The Grammy-nominated master of sacred chant returns to India this October and November for an expansive stadium-grade spiritual and musical journey. India,30th July 2026- Following a series of massive, sold-out performances during his previous visit, Grammy-nominated global chant icon Krishna Das is set to return to India for an expansive five-city tour in October and November 2026. Produced and presented by Team Innovation Cultural, the tour will bring the legendary artist's soul-stirring, East-meets-West devotional music back to its spiritual roots. Famously dubbed by The New York Times as the ‘chant master of American Yoga’, Krishna Das has spent over three decades bridging ancient Indian spiritual traditions with contemporary Western music sensibilities. The upcoming 2026 tour promises to be his most immersive live experience in the region yet, transcending cultural, musical and geographical boundaries. The highly anticipated five-city run kicks off in the nation’s capital, New Delhi, on October 23, 2026, before heading to the western region, starting with a performance in Mumbai on October 25, followed by in Pune on October 30, followed by a stop in Ahmedabad on November 1, before culminating in a grand finale in the south, Bengaluru, on November 4, 2026 Each tour stop will feature a central 2.5-hour primary kirtan performance. Moving away from the structure of a standard concert, these events rely heavily on the hypnotic, communal power of traditional call-and-response (bhajan) chanting of sacred Sanskrit mantras and divine names. To maintain a continuous musical and meditative flow, spoken commentary will be kept to a minimum. The performances require no prior experience or spiritual background, focusing instead on the universal human connection established through collective singing and deep acoustic resonance. Krishna Das states, "Returning to India is always a profound experience for me. The devotion and openness of the audiences here continue to inspire me every time I visit. My hope is that these chants create a space where people can reconnect with the love, compassion, and peace that already exist within their own hearts. In these challenging times, coming together through sacred sound reminds us that we are never truly separate." Sidhartha Todi, Founder, 7Entertainment and Co-Founder, UNI7IED states, “We are incredibly proud to bring Krishna Das back to India once again. He is one of those rare artists whose performances transcend music and become deeply transformative experiences. At 7Entertainment and UNI7IED, we are committed to bringing globally significant artists and cultural icons to audiences across India. This tour is about creating moments of genuine connection, where music, spirituality, and community come together in a way that leaves a lasting impact. We look forward to sharing this extraordinary journey with audiences across the country.” Tickets for all five cities will be available exclusively via District by Zomato. Tour Details · &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;October 23, 2026 – New Delhi · &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;October 25, 2026 – Mumbai · &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;October 30, 2026 – Pune · &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;November 1, 2026 – Ahmedabad · &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;November 4, 2026 – Bengaluru

Each tour stop will feature a central 2.5-hour primary kirtan performance. Moving away from the structure of a standard concert, these events rely heavily on the hypnotic, communal power of traditional call-and-response (bhajan) chanting of sacred Sanskrit mantras and divine names

