On August 2, 2025, Dada JP Vaswani’s 107th birth anniversary (jayanti) was observed by individuals and organisations across the world as Global Forgiveness Day. This year’s theme was based on the power of ‘letting go’.
Dada JP Vaswani championed the transformative power of forgiveness, teaching that it is essential for inner peace and healing. In this spirit, Global Forgiveness Day is observed on August 2, Dada’s birthday, with the Moment of Calm at 2 pm as a designated time to forgive.
The ‘Let-it-go’ box was unveiled recently by Didi Krishna Kumari, Head of Sadhu Vaswani Mission. Inspired by the teachings of Dada, the box is a symbolic tool that encourages individuals to release negative emotions such as anger or fear by writing them down and dropping them in. The initiative teaches people not to suppress negativity, but to give it up completely — freeing themselves emotionally and spiritually. 450+ boxes were placed in locations across several countries. Many positive reviews poured in. Kavita from Bhopal shared how making forgiveness a daily practice has transformed her life. Once weighed down by sadness and poor health, she now feels lighter, more peaceful, and free from many ailments.
The Lion’s Club and corporates such as Mastercard and WeWork took part in the practice. Spiritual organisations, including Parmarth Niketan, Brahma Kumaris, and Shrimad Rajchandra Mission, also observed the Moment of Calm. School principals across India expressed appreciation for the practicality of the ‘Let-it-go’ box. Sadhu Vaswani Centres in places such as Singapore, Barcelona, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong also joined in the observances.
On July 26, several events including walkathons were organized worldwide in cities such as New Delhi, New York, Pune, Mumbai, Bangalore, Singapore, Tenerife (Spain), and London. At Times Square, New York, an event named “Forgive. Release. Rise Free.” was held, drawing global attention. In homes and offices, temples, and classrooms, people joined in to let go of grudges and other emotional baggage.
At the Mission’s headquarters in Pune, a three-day tribute was held, which included satsangs, bhajans, kirtan, and Dada Vaswani’s recorded teachings. Didi Krishna delivered LIVE talks, reminding that hiding one’s flaws serves no purpose. Instead, she urged that everyone should confess and seek the guru’s forgiveness and blessings. Extensive seva activities were also carried out at the Mission and its institutions. Speaking on forgiveness, Didi said: “Nothing can make goodness flourish more than the attitude of forgiveness.”
The Moment of Calm campaign continues to reach new audiences each year, as more and more people experience the emotional and spiritual relief that comes with letting go.
Dada JP Vaswani was one of the leading saints of India and a renowned educationist, author, and humanitarian, universally acclaimed as a messiah of love. A scientist by training, he transformed lives with love, compassion, and spiritual insight. Once, when a student asked him, “What should I do if my friend keeps making the same mistake again and again?” Dada, with his characteristic wit, replied, “If he keeps on making mistakes, you keep on forgiving!” Dada has said, “Keep on forgiving! Forgive at least as many times as you would wish to be forgiven by God.”
