Prime Minister Modi to unveil 112 ft tall face of Adiyogi – The Source Of Yoga

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil a 112-ft tall face of Adiyogi – the Source of Yoga, designed and consecrated by Sadhguru, founder Isha Foundation on the occasion of Mahashivaratri falling on February 24 at the Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. This will be the largest face on the planet, recognising the first yogi’s unparalleled contribution to humanity. This iconic face symbolises liberation, representing the 112 ways in which one can attain to one’s ultimate through the science of yoga.

As a tribute to Adiyogi, the Prime Minister will light the sacred fire to commence the Maha Yoga Yagna across the world: One million people will take an oath to teach a simple form of yoga to at least 100 people each in the coming year, and touch at least 100 million people before the next Mahashivaratri. The Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India has included the Consecration of this glorious face in its official Incredible India campaign as a destination.

The unveiling of Adiyogi is part of the largest Mahashivaratri celebrations in the country which will be telecast live, simultaneously in seven languages through 23 satellite television channels and several online platforms. The festivities of Mahashivaratri begin at 6 PM and conclude at 6 AM, the next morning. The nightlong celebrations include the powerful midnight meditation and discourse by Sadhguru, cultural performances by Kailash Kher, Rajasthan Roots with Kutle Khan, Sounds of Isha (Isha’s home grown, anomalous group of musicians) and dance troop Nritarutya. Maha Annadanam or the offering of food will be made for all.

Preceding Mahashivaratri is the three day - Yaksha festival, aimed at preserving and promoting India's classical music and dance forms by the most accomplished artistes of India. At Isha Yoga Center all are invited to witness the unveiling of this glorious face.