The Grammy-nominated master of sacred chant returns to India this October and November for an expansive stadium-grade spiritual and musical journey. India,30th July 2026- Following a series of massive, sold-out performances during his previous visit, Grammy-nominated global chant icon Krishna Das is set to return to India for an expansive five-city tour in October and November 2026. Produced and presented by Team Innovation Cultural, the tour will bring the legendary artist's soul-stirring, East-meets-West devotional music back to its spiritual roots. Famously dubbed by The New York Times as the ‘chant master of American Yoga’, Krishna Das has spent over three decades bridging ancient Indian spiritual traditions with contemporary Western music sensibilities. The upcoming 2026 tour promises to be his most immersive live experience in the region yet, transcending cultural, musical and geographical boundaries. The highly anticipated five-city run kicks off in the nation’s capital, New Delhi, on October 23, 2026, before heading to the western region, starting with a performance in Mumbai on October 25, followed by in Pune on October 30, followed by a stop in Ahmedabad on November 1, before culminating in a grand finale in the south, Bengaluru, on November 4, 2026 Each tour stop will feature a central 2.5-hour primary kirtan performance. Moving away from the structure of a standard concert, these events rely heavily on the hypnotic, communal power of traditional call-and-response (bhajan) chanting of sacred Sanskrit mantras and divine names. To maintain a continuous musical and meditative flow, spoken commentary will be kept to a minimum. The performances require no prior experience or spiritual background, focusing instead on the universal human connection established through collective singing and deep acoustic resonance. Krishna Das states, "Returning to India is always a profound experience for me. The devotion and openness of the audiences here continue to inspire me every time I visit. My hope is that these chants create a space where people can reconnect with the love, compassion, and peace that already exist within their own hearts. In these challenging times, coming together through sacred sound reminds us that we are never truly separate." Sidhartha Todi, Founder, 7Entertainment and Co-Founder, UNI7IED states, “We are incredibly proud to bring Krishna Das back to India once again. He is one of those rare artists whose performances transcend music and become deeply transformative experiences. At 7Entertainment and UNI7IED, we are committed to bringing globally significant artists and cultural icons to audiences across India. This tour is about creating moments of genuine connection, where music, spirituality, and community come together in a way that leaves a lasting impact. We look forward to sharing this extraordinary journey with audiences across the country.” Tickets for all five cities will be available exclusively via District by Zomato. Tour Details · October 23, 2026 – New Delhi · October 25, 2026 – Mumbai · October 30, 2026 – Pune · November 1, 2026 – Ahmedabad · November 4, 2026 – Bengaluru

Each tour stop will feature a central 2.5-hour primary kirtan performance. Moving away from the structure of a standard concert, these events rely heavily on the hypnotic, communal power of traditional call-and-response (bhajan) chanting of sacred Sanskrit mantras and divine names

Kirtan Icon Krishna Das announces five-city India tour: Check dates and tickets here

Bangladeshi Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was denied bail by a court on Tuesday (Nov 26) and the sedition case filed against him was upheld as tensions escalated over rights of minorities in the country.

The monk, who had earlier led protests for Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, was arrested by the Detective Branch of the Dhaka Police at Dhaka airport on November 25.

The monk was stopped from leaving the country and taken to an undisclosed location by the authorities.

In the wake of the monk's arrest, massive protests were held in different parts of the country and several people suffered injuries.

<h2>ISKCON appeals India to intervene, MEA condemns arrest</h2>

The temple authorities of ISKCON have appealed to the Indian government to intervene in the issue and speak to Bangladesh for the release of the monk.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-police-detain-iskcon-leader-krishna-das-at-dhaka-airport-report-779159">Bangladesh police detain ISKCON leader Krishna Das at Dhaka airport: Report</a>

The temple authorities further asked the government of Bangladesh to release their leader immediately. They strongly denied allegations of any kind of involvement in the terrorist activities.

In a post on X,&nbsp;ISKCON&nbsp;stated, “We have come across disturbing reports that Sri Chinmoy Krishna Das, one of the prominent leaders of ISKCON Bangladesh, has been detained by the&nbsp;Dhaka&nbsp;police. It is outrageous to make baseless allegations that ISKCON has anything to do with terrorism anywhere in the world."

Calling itself a “peace-loving&nbsp;Bhakti movement”, ISKCON appealed to the government of India to take immediate steps on the issue. &nbsp;

“ISKCON, Inc. urges the Government of India to take immediate steps and speak to the Government of Bangladesh and convey that we are a peace-loving Bhakti movement,” read the post.

India's&nbsp;Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) strongly condemned the arrest of the monk in Bangladesh and appealed authorities to ensure the safety of Hindus.

In an official statement, the MEA said, "We urge Bangladesh authorities to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities, including their right of freedom of peaceful assembly and expression. There are several documented cases of arson and looting of minorities’ homes and business establishments, as well as theft and vandalism and desecration of deities and temples."

