The Urdu translation of Autobiography of a Yogi was released on May 20, 2007, at a public function held at the City Montessori School Auditorium, Gomti Nagar Branch, Lucknow. The book was released by Sri Chowdhry Sukhram Singh Yadav, Speaker of Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Parishad. The first copy of the book was presented by Sri Yadav to the Guest of Honour, Justice Murtaza Hussain. About 650 people filled the auditorium.

Sri Choudhry Sukhram Singh Yadav,Swami Nityananda and Justice Murtaza Hussain at the Book Release Function of Autobiography of a YogiUrdu, Lucknow,May 20.2007

During the opening address, Sri K. N. Bakshi, a distinguished member of the Indian Foreign Service (Retd) who served as Ambassador to the United Nations, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Iraq, and other countries, spoke about his association with YSS, how this spiritual institution has helped in the dissemination of the teachings of Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda, and how it continues to grow and shine on the path of the pilgrimage to Spirit. He mentioned that one of the aims of YSS is to unite all religions.

Sri Chowdhry Sukhram Singh Yadav, spoke of the ancient and eternal nature of the science of yoga, as expounded in Autobiography of a Yogi. He said that Paramahansa Yoganandaji touched the lives of people of all castes and creeds through his universal teachings of Kriya Yoga and that his message has gone beyond all geographical boundaries.

A section of the audience at CMS auditorium during the Book Release Function of Autobiography of a YogiUrdu,Lucknow,May 20,2007.

Justice Murtaza Hussain, spoke of the relevance of Yoga in the 21st century with all its challenges and opportunities.He expressed reverence for Paramahansa Yogananda for his mission of showing to the world the underlying unity among all religions through his yoga teachings. Expressing concern over the widening gap between the countries all over the world, Justice said that the efforts made by Paramahansaji through his worldwide organisation YSS/SRF would play a predominant role in bringing peace to the world.
Swami Nityananda emphasized the universality of yoga, its scientific and practical nature, and its suitability to people of all religions. Swamiji said that Paramahansa Yoganandas Autobiography of a Yogi has brought about a change in the lives of millions of people all over the world.  Paramahansaji through this book has introduced readers to the path to eternal bliss or God communion through the techniques given by the ancient yogis of India.
Swamiji then gave a brief introduction to these scientific, yet simple yoga techniques, referring to the chapter in Autobiography of a Yogi on Kriya Yoga. He explained how the rishis of ancient India may be called “the scientists of yoga.” Man’s search for freedom from pain and the attainment of true and lasting happiness is at the root of the quest for the yogic methods of experiencing the ever-existing, ever-conscious, ever-new Bliss that is within each one. Yoga meditation, said Swamiji, can help one to lead a balanced life of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
This book release function was covered by prominent newspapers, including The Times of India, The Hindustan, Sahara Times, and Dainik Jagran.

The devotees of Yogoda Satsanga Dhyana Kendra – Lucknow showed much enthusiasm in organising the function. More than 70 volunteers helped in various activities including printing of pamphlets, book sales, seating and stage arrangement, decoration, refreshments, ushering, contact with the media, etc. which made the book release function a great success.