu Rana Ji and Sushil Mastana Ji, along with Punjabi artist Manna Singh Ji, further added vibrant cultural colours to the programme through their artistic performances.

Child and Youth Talent Given Special Recognition

The event also placed special emphasis on the participation of the younger generation. Renowned child poet Ahuti Shukla Ji and Abhinav Arora Ji shared their thoughts and perspectives during the programme.

The organizers said that strengthening the roots of Sanatan requires connecting children and young people with India's ancient knowledge traditions, values, culture and spirituality. With this objective, child and young talents were provided a special platform at the conclave.

Vinay Sharma and Vipin Pandit Promote Traditional Dhoti

Vinay Sharma Ji and Vipin Pandit Ji, who have been promoting the traditional Indian attire of the dhoti, also participated in the programme and conveyed the message of preserving Indian traditions and cultural values.

Their participation highlighted the importance of preserving traditional Indian attire and cultural practices and passing them on to the younger generation.

Acharya Devo Bhava Awards 2026 Honour Distinguished Personalities

The Acharya Devo Bhava Awards 2026 remained one of the major highlights of the event.

During the ceremony, saints, mahants, acharyas, kathavachaks and distinguished personalities who have made notable contributions in the fields of Sanatan Dharma, spirituality, Indian culture, religious traditions, social service and spiritual awareness were honoured.

The awards were dedicated to the great Indian Guru-Shishya tradition and the spirit of “Acharya Devo Bhava”, through which the teacher is revered as a guide to knowledge, values and the philosophy of life.

Connecting Youth with Culture and Roots is the Need of the Hour: Dr. Gaurav Sharma

Dr. Gaurav Sharma, the chief coordinator of the event, said that connecting India's youth with their culture and roots is one of the greatest needs of the present time.

He said, “Our objective is not merely to talk about Sanatan, but to make its core values—values, service, harmony, humanity and a positive outlook towards life—a part of the lives of the younger generation. At a time when young people are being influenced by various negative activities and challenges such as substance abuse, spirituality can provide them with the right direction and purpose.”

Dr. Sharma further said, “India's thousands-of-years-old knowledge tradition carries a message of welfare for the entire humanity. Our endeavour is to present this heritage before the world through modern platforms and the energy of the youth and to strengthen the resolve of making India a Vishwaguru once again.”

Our Collective Resolve is to Connect Youth with Sanatan Values: Manpreet Kaur

Manpreet Kaur Ji, a key collaborator of the event, said, “Connecting today's youth with their culture and values is not only our responsibility, but should also be our collective resolve. The Global Spiritual Conclave was a positive effort in this direction, where spirituality and youth energy came together in a beautiful confluence.”

She added, “We want the message of Sanatan to go beyond the boundaries of India and reach young people across the world, connecting them with the values of Indian culture, spirituality and humanity.”

Haridwar Emerges as a Platform for Global Spiritual Dialogue

According to the organizers, the programme held on the sacred land of Haridwar proved to be an exceptional confluence of spiritual strength, youth energy, art, culture and spiritual thought.

Through the Global Spiritual Conclave, a message was delivered to connect Sanatan with the modern generation, while the Acharya Devo Bhava Awards honoured the contributions of saints and distinguished personalities who are working to promote spiritual awareness, cultural values and positive thinking in society.

The grand event was coordinated by Dr. Gaurav Sharma, Manpreet Kaur Ji, Raj Kumar Sharma Ji, Anshul Parashar Ji and Shweta Ji.

The event held in Devbhoomi Haridwar emerged as a memorable chapter in the fields of Sanatan, Indian culture, spirituality and youth consciousness, while also establishing a strong and positive platform for taking the message of Sanatan to a wider national and global audience in the future.