Category: Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run

News #112: Spectacular Peace Run Launches in Bali

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Students welcoming the First Peace Run Bali 2026 team in Sudaji village with banners and smiles.

The First Peace Run Bali 2026 unfolded on January 24, 2026, in the serene village of Sudaji, northern Bali. First, enthusiastic students welcomed the team at the sports field. Then, the group started a scenic torch relay. This marked the inaugural event for the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run in 2026. Founded in 1987, this global relay spreads peace, friendship, and oneness through running with a flaming torch.

Organized with Putu and Zanzan, owners of OmUnity homestay, the event united international runners and locals. As a result, it created a warm celebration of harmony.

Welcoming the Peace Torch in Sudaji Village

The day started at Sudaji’s sports field. Students from SMK Negeri 1 Kubutambahan and Zips Hotel & Restaurant Management greeted the runners eagerly. Younger pupils from SD Negeri 4 Sudaji joined too. This created an energetic and smiling atmosphere.

A diverse team carried the torch. Participants came from Indonesia, the United States, Czech Republic, and Australia. For example, Paramananda led the first part. Meanwhile, Principal I Gede Dodik Sanjiartha welcomed everyone warmly. He guided a symbolic lap around the field.

Zanzan from OmUnity gave heartfelt introductions. Additionally, a touching moment occurred when young Omang presented the torch to “Grandma.” Overall, the event showed deep gratitude to Putu, Zanzan, and the OmUnity team for their kind hospitality.

For more visuals of greetings and torch moments, visit the official gallery: Indonesia 24 Januari: Sudaji, Bali Gallery.

Scenic Run Through Balinese Countryside

The heart of the First Peace Run Bali 2026 was a delightful 4.0 km torch journey. First, the team ran 1.6 km from the sports field. They wound through charming village streets, narrow paths, and steep hills. These offered stunning views of the Balinese countryside.

Runners called it truly delightful (“Sungguh menyenangkan berada di pedesaan Bali”). Next, they reached SD Negeri 4 Sudaji school. There, a captivating traditional Balinese welcome dance enchanted the group.

Afterward, everyone observed a moment of silence for peace. Then, the torch passed around in a circle (“bergiliran memegang obor”). Pragati Pascale presented Sri Chinmoy’s artwork “World Harmony” to the school. This symbolized global unity.

Finally, the run ended with a school field lap and a segment to OmUnity homestay. A delicious lunch waited there. The hilly paths and natural beauty made it unforgettable.

Cultural Immersion and Community Spirit at OmUnity

A key highlight was the hospitality at OmUnity homestay. Owned by Putu and Zanzan in Sudaji, it welcomed the team warmly. Everyone enjoyed flavorful meals and shared stories. Consequently, this strengthened bonds between visitors and locals.

Gratitude went to Putu, Zanzan, and their team for their generosity. This partnership shows the Peace Run’s spirit. It builds bridges through shared activities and cultural respect. Moreover, OmUnity has hosted past Peace Run visits. Thus, Sudaji remains a special spot for peace in Bali.

Significance of the First Peace Run Bali 2026

In today’s world, we seek deeper connections. Events like the First Peace Run Bali 2026 remind us that peace starts with simple actions. For instance, running together builds harmony. By including schools and families, the run promotes oneness, gratitude, and intercultural friendship.

The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run continues globally. Therefore, this Bali event sets an inspiring tone for 2026. 

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News #108: Sri Chinmoy Centre Russia 2025 – Epic Media Breakthrough

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Nearly 100 Media Features on Harmony Run, Ultrarunning, Sri Chinmoy Teachings, and More

In 2025, Sri Chinmoy Centres in Russia received extensive media attention for Sri Chinmoy’s Path initiatives, with nearly one hundred articles, videos, and audio reports across Russian outlets. The Harmony Run dominated coverage, spanning over 7,000 kilometers through Russia. In small towns and villages, it became a major community event, earning eager local press. Many reports are archived on the official site: www.harmonyrun.ru.

Harmony Run 2025 – 7,000+ km Inspiring Communities Across Russia

The run launched in Smolensk with greetings from Governor Vasily Anokhin, covered widely in regional media. Olympic champion Nadezhda Talanova ran ~20 km with the torch alongside elite athletes like Elena Sidorenkova (world 24-hour record holder), Anna Korolko (winter swimming champion), and Vasily Larkin (100 km champion). The torch passed to Belarusian runners at the border after visits to towns like Pochinok, Yelnya, Roslavl, Desnogorsk, Shumyachi, and Khislavichi. Veteran Svetlana Khisamutdinova (81) ran daily segments, embodying Sri Chinmoy’s inspiring words:

Age is in the mind and not in the heart …

– Sri chinmoy. The Body’s Fitness-Gong. The Soul’s Fulness-Song

On the Zyuratkul Ridge, the run joined an eco-festival “Earth – Our Home of Unity” at Zyuratkul Nature Reserve. Participants climbed to the 1,175 m summit amid a week-long vegetarian experiment for all. Yuri Moskalyov and Nikolai Duzhy led efforts.

