News Report for the Month of March 2020

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Publications    Newsletters Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad announces…….At this unprecedented time of Global Crisis due to Corona Virus Pandemic, all the regular Yoga & spiritual activities are canceled at the Ashram until further notice. Also, the planned upcoming Satsang programs, Yoga camp and scheduled Mangal Utsav celebrations from April 13, 2020, to May 31, 2020, all are canceled. Ashram has started relief efforts in the distribution of food packages to the needy in the underprivileged area of the town and joined in helping hands, whatever best possible under the circumstances. Each food package contains Pou-roti, a pouch of Milk, two bananas, cooking spices, potatoes, onions , grains & oil pouch, etc… In a time like this people go through emotional stress, panic, sadness…….Feel free to call ashram If, you wish to receive Pujya Swamiji’s blessings & support. Also, Ashram’s priest will provide worship services on request & perform a special Pooja on your behalf. Once again, please note, All yoga classes at the Ashram are closed. Chaitra Navratra Retreat & Parayan (group recitation) of Sri Ramcharit Manas at Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhavan has been canceled. Sri Ramnavami Utsav, Sri Hanuman Jayanti (Maruti Yajana) are canceled. Ashram’s Priest performs daily worship at all the shrines but all the temples are closed for casual visitors. We regret to announce that all the ASHRAM’S Satsang programs from April 13, 2020, to May 4, 2020, are canceled. Be safe,  stay healthy and play your part in the whole to prevent the spread of Corona Virus! While humanitarian relief efforts are active all over, it is time for us to do our part at the individual level to overcome this crisis and think about what can I do to prevent the Coronavirus disease at home and people around you ?……. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue. Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects daily (e.g., tables, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, and cabinet handles) using regular household detergent and water. We pray for the Global Crisis to resolve soon………. here, sharing thoughts “Call to Krishna” from “Heart to HEART” Relief Efforts- In Action News Through Events Photos In the  month of March, a few pre-planned Satsang programs at the ashram and pilgrimage to Sri Vaishno Devi successfully got completed before the Corona Crisis  “Lock Down”. It is all the Grace ! Advanced Yoga Teachers Training Course (YTTC) from Feb 11, 2020 to March 4, 2020:  Respected Yogi James Lo, President of Yoga and Sports Federation of Taiwan and founder President of Sivananda Yoga Studio, Taipei, Taiwan visited the ashram with thirteen of his Yoga students. They came for Advanced YTTC affiliated with Gujarat University. This capsule course was of 20 days covering 220 hrs. Upon their request, ashram organized the presence of Yoga Teacher Yogi Sri Sunil from the BKS Iyengar Yoga foundation. The  Advanced YTTC was successfully completed on March 4, 2020. Their award ceremony was coordinated on March 1, 2020 at Achala Education Foundation. The group departed for their scheduled short Bharat Darshan Tour. On March 1, 2020 Achala Education Foundation organized an annual award-giving function. Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj graced the function with other dignitaries Sri P. K. Laheriji and famous writer Sri Devendra Patel, Dr. Mafatbhai Patel, Smt. Anar Patel, Sri Sanjay Patel, and others. Best five teachers of the year in Gujarat and best ten books for education in Gujarati writers were awarded by the worthy hands of Revered Sri Swamiji Maharaj. Two young Pandits from Gurukul, Shatavadhani and experts in 64 arts were given special honor by Sri Swamiji Maharaj. In his speech on this occasion Pujya Swamiji emphasized the need for Value-based ethical education instead of business-oriented education. “Without ethical teaching, present youth will go astray and a number of unwanted episodes take place in the society – Nation too”, He said. Pilgrimage to Sri Sri Vaishnvo Devi- Katra – Siddhabari – Dharamsaha (March 5, 2020 – March 9, 2020): Pujya Swamiji and a group of devotees had Pilgrimage to Sri Vaishnvo Devi. Respected Sri Surendraji Vasudeva and his family from Yamuna Nagar and Revered Swamini Shraddhananda from Kula Kamala Yoga Foundation, PA (USA) joined the group also. On March 6, 2020 weather was not in the favor. Only one trip of six persons was taken to the upper hill by helicopter with Pujya  Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s group. The rest of the people went on foot, climbing up to “Mata ka Darbar”. Some of them went by pony ride and other means. It was great satisfaction of having Darshan of Maa Vaishno Devi for all. From Katra, the entire group traveled to Sri Chinmaya Tapovanam at Siddhabari by bus. On the way, they had darshan of Chamunda Mata, Chichi Mata, Kangadaji, Vajreshwari Devi and finally Jwala Devi. Whether God was very much in the favor and darshan was possible at every Shrine. Pujya Swamiji Maharaj was in ecstasy mood after the darshan of Maa, He played drum (nagara) and got devotees in the mood of Garba, singing the glory of Maa Durga. At night, the group arrived at Chinmaya Tapovanam, Siddhabari Ashram. Here, there was heavy rain and snowfall. But the next morning was a beautiful Sunrise and it was a treat for all to see peaks of the snow covered mountains shining in the Sunrise. After paying homage and silent meditation at holy Samadhi Shrine of Most Worshipful & Revered. His Holiness Sri Swami Chinmayanandaji Maharaj and darshan at Sri Ram Mandir, Hanuman Shrine at the Ashram, they all had a visit to Sri Dharamshala, the holy abode of H. H. Dalai Lamaji. Because of the Corona virus outbreak, He was in isolation hence group had darshan of temples and Satsang with other Senior Lamas. At night Satsang, Revered Swamiji shared the memory of his visit to Siddhabari when Brahmleen Sri Swami Chinmayanandaji Maharaj attained Mahasamadhi / BHU Samadhi. Sri Swamiji cherished his first darshan of  Revered Sri Swamiji Maharaj on Sept 8, 1965 at Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh when Swamiji arrived from Uttar-Kashi and on his way visited Sivananda Ashram

