Pujya Swamiji was conferred with the esteemed Adi Sanatan Dharma Ratna Award in recognition of his more than 50 years of dedicated global service in promoting Indian culture, values, yoga, environmental stewardship, and the conservation of rivers and water bodies. His pioneering efforts include launching Ganga Aarti and river aarti traditions at numerous riverbanks, leading large-scale tree plantation drives, and inspiring millions through awareness and action.