Bābā Rāmdev

Bābā Rāmdev is a Hindu yoga guru who brought mass yoga to television, founding Patanjali Yogpeeth and the Patanjali Ayurved empire.

Life/History

Born in 1965 in Haryana, he rose to prominence through his television yoga programs in the early 2000s. He founded Patanjali Yogpeeth in Haridwar as a center for yoga and Ayurveda.

Teachings/Contributions

He popularized yoga among the masses through television, making it accessible to millions. He promotes traditional yoga, Ayurveda, and Indian medicines through Patanjali Ayurved.

Legacy

Patanjali Yogpeeth has become a major center for yoga and Ayurveda. His brand Patanjali has grown into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, promoting Indian wellness products.

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