In Transbaikalia (Chita), Minister of Sports Andrey Seryodkin met participants on August 6, praising their promotion of health and unity. The torch arrived on August 5 from diverse cities, with the youngest runner aged 12.

In Bikino (Primorsky Krai), the relay included a route from “Bikin” stele to Glory Memorial, flower-laying ceremony, rest at Lokomotiv Stadium, and continuation to Orenburgskoye village with bread-salt welcome, concert, and run. It proceeded to Luchegorsk, Ussuriysk, and Vladivostok.

A 2025 Harmony Run photo slideshow captures the journey’s spirit.

Ultra running Spotlight – First Russian 6-Day Run

The inaugural Russian 6-day “Self-Transcendence” run (August 8–14, 2025, Voronovo, New Moscow) drew 28 participants from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Belarus. Men’s winner Sergei Verbitsky (Tula) covered 708 km; women’s Larisa Psuykalova (Chelyabinsk, 60+) ran 510 km. Interviews revealed strategies like minimal sleep, on-the-move eating, and a positive mindset.

Haborovsk’s Andrey Komyagin earned silver (630 km).

Stories of Sri Chinmoy and Followers – Personal Triumphs and Philosophy

Music, Film, and Anniversaries – Cultural Echoes of the Sri Chinmoy’s Path

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For more information about events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoycentre.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #338: Peace Swim 2026 Dubrovnik Anniversary

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In early January 2026, a group of about 30 dedicated students of Sri Chinmoy participated in a meaningful Peace Swim 2026 Dubrovnik Anniversary event. This swim honored the 40th anniversary of the very first Peace Swim, which took place in Hiroshima on January 1, 1986. That same year, the United Nations had proclaimed 1986 as the International Year of Peace. Consequently, the event carried deep historical and spiritual significance.

The Serene Setting at Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

Sri Chinmoy Peace Swim anniversary in Dubrovnik

Sun Gardens Dubrovnik offered the perfect setting for this meditative swim. It is a five-star beachfront resort in Orašac, only 11 km from Dubrovnik’s famous Old Town. The resort sits along the beautiful Adriatic coast. Guests enjoy wide views of the clear blue sea and distant Elaphiti Islands.

The grounds cover 22 hectares. They include lush Mediterranean gardens and tall pine trees. Terraced paths lead gently down to the water. This layout creates a calm, natural sanctuary.

The resort has a private pebble beach with very clear turquoise water. Participants walked straight to the shore. Gentle waves and fresh sea air added to the peaceful mood. Three outdoor pools, including a large infinity pool facing the ocean, completed the relaxing scene.

The Profound Message Behind the Peace Swim

Additionally, the swim was more than just exercise. It served as a living tribute to Sri Chinmoy’s vision of peace. Specifically, he taught that true peace begins within each individual and then radiates outward to the world. Therefore, by swimming together in silence and dedication, participants offered their efforts as prayers for global harmony and the end of conflict.

The video captures this essence beautifully. In particular, it includes a fascinating interview with Adhiratha, a long-time student of Sri Chinmoy and accomplished open-water swimmer. Furthermore, Adhiratha shares profound insights on the swim’s deeper message. He discusses its historical ties to the United Nations, as well as Sri Chinmoy’s enduring vision for peace through self-transcendence, inner harmony, and human oneness.

A Legacy of Peace Through Action

Over the years, Sri Chinmoy inspired countless initiatives like this. For example, starting in 1986 during the UN’s Year of Peace, swims were held in various locations worldwide. Since then, the tradition has continued through events such as English Channel crossings, Manhattan island circumnavigations, and lake swims—all dedicated to peace themes.

In addition, Adhiratha’s own journey reflects this legacy. As one of the early swimmers for the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team, he crossed the English Channel in 1985 and participated in multiple peace swims. Thus, his interview adds personal depth, showing how these physical challenges foster spiritual growth and contribute to world peace.

Continuing the Tradition of Oneness

Ultimately, events like the Peace Swim 2026 Dubrovnik Anniversary remind us that peace is an active pursuit. By participating, individuals transcend personal limitations while aspiring for collective harmony. In this way, Sri Chinmoy’s philosophy lives on vibrantly through these symbolic acts.

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For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
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Video #334: Sri Chinmoy Peace Run Brazil 2025 – 1,000 km of Harmony

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Peace Run Brazil 2025 has just completed one of its most inspiring and heart-warming journeys ever. In October, an international team of runners carried the flaming Peace Torch more than 1,000 kilometres across the country, spreading Sri Chinmoy’s universal message of oneness and harmony in every city they visited.

Peace Run Brazil – The Full Route

The Peace Run Brazil adventure began in Curitiba (Paraná) at the statue of Sri Chinmoy. From there, the torch travelled through Cerro Azul (Paraná), Eldorado and São Paulo (São Paulo), Santos (São Paulo), Ilhabela, Paraty, Angra dos Reis, Niterói (all in Rio de Janeiro state), and finally reached Rio de Janeiro itself. In total, more than ten cities opened their hearts to the Peace Torch.

Peace Run Brazil Visits Schools and Communities

Everywhere the team arrived, children rushed forward to light their own candles from the Peace Torch. Young people, teachers, athletes and local authorities held the torch and shared their personal dreams for a more peaceful world. These simple, sincere moments created memories that will last a lifetime.

