India’s spiritual landscape is dotted with a multitude of gurus. Revered by millions of followers, they wield immense influence over their followers. Over the years, these spiritual gurus, babas, and saints have also amassed substantial wealth.
Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev: Founder of the Isha Foundation, Sadhguru (as he is popularly known as) is known for his pragmatic outlook on spirituality. His foundation runs yoga centres, educational institutions, and ecological projects. As of 2023, his estimated net worth is around Rs 18 crore.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Known for his unwavering commitment to peace and humanitarian endeavours, Ravi Shankar is the founder of The Art of Living Foundation. As per estimates, his net worth is said to be around Rs 1000 crore, which includes assets such as The Art of Living centres and healthcare facilities.
Baba Ramdev: A trailblazer, Baba Ramdev is renowned as a yoga guru. His Patanjali Ayurveda brought about a boom in India’s wellness industry. In 1995, he co-founded the Divya Yog Mandir Trust, which he presides over among other things. His estimated net worth is around Rs 1600 crore.
Mata Amritanandamayi: Popular among her followers as Amma, this Kerala-born guru and humanitarian oversees the Amritanandamayi Trust. She is said to possess assets around Rs 1500 crore.
Avdhoot Shivanand Ji: Founder of ShivYog, an organization that offers meditation programmes, he is also involved in social development activities. His net worth is estimated to be around Rs 43 crore.
Dr. Paul Dhinakaran: A respected spiritual leader among Christians, he heads The Jesus Calls Ministry. He also serves as the Chancellor of Karunya Institute of Technology in India, where 8000 students study Science and Technology, Engineering, Arts, Media, and Management courses. His estimated net worth is around Rs 45 crore.
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Insan: Leader of Dera Sacha Sauda since 1990, Ram Rahim has an immense support from Harijans and Dalits. His estimated net worth is around Rs 1455 crore.
Asaram Bapu: With a network of around 400 ashrams and 17,000 Bal Sanskar Kendras, Asaram Bapu is an infleuntial guru. As per estimates by Frontline in 2008, his net worth was said to be Rs 5000 crore. His Trust generated around Rs 350 crore in 2021, as per several reports.
Swami Nithyananda: Nithyananda is the founder of Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam, a trust that owns temples, gurukulas, and ashrams across several countries. As per reports, his net worth is estimated to be around Rs 10,000 crore.