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<h2>Who is Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari?</h2>

Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari is one of the founders of the discussed Hindu organisation ISKCON and a key advocate for the Hindu minorities in Bangladesh.&nbsp;

Watch: Bangladesh: Yunus Will Ask India To Send Back Sheikh Hasina To Ensure 'Justice'&nbsp;

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He is the spokesperson of Sanatan Jagoran Mancha, Bangladesh Sanatan Jagoran Mancha and Principal of Pundarik Dham.

He has been vocal about the violence against religious minorities, including Hindus, in Bangladesh.

The country has been witnessing violence against religious minorities since the dethroning of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.&nbsp;

The interim government of Mohammed Yunus has been criticised for failing to stop the violence against minorities. Since Brahmachari was one of the key voices of Hindus in Bangladesh, his detention is being seen by many as an attempt to silence the voices&nbsp;that are questioning the actions of the Yunus regime.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Bangladeshi Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was denied bail by a court on Tuesday (Nov 26) and the sedition case filed against him was upheld as tensions escalated over rights of minorities in the country.

Bangladeshi Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was denied bail by a court on Tuesday (Nov 26) and the sedition case filed against him was upheld as tensions escalated over rights of minorities in the country. The monk, who had earlier led protests for Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, was arrested by the Detective Branch of the Dhaka Police at Dhaka airport on November 25. The monk was stopped from leaving the country and taken to an undisclosed location by the authorities. In the wake of the monk's arrest, massive protests were held in different parts of the country and several people suffered injuries. ISKCON appeals India to intervene, MEA condemns arrest The temple authorities of ISKCON have appealed to the Indian government to intervene in the issue and speak to Bangladesh for the release of the monk. Also Read: Bangladesh police detain ISKCON leader Krishna Das at Dhaka airport: Report The temple authorities further asked the government of Bangladesh to release their leader immediately. They strongly denied allegations of any kind of involvement in the terrorist activities. In a post on X, ISKCON stated, “We have come across disturbing reports that Sri Chinmoy Krishna Das, one of the prominent leaders of ISKCON Bangladesh, has been detained by the Dhaka police. It is outrageous to make baseless allegations that ISKCON has anything to do with terrorism anywhere in the world." Calling itself a “peace-loving Bhakti movement”, ISKCON appealed to the government of India to take immediate steps on the issue. “ISKCON, Inc. urges the Government of India to take immediate steps and speak to the Government of Bangladesh and convey that we are a peace-loving Bhakti movement,” read the post. India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) strongly condemned the arrest of the monk in Bangladesh and appealed authorities to ensure the safety of Hindus. In an official statement, the MEA said, "We urge Bangladesh authorities to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities, including their right of freedom of peaceful assembly and expression. There are several documented cases of arson and looting of minorities’ homes and business establishments, as well as theft and vandalism and desecration of deities and temples." Our statement on the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das:https://t.co/HbaFUPWds0 pic.twitter.com/cdgSx6iUQb — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) November 26, 2024 × Who is Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari? Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari is one of the founders of the discussed Hindu organisation ISKCON and a key advocate for the Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. Watch: Bangladesh: Yunus Will Ask India To Send Back Sheikh Hasina To Ensure 'Justice' He is the spokesperson of Sanatan Jagoran Mancha, Bangladesh Sanatan Jagoran Mancha and Principal of Pundarik Dham. He has been vocal about the violence against religious minorities, including Hindus, in Bangladesh. The country has been witnessing violence against religious minorities since the dethroning of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. The interim government of Mohammed Yunus has been criticised for failing to stop the violence against minorities. Since Brahmachari was one of the key voices of Hindus in Bangladesh, his detention is being seen by many as an attempt to silence the voices that are questioning the actions of the Yunus regime. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh denies bail to Hindu monk Krishna Das, India condemns arrest

Krishna Das is an international chanting icon described by the New York Times as “the chant master of American yoga”. An American by birth, Krisha Das has been singing Hindu hymns or bhajans for decades. Das has created a chanting movement across the globe and has released seventeen albums since 1996.

