Laurene Powell Jobs, the widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, is referred to as ‘Kamala’

While visiting India for Mikhail Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, Laurene Powell Jobs attracted considerable international attention as she is the widow of apple co-founder Steve Jobs. This remarkable religious occasion has registered Laurene being thoroughly involved with Sanatan Dharma, her new Hindu name, “Kamala,” was given to her by one of the supremos of Niranjani Akhara. Together with her spouse, who is also an excellent specialist who has a tendency to push hardcore, they developed a new subculture together, which will forever remain a part of Indian history. She was also officially awarded her guru's 'gotra' before she attended this magnificent event.

The 61-year-old philanthropist is undertaking the intensive “Kalpavas” effort for the ten days, spending the entire time in meditation. This also entails memorizing holy chants, observing fully vegetarian meals without garlic, onions, or excessive spices, and taking morning baths in sacred rivers. Kicking off at Mahashivaratri for nine days, such lucid trance like meditations will be combined with spinning and slamming, along with planting of Tulsi saplings, ground sleeping, and gold free bodysuits.

According to her spiritual mentor, Swami Kailashanand Giri, Kamala is a particularly attentive student and refers to her as a daughter. “Kamala is very dedicated to Dharma and is learning everything from yagya, havan, abhishek to other rituals,” he informed the group.

Who is Laurene Powell Jobs

Laurene Powell jobs is an American businesswoman and philanthropist, as well as the widow of Apple Inc. co-founder Steve Jobs. She was born on 6th November, 1963 at West Milford, New Jersey and attended the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated with a Political Science degree before she later enrolled for an MBA program at Stanford University.Currently Laurene Powell Jobs has a net worth of 15 billion dollars, which puts her on the list of the wealthiest women around the world. She inherited much of his wealth notably Apple shares from her deceased husband, Steve Jobs who died in 2011.Steve and Laurene Powell Jobs have three children: Reed, who was born in 1991; Erin Siena, who was born in 1995; and Eve, who was born in 1998. Besides, Steve has a daughter Lisa from his past relationship.

Emerson Collective is an organization, which was established by Powell Jobs, focusing on immigration reform, social justice, environmental causes, and education. She is a co-founder of The Atlantic, where she holds a meaningful stake, and now operates through her non-profit organization. Emerson Collective has worked on various philanthropic projects including education, climate change, and healthcare.She has become a known advocate for societal change as a quiet but powerful influencer in the social impact and philanthropy sectors. Her initiatives contribute to developments in public policy and educational reform.Steve Jobs, her deceased husband, traveled to India in the mid-seventies, and in doing so had formed a spiritual bond with the country. He went to India alongside Daniel Kottke, who later worked for Apple, for spiritual purposes at the Kainchi Ashram of Neem Karoli Baba in the Uttarakhand region.In regards to the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj, Laurene made an early trip to Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. She sported a white dupatta and a pink suit and took part in the ‘jalabhishek’ ceremony at the temple. Her visit is indicative of her growing interest in Indian mythology and customs while being conducted under strict security.