Sathya Sai Grama, Muddenahalli 31 October 2025: Celebrating the spirit of oneness, humanity and shared responsibility, the One World One Family World Cultural Festival 2025, brings global dignitaries, corporate giants, social enterprises and remarkable leaders together onto one platform.
Accepting the prestigious One World One Family Global Leadership Award, Sri R C Bhargava, Chairman of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, remarked “This has been undoubtedly one of the very high points of my life. I am humbled, and in all humility, on behalf of my entire organisation, and the people we are trying to serve, we extend our gratitude to the One World One Family Mission and Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai.”
“Leadership must reflect in the lives we uplift, cultures we cultivate across communities, bridge divides and foster legacy, compassion, purpose and inclusion,” reflected Sri Amitabh Chaudhry, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Axis Bank.
Sri Gautham Pai, Promoter and Chairman of The Manipal Group, Sri Amit Chandra, Chairperson and Managing Director of Bain Capital India, Sri Dilipkumar Lakhi, Chairman of the Lakhi Group and several such esteemed leaders were recognised for their remarkable contributions in driving social good through technology, innovation, and selfless service.
From Cisco Systems Inc., and Rotary Bangalore South Parade to GlobalData, RV Group of Institutions and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), corporate and social enterprises were celebrated with the CSR Circle of Honour for standing with One World One Family Mission in solidarity and selfless service.
The Festival also honoured humanitarians in the categories of women and child welfare, healthcare, education, environment and sports for their unwavering commitment towards helping the needy and creating a world shaped by love, selfless service, care and compassion.
Key humanitarian awardees included Late Dr Kenneth Kaunda, the Founding Father and First President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr Niklaus-Samuel Gugger, Member of the Swiss National Council, Ms Janica Kostelić, a four-time Olympic gold medallist from Croatia, and Ms Cecily Corti from Austria for her lifelong commitment to restoring hope and humanity to Vienna’s most vulnerable.
From Zambia’s community spirit to Switzerland’s harmony, from Croatia blending folk authenticity, and regional traditions to the vibrant musical tributes from Bolivia, Colombia, and Malawi, every moment was a reminder that the world is one family, bound by the universal rhythm of love.
The One World One Family World Cultural Festival journeys over 70 days and progresses towards its culmination on 23 November as a tribute to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s centenary celebrations.
Organised by the One World One Family Mission under the leadership of Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai, this Festival has become the epicentre for fostering and celebrating cultural exchange, spiritual wisdom, and humanitarian service.
Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai, in a heartfelt address, invited the global family to be a part of this celebration as more milestones, such as the inauguration of the world’s largest, free 600-bed hospital, and the World Religions Summit are set to be unveiled.
While the 600-bed hospital will be a milestone in expanding compassionate healthcare to all, the World Religions Summit, being held from 21 to 23 November, will bring together spiritual leaders from 12 of the world’s most influential religions, thinkers, and changemakers in the spirit of Harmony.