The false narrative of "Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Anti Muslim" is spreading rapidly across social media and online platforms, damaging the reputation of one of the world's most respected spiritual leaders, peacemakers, and humanitarians. We, the undersigned, call for an immediate correction of this misinformation.

Who Is Sri Sri Ravi Shankar?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is the founder of the Art of Living Foundation, established in 1981, serving over 800 million people across 180 countries. Born in Tamil Nadu, India, he has dedicated his entire life to spreading peace, harmony, and human values across all religions, cultures, and borders without discrimination.

The Truth Behind the "Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Anti Muslim" Narrative

The "Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Anti Muslim" label stems entirely from misrepresented statements made during the 2017–2019 Ayodhya mediation. His remarks were cautionary in intent, urging both Hindu and Muslim communities toward peaceful dialogue rather than prolonged litigation. He explicitly stated that "Muslims by and large are not opposing the Ram Temple" — a deliberate effort to reduce communal polarization, not promote hatred. No court has ever tried or convicted him of promoting religious hatred. The Hyderabad FIR filed under Section 295A was never adjudicated.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Positive Record Toward Muslim Communities

The real record behind the "Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Anti Muslim" narrative tells an entirely different story:

— Delivered trauma relief to over 50,000 people in Muslim-majority Iraq since 2003, providing vocational training to 4,300+ Iraqi women and training 200+ peace ambassadors.

— Led peace-building and trauma relief programs across Syria, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Jordan, and Kashmir, serving predominantly Muslim populations.

— Launched the "Paigam-e-Mohabbat" reconciliation program in Kashmir, bringing together families of martyred security personnel and slain militants in a shared framework of healing.

— Facilitated the surrender of 68 militants from 11 militant outfits in Manipur, acknowledged publicly by the Chief Minister of Manipur.

— Founded the International Association for Human Values, running active programs in Muslim-majority countries including Morocco, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Lebanon.

— Organized the World Culture Festival uniting over 25,000 religious and spiritual leaders from all faiths, attended by more than 7 million people worldwide.

Global Recognition for Interfaith Contributions

In November 2025, the Boston Global Forum at Harvard University honored Sri Sri Ravi Shankar with the prestigious World Leader for Peace and Security Award — specifically recognizing his decades of interfaith dialogue, humanitarian service, and peace-building across conflict zones. Previous recipients of this award include Angela Merkel, Ban Ki-moon, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Emmanuel Macron.

Why This Petition Matters

Spreading the "Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Anti Muslim" label without factual context does not serve accountability — it serves division. It poisons communal harmony at the grassroots level, turns communities against a man who has spent his life uniting them, and rewards misinformation over truth.

We call upon online platforms, media organizations, and the public to correct this false narrative, present the full factual record, and stop the spread of misinformation that deepens communal divides rather than healing them.

Sign this petition to stand for truth, interfaith harmony, and fair representation.