Sheikha Shaikha Ali Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

Shaikha Ali Jaber Al Sabah
Nationality	Kuwaiti
Occupation(s)	Yoga practitioner, wellness advocate
Organization	Daratma Studio
Known for	Promoting yoga in Kuwait and GCC region
Awards	Padma Shri (2025)

Shaikha Ali Jaber Al Sabah is a Kuwaiti yoga practitioner and wellness advocate, recognized for promoting yoga in the Gulf region. ^[1] In 2025, she was conferred the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, for her contribution to fostering wellness and cultural exchange through yoga in Kuwait and other GCC countries. ^{[2] [3]}

Career

Shaikha Al Sabah is the founder of Daratma Studio, a wellness center based in Kuwait that promotes yoga, mindfulness, and holistic health. She has played a significant role in popularizing yoga among Kuwaitis, especially youth and women, and has contributed to making wellness practices accessible and inclusive in the region. ^{[4] [5]}

In 2024, she met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the region, where her efforts in yoga advocacy were acknowledged. ^[6] Her studio has collaborated with community centers, embassies, and wellness forums to spread awareness of Indian yoga traditions in the Gulf region. ^[7]

Recognition

Shaikha Al Sabah became the first female yoga proponent from Kuwait to receive the Padma Shri, under the category 'Others - Foreigners/NRIs/PIO/Overseas Citizens'. Her award was widely covered in both Indian and Gulf media. ^{[8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13]}

See also

• Padma Shri

References

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3. "Padma Awards 2025 List" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
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6. "PM Modi meets Kuwaiti yoga enthusiast who promotes yoga among youth through her Daratma studio". ANI. 22 December 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
7. "President Murmu presents Padma Shri to Kuwaiti Yoga enthusiast". The Tribune. Retrieved 28 June 2025.
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10. "Sheikha Shaikha Ali Al Jaber Al Sabah receives Padma Shri for yoga from Indian President". The Times Kuwait. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
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12. "Kuwaiti ambassador hails Indian honor for Sheikha Shaikha". Kuwait Times. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
13. "MEA congratulates foreign Padma awardees". India Post. Retrieved 20 June 2025.