Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Osho's Legacy: Mystery and Controversy 36 Years After Death
Osho, a spiritual leader who died in 1990, is still remembered and debated today.
He started meditation centers and taught unique ideas, but he also caused a lot of controversy.
After his death, the main center in Pune, India, changed a lot.
Some people say it's not the same as when Osho was alive.
There have been fights over who owns his teachings and property.
Some people think the center is now more like a fancy health club than a spiritual place.
Despite the changes, many people still visit the center and follow Osho's teachings.
There are also other centers around the world where people practice his meditations and celebrate his ideas.
Even though there are disagreements, Osho's influence continues to be felt.
Osho's legacy remains controversial 36 years after his death, with significant changes at the Osho International Meditation Resort in Pune.
The resort has removed many of Osho's photographs and discontinued celebrating his death anniversary, leading to accusations of 'de-Oshoization'.
A major schism occurred around 1999-2000, with rebel factions forming and opposing what they see as the dilution of Osho's legacy.
Recent controversies include a trademark battle over 'OSHO', a disputed will, and an attempted land sale in 2023.
Despite the changes, Osho's teachings and meditations continue to attract followers worldwide, with the resort offering various courses and therapies.
- Who
- Osho (Bhagwan Rajneesh), a controversial spiritual leader
- What
- The enduring legacy and controversies surrounding Osho 36 years after his death
- When
- Osho died on January 19, 1990, and controversies continue to the present
- Where
- Primarily at the Osho International Meditation Resort in Pune, India, and other global centers
- Why
- Osho's teachings and actions sparked both devotion and controversy, leading to ongoing debates about his legacy
- Birth Name
- Chandra Mohan Jain
- Birth Date
- December 11, 1931
- Death Date
- January 19, 1990
- First Ashram
- Pune, India (1974)
- Controversial U.S. Commune
- Rajneeshpuram, Oregon (1981-1985)
- Current Meditation Resort
- Osho International Meditation Resort, Pune
- Major Schism
- 1999-2000, leading to rebel factions
- Recent Controversy
- Attempted land sale in 2023