Meeting Olympic and Paralympic Legends

In beautiful Ilhabela, the runners had the honour of meeting Robert Scheidt – Brazil’s most decorated Olympic sailor with five Olympic podiums up to Tokyo 2020. He warmly accepted the Sri Chinmoy Torch Bearer Award and spoke about the importance of inner peace for true success.

In São Paulo, the team joined a joyful race that started and finished at the iconic Ibirapuera Park. There they met Paralympic marathon bronze medallist Edneusa Dorta (Rio 2016), who held the torch with a radiant smile and shared her inspiring story of perseverance.

Peace Run Brazil – One Torch, One Dream

Since Sri Chinmoy founded the Peace Run in 1987, millions of people in over 150 countries have carried the torch with the same silent wish: peace begins in the human heart. Peace Run Brazil 2025 once again proved that one small flame can light thousands of hearts and bring people together across all differences.

Thank you, Brazil, for your open hearts!

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Official Peace Run Website: www.peacerun.org.
Learn more about Sri Chinmoy: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #330: Sri Chinmoy “News Report” – with a Smile

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This playful “News Report” takes you through some remarkable moments with the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team (SCMT) – celebrating extraordinary endurance, global heart, and good-humoured community spirit.

Triathlon in Canberra: Not Your Average Swim

At 5:30 AM, athletes in Canberra, Australia, dove into the Sri Chinmoy Triple-Triathlon, a 150 km off-road extravaganza. Picture this: three full triathlons back-to-back, swimming in three different lakes, biking up and down ten peaks, and running all over the city. Solo competitors and teams competed, all sharing one goal – pushing their boundaries, then doing it again. The “Stuffed Puffs” won top honors, while the “Diggers” came in second – and yes, they joked that Australia’s dangerous wildlife couldn’t catch them.

Sri Chinmoy News Report - Sri Chinmoy Triple-Triathlon in Canberra, Australia

Vasanti Niemz and the Iconic Manhattan Swim

Meanwhile, Vasanti Niemz of Germany took on the legendary 20 Bridges Challenge – a 48.5 km swim around Manhattan Island. She navigated three tidal rivers – the East, Harlem, and Hudson – in conditions that most would call “completely crazy.” Despite it all, she completed the swim in 9 hours 34 minutes. She cheerfully suggested that 27 bridges would be more meaningful than 20, and even pressed New York’s mayor to build a few more.

Sri Chinmoy News Report - Vasanti Niemz 48.5 km swim around Manhattan Island - 9 hours 34 minutes

Shamita Runs Across Europe, London Goes 24-Hour

On the running side, Shamita Achenbach-König, a musician from Vienna, ran 2,000 km from Vienna to Oslo, crossing several countries for friendship and harmony. Back in the UK, SCMT’s 24-hour race in London brought runners together for a full weekend – laps, laughter, and the shared joy of endurance.

Sri Chinmoy News Report - Shamita runs across Europe 2000 km, Vienna - Oslo

And in other cities – Munich, Salzburg, San Diego – 6-hour races added to the global mix. In San Diego, the race got a surprise visitor: a large rattlesnake allegedly finished (at 5.2 mi) and helped itself to 80% of the race snacks. (Yes, that part’s playful.)

Sri Chinmoy News Report - Sri Chinmoy 6-Hour Race - Amstelveen, Netherlands

Why This Report Connects with Everyone

This “News Report” works because it makes extraordinary feats feel familiar. By pairing real SCMT achievements with playful commentary, it invites a wide audience — not just ultrarunners – to marvel at what people can do when they combine heart, discipline, and a little humour.

Whether you’re inspired by long-distance triathlons, open-water swims, or cross-continental runs, this video shows that the Sri Chinmoy community is about more than athleticism. It’s about connection, self-transcendence, and uplifting one another – values that resonate far beyond any finish line.

Learn More About These Incredible Stories

If you’re curious to explore more about the events mentioned:

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  • News #61: Vasanti Niemz Completes 20 Bridges Swim Around Manhattan – Read more
  • News #66: The 18th Annual Self-Transcendence 4/21 km Race – Erdenet, Mongolia, September 13, 2025 – Read more
  • News #67: The 12th Annual Sri Chinmoy Peace-Mile 6-Hour Race – Munich, Germany, September 13, 2025 – Read more
  • News #71: Self-Transcendence 24-Hour Track Race – London, United Kingdom – Read more
  • News #73: Sri Chinmoy 6-Hour Race – Amstelveen, Netherlands – Read more
  • News #92: Inspiring Sri Chinmoy 6-Hour Race in San Diego 2025 – Read more
  • News #93: Sri Chinmoy Triple-Triathlon in Canberra – A Day of Endurance, Teamwork and Inspiration – Read more

Featured Videos

  • Video #314: Shamita Achenbach-König’s Solo Run – Vienna to Oslo – A cross-continental journey for harmony – Watch video
  • Video #316: Swimming 20 Bridges Around Manhattan for Peace – Vasanti Sets Record – An aquatic odyssey around New York City – Watch video

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