His upcoming show is in Mumbai at NESCO, Goregaon on October 20. &nbsp;

WION catches up with Krishna Das to know more about his life, how chanting has been transformational and oneness in a world fueled by war.&nbsp;

1. What line of thought are you from? &nbsp;

I am a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba from North India, who many believe is a reincarnation of Hanuman itself. From 1970 to 1973 I lived with Neem Karoli Baba. I wanted to live with him forever but he suggested I go back to America since I had karmas to work out there. &nbsp;

My guru Neem Karoli Baba used to say “Sab ek” (all one). Many paths, many names, all one. This has made it easy for me to take teachings from different paths. I’ve learned everything leads to love, to our true selves and true nature.

2. How has chanting created personal breakthroughs in your life?&nbsp;

The practice of chanting is very simple. One repeats sounds which are called names of Gods. When one finds their mind wandering away they can simply come back to the name of God. We spend all of our lives lost in obsessive thinking and obsessive programs running in our minds, all the ways in which we define ourselves and many definitions are negative. They cause suffering, isolate us and prevent us from being happy. Chanting has helped me to connect with the living presence within. You can call it whatever you want to call it. There’s only one sun in the sky but every language has a different sound for it. The idea is that there is one true self and all beings are within that. The light of the supreme soul is what lives within all of us.

3. What are key lessons Neem Karoli Baba taught you in life? &nbsp;

Neem Karoli Baba was a Siddh Mahatma and he helped me experience my true nature. He said “You cannot talk to a hungry person about God” and he was very much into feeding people. His main teaching was love everyone, serve everyone and remember God. In this case, it means doing some kind of bhajan. We spend our whole lives thinking about ourselves - how does this affect me, what about me etc. This “me” is a sickness and we need to rid ourselves of it. &nbsp;Everything revolving around this is greed, neediness, ego and we need to rid ourselves of it. “Me” is just a bundle of thoughts we identify with. &nbsp;

4. What are you looking forward to during your Mumbai show? &nbsp;

I am very happy to come and sing to people. I have no expectations. I look forward to chanting and hope people chant with me. &nbsp;

5. What is your vision for the world?&nbsp;

This world is full of people. As long as people are full of anger, grief, shame, violence - the world will be full of that. We can try to remove the sorrow of the world to ensure the world is more satisfied. It is only possible if we fill more people’s hearts with love. &nbsp;

6. &nbsp;Are people more receptive to satsangs now than before in an era of concerts? &nbsp;

I am very surprised, especially after the pandemic at the intensity of people singing. We all need to free ourselves of the thoughts and suffering of the pandemic, besides the physical suffering. People are anxious to find peace within.&nbsp;

7. &nbsp;Can you share some personal transformation journey stories of people you have met?&nbsp;

I have met people across the world who have been gracious about their experiences with chanting and how it creates something for them to come back to. It’s an anchor in their lives. We need anchors so the boats of our life are not blown around, we are not drowning in the ocean. In this case, chanting helps to create that. It’s the sound of the name within us and represents our true name.&nbsp;

8. In a war-torn and divided world, how can people realise the inherent oneness amongst us?&nbsp;

I don’t think for most people the concept of oneness is real. Oneness is the final ultimate of all truth. We live in a relative world full of our subjective versions of the world. Everything we see, feel, think is based on our own subjective versions and dictated by our needs, wants, likes, dislikes. People should begin to release their anger, frustration, anxiety and drama. People should be honest about what’s causing pain for themselves, their loved ones and the world in general. Oneness is all around us however we don’t know that. I don’t think it’s useful to think we can manipulate our emotions to feel something that can be oneness. We are always trying to avoid suffering and feel pleasure. However, that pushes away from oneness. One has to release the anger and fear within and find love that’s real.

