[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 211 (Monday, December 15, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1197]
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         RECOGNIZING DECEMBER 21, 2025 AS WORLD MEDITATION DAY

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                        HON. RAJA KRISHNAMOORTHI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 15, 2025

  Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sunday, 
December 21, 2025, as World Meditation Day, which has been designated 
by the United Nations to celebrate the growing recognition of 
meditation as a practical tool for mental well-being and peace.
  This observance will culminate in a global moment of stillness at 
10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, when events across Illinois, throughout the 
United States, and around the world will unite communities in a shared 
moment of peace and connection during the holiday season, supporting 
mental well-being, resilience, and unity.
  This meditation will be led by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. For more 
than 45 years, Gurudev has dedicated his life to promoting peace, 
advancing human values, and serving communities around the world.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to Gurudev Sri Sri 
Ravi Shankar for his work in promoting meditation, and I encourage my 
colleagues to join in a moment of silence in recognition of World 
Meditation Day.

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