Dr. Omanand Guruji (Om Prakash Baweja)

To promote authentic Yoga, Meditation, integrative health, spiritual awareness, humanitarian service for the well-being of humanity worldwide.

Dr. Omanand Guruji (born Om Prakash Baweja) is an internationally respected Yoga Master and humanitarian whose life has been devoted to the service of humanity through Yoga, meditation, and holistic health. With decades of dedicated work in education, research, public health, and spiritual development, he has made significant contributions to society at national and global levels.

He has trained and mentored more than 10,000 Yoga teachers and Yoga professionals, guided 52 doctoral scholars, authored 63 books, and delivered teachings in 69 countries, with students from 112 countries.

Through his teachings and public programs, he has guided Yoga, Meditation to more than 1 million people, promoting preventive healthcare, mental wellness, and spiritual growth across communities.

• Guided more than 10,000 Yoga Teachers and Yoga Professionals
• Students from 112 countries
• Delivered lectures and training in 69 countries
• Guided Yoga, Meditation to more than 1 million people
• Guided a historic gathering of approximately 170,000 participants

Dr. Omanand Guruji has successfully organized: 10 International Yoga Therapy Conferences: These conferences have:

• Promoted evidence-based Yoga therapy
• Strengthened international collaboration
• Increased awareness of preventive healthcare
• Brought together global Yoga experts and dignitaries

• Sanskrit Visharad 1975 — First Class Kalidas School, Ujjain
• Yog Visharad 1976 — First Class A.P. Vyayamshala, Ujjain
• Higher School 1977 — First Class CBSE, New Delhi
• Higher Secondary 1978 — First Class — Topped the School MP Board
• Post Graduate Degree — Master of Commerce (M.Com.) 1983 — Topped the College, Vikram University, Ujjain
• Post Graduate Diploma — DMIR 1984 — Topped Vikram University
• Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) 2010 — First Class, Global Open University
• Doctorate: 2011 - Doctorate in Yoga and Meditation Hindu University of America

• Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) Diploma, International Association of Yoga Therapists, USA
• Yoga Chikitsa Acharya Certification, Indian Yoga Association
• Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher E-RYT Certification 500, Yoga Alliance, USA

• Guided 52 doctoral scholars
• Promoted scientific research in Yoga and meditation
• Developed practical Yogic methodologies
• Encouraged integration of Yoga with healthcare systems

Books Authored: 63

Other Contributions:

• Educational and training videos on Yoga and meditation
• Research publications and scholarly articles
• Television and radio programs
• Public lectures, seminars, and workshops

Developed specialized techniques including:

• Chidshakti Jagran Prakriya
• Consciousness Power Awakening
• Being Blissful Meditation

Impact:

• Guided Yoga, Meditation to more than 1 million people
• Improved physical health and emotional well-being
• Reduced stress and lifestyle-related disorders
• Enhanced mental clarity and spiritual awareness

• Dedicated life to service of humanity
• Promoted preventive healthcare and wellness
• Conducted public health awareness programs
• Supported spiritual and social development
• Contributed to community health through Yoga therapy initiatives

Dr. Omanand Guruji (Om Prakash Baweja) is a distinguished scholar and global ambassador of Yoga. He has traveled to 69 countries, and his students—many of whom are accomplished Yoga teachers and therapists—represent 112 countries worldwide. So far, he has guided and mentored more than 10,000 Yoga teachers and Yoga professionals, significantly strengthening the global Yoga community through education, training, and professional development. Under his academic guidance and supervision, 52 scholars have successfully completed their doctoral research degrees, contributing to the advancement of Yoga, meditation, and holistic health sciences.

A prolific author and educator, Dr. Omanand Guruji has written 63 books and produced numerous instructional DVDs and scholarly articles on Yoga, meditation, and spiritual development. His teachings have reached millions of people through lectures, workshops, conferences, television and radio programs, and international seminars. He has served as President of the Hindu University of America, Florida, USA, and continues to contribute to institutional growth and academic excellence in Yoga education and research.

Currently, Dr. Omanand Guruji serves as the Chairman of the Paramanand Institute of Yoga Sciences & Research, a leading Yoga institute accredited by the Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. Through this institution, he actively promotes professional standards in Yoga education, therapy, and scientific research, supporting national initiatives for health promotion and preventive wellness.

He is also the Chairman of Anandmay Foundation, a humanitarian organization committed to advancing integrative health care and Yoga therapy. Under his visionary leadership, the Foundation has established one of the world’s largest Yoga Therapy Hospitals, representing a major milestone in holistic health services. The first phase of this hospital was inaugurated by Dr. Mohan Yadav, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, on October 20, 2025, on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, marking a significant contribution to public health infrastructure and community welfare.

In addition to institutional leadership, Dr. Omanand Guruji has successfully organized 10 International Yoga Therapy Conferences, bringing together eminent Yoga experts, researchers, medical professionals, and spiritual leaders from around the world to promote integrative health and evidence-based Yoga therapy. These prestigious conferences were blessed and graced by distinguished national leaders and dignitaries, including Honorable Shri Mohanji Bhagwat, Sarsanghchalak, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS); Honorable Anandiben Patel, former Governor of Madhya Pradesh; and Dr. Mohan Yadav, former Education Minister and current Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, along with many prominent dignitaries and yogis from across the globe. These conferences have significantly strengthened collaboration between Yoga practitioners, researchers, and health professionals.

Dr. Omanand Guruji’s spiritual journey began at the age of eight when he met his revered Guru, Gurudev Mahamandleshwar Swamiji Paramanandgiriji, who became his lifelong guide and mentor. In recognition of his dedication to spiritual practice and service to humanity, he was bestowed the spiritual name “Omanand”, and is respectfully known worldwide as Omanand Guruji. Later, to further the mission of spreading authentic Yogic knowledge globally, he was ordained with Vidvat Sanyas on July 17, 2012, at the Indore Ashram.

Academically accomplished, Dr. Omanand Guruji has consistently excelled throughout his educational journey, achieving top ranks in his studies and receiving numerous honors and distinctions. He holds a Doctorate in Yoga and Meditation, along with advanced postgraduate qualifications from Vikram University, Ujjain, where he topped his institution and university examinations. He is also a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapists.

A dedicated Karma Yogi, Dr. Omanand Guruji has devoted his life to serving people suffering from stress, illness, and emotional challenges. Through his unique methodologies, including Chidshakti Jagran Prakriya and Consciousness Power Awakening, thousands of individuals have experienced transformation in their physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual awareness. One of his remarkable public contributions includes guiding a spiritual gathering of approximately 170,000 participants, demonstrating his capacity to inspire and lead large communities toward positive change.