Krishna Das is an international chanting icon described by the New York Times as “the chant master of American yoga”. An American by birth, Krisha Das has been singing Hindu hymns or bhajans for decades.

Krishna Das is an international chanting icon described by the New York Times as “the chant master of American yoga”. An American by birth, Krisha Das has been singing Hindu hymns or bhajans for decades. Das has created a chanting movement across the globe and has released seventeen albums since 1996. His upcoming show is in Mumbai at NESCO, Goregaon on October 20. WION catches up with Krishna Das to know more about his life, how chanting has been transformational and oneness in a world fueled by war. 1. What line of thought are you from? I am a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba from North India, who many believe is a reincarnation of Hanuman itself. From 1970 to 1973 I lived with Neem Karoli Baba. I wanted to live with him forever but he suggested I go back to America since I had karmas to work out there. My guru Neem Karoli Baba used to say “Sab ek” (all one). Many paths, many names, all one. This has made it easy for me to take teachings from different paths. I’ve learned everything leads to love, to our true selves and true nature. 2. How has chanting created personal breakthroughs in your life? The practice of chanting is very simple. One repeats sounds which are called names of Gods. When one finds their mind wandering away they can simply come back to the name of God. We spend all of our lives lost in obsessive thinking and obsessive programs running in our minds, all the ways in which we define ourselves and many definitions are negative. They cause suffering, isolate us and prevent us from being happy. Chanting has helped me to connect with the living presence within. You can call it whatever you want to call it. There’s only one sun in the sky but every language has a different sound for it. The idea is that there is one true self and all beings are within that. The light of the supreme soul is what lives within all of us. 3. What are key lessons Neem Karoli Baba taught you in life? Neem Karoli Baba was a Siddh Mahatma and he helped me experience my true nature. He said “You cannot talk to a hungry person about God” and he was very much into feeding people. His main teaching was love everyone, serve everyone and remember God. In this case, it means doing some kind of bhajan. We spend our whole lives thinking about ourselves - how does this affect me, what about me etc. This “me” is a sickness and we need to rid ourselves of it. Everything revolving around this is greed, neediness, ego and we need to rid ourselves of it. “Me” is just a bundle of thoughts we identify with. 4. What are you looking forward to during your Mumbai show? I am very happy to come and sing to people. I have no expectations. I look forward to chanting and hope people chant with me. 5. What is your vision for the world? This world is full of people. As long as people are full of anger, grief, shame, violence - the world will be full of that. We can try to remove the sorrow of the world to ensure the world is more satisfied. It is only possible if we fill more people’s hearts with love. 6. Are people more receptive to satsangs now than before in an era of concerts? I am very surprised, especially after the pandemic at the intensity of people singing. We all need to free ourselves of the thoughts and suffering of the pandemic, besides the physical suffering. People are anxious to find peace within. 7. Can you share some personal transformation journey stories of people you have met? I have met people across the world who have been gracious about their experiences with chanting and how it creates something for them to come back to. It’s an anchor in their lives. We need anchors so the boats of our life are not blown around, we are not drowning in the ocean. In this case, chanting helps to create that. It’s the sound of the name within us and represents our true name. 8. In a war-torn and divided world, how can people realise the inherent oneness amongst us? I don’t think for most people the concept of oneness is real. Oneness is the final ultimate of all truth. We live in a relative world full of our subjective versions of the world. Everything we see, feel, think is based on our own subjective versions and dictated by our needs, wants, likes, dislikes. People should begin to release their anger, frustration, anxiety and drama. People should be honest about what’s causing pain for themselves, their loved ones and the world in general. Oneness is all around us however we don’t know that. I don’t think it’s useful to think we can manipulate our emotions to feel something that can be oneness. We are always trying to avoid suffering and feel pleasure. However, that pushes away from oneness. One has to release the anger and fear within and find love that’s real.

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