The Beginning
Drawn towards spirituality and self-development from an early age, Gurumaa’s journey became centred on selfless service and human transformation.
ABOUT GURUMAA
Gurumaa Yogita Khatri — Biography, Philosophy & Journey
A journey shaped by wellness, service, awareness and the belief that healthier living begins before disease.
WHO IS GURUMAA YOGITA KHATRI?
27+ years of experience, purpose and continuous learning.
Gurumaa Yogita Khatri is a Yoga and Naturopathy professional whose work brings together preventive healthcare, holistic wellness, conscious living and personal transformation.
She is the Founder and guiding force of Nirvana Naturopathy and Ayurveda Retreat near Nashik, an institution built around the philosophy that lasting health begins with prevention, awareness and positive living.
Across more than 27 years, her work has connected wellness with education, women and youth empowerment, community development and public awareness.
A JOURNEY OF PURPOSE
From an early search for meaning to a life of service.
The Search for Meaning
Her journey was profoundly influenced by her spiritual guide, Badi Gurumaa, strengthening her commitment to physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance.
The Wellness Journey
At 21, she began conducting “Glorious Life Seminars”, introducing practical approaches to Pranayama, meditation, Yoga and Naturopathy.
Empowering Women & Youth
Her social work has included Balika Gyaan Yagna and 500+ self-defence and women-empowerment workshops focused on confidence, awareness and safety.
Building Nirvana
Over more than a decade, her vision has contributed to an institutional wellness ecosystem connecting health, entrepreneurship and community development.
The Vision Ahead
She continues to promote preventive health, conscious living and accessible wellness through awareness, education and online Pranayama initiatives.
WELLNESS WITH A SOCIAL MISSION
Beyond individual health.
For Gurumaa, wellness extends into society. Her work encompasses women’s empowerment, youth development, education, rural healthcare awareness, community welfare and animal care.
Balika Gyaan YagnaAn educational initiative focused on children aged seven and above.Women & Self-Defence Workshops500+ workshops supporting confidence, awareness and personal safety.Gokuldham GaushalaAnimal care with veterinary support and a broader vision of compassionate social development.
SPEAKING & ENGAGEMENTS
Sharing practical ideas on health, life and positive living.
Gurumaa’s journey includes Glorious Life Seminars, workshops, motivational engagements and wellness education across audiences and generations.
Preventive HealthcareAwareness-led conversations on healthier living.
Yoga & PranayamaPractical approaches to breath, balance and mindful living.
Women & YouthConfidence, awareness, discipline and life skills.
Community WellnessEducation, social wellness and meaningful community initiatives.
RECOGNITION & LEADERSHIP
Milestones that reflect a long journey of work.
- Associated with International Day of Yoga initiatives in Himachal Pradesh
- Best Naturopathy Centre Award
- Best Motivational Speaker Award, 2016
- Doctor of Health Science degree, California Public University, 2022
- Member of the Central Council for Research in Yoga & Naturopathy (CCRYN)
- Nirvana achieved AYUSH certification and NABH accreditation in 2023
THE VISION
Healthy People, Healthy Nation
Healthcare must not begin only when disease appears; it must begin with awareness, prevention and lifestyle.
“Healthy People, Healthy Nation — through Yoga, Naturopathy, Prevention and Positive Living.”