News Report for the Month of April 2020

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Publications    Newsletters “WILL Power Wins ALL Powers”- Swami Adhyatmananda.  How powerful and inspiring these words are at the present time of Gobal COVID -19 Crisis! All the worship services at all the Ashram Shrines are performed by the Ashram priest daily and on special occasions. Ashram Parivar (inmates) are engaged in regular Ashram activities, night Satsang, Covid-19 relief efforts, providing food to Doctors & health care workers, who have come from out of town and serving the sick on daily bases under the guidance of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. Chaitra Navaratri (April 1, 2020): April 1 st was Ashtami, the eighth day of holy Navaratri of Chaitra Shukla Paksha, special worship was offered to Sri Sri Sri Ashta Lakshmi Bhavan of Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. Sri Durgasaptasati Parayan is regular worship at the Temple. Sri Ramnavami Worship (April 2, 2020):  Sri Ramcharit Manas’s Nawahna Parayan was concluded early morning. In the forenoon of Sri Ram Navami (Happy Incarnation day of Sri Lord Ram) was celebrated with special worship and holy Yajana (Homam), fire worship at Sri Ram Temple of the Ashram. Temple priest with Sri Swami Narayananandaji Maharaj of Sivananda order and inmate of Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad, lead the Homam. After special Poojan, Archana & Arati, Prasad was distributed to Ashram Parivar during the lunch hours. with all precautions of social distance/isolation maintained at the ashram. On April 8, 2020 Sri Hanuman Jayanti was celebrated at Sri Ram Hanuman temple of the Ashram. Special worship and Archana offered, which followed Sri Maruti Yajana and prasad was distributed during lunch. On April 13, 2020, happened to be  75 th Birth anniversary day of  H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj, as per Hindu calendar, the sixth day of half-dark of Chaitra (Chaitra Krushna Shasti). Pujya Swamiji offered special worship at Sri Vishwanath Temple in the morning from 5 am to 6.30 am and at Sri Sri Sri Ashta Lakshmi Bhawan from 7 am to 8.30 am, which followed  Aayushya Homam up to 10.45 am by Pujya Swamiji and Ashram Priest only. No other ashram inmates could join because of COVID -19 restriction. Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj very generously gave charity to Swamijis, Sevaks of the ashram and Leprosy Colony in Banars Kantha district, where about 1300 inmates are staying, including mentally retarded children. A special mid-day meal was served to Ashram’s Parivar. On April 25, 2020, happened to be 98 th Birth anniversary of Brahmleen H. H. Sri Swami Krishnanandaji Maharaj. He served as an Acharya & General Secretary of the H. Q. of the Divine Life Society. Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj spoke about his reminiscence with His Holiness Swami Krishnanandaji Maharaj during the night Satsang with Ashram Parivar. On April 26, 2020, a special worship was organized being Akshya Trutiya sacred day as per Hindu calendar in the month of Vaishakh. On April 29, 2020, Sri Brahmotsav of Sri Sri Ashta Lakshmi Adishakti Peeth was celebrated with all traditional rituals and Navchandi Homam. Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj performed Maha Aarti and Poojas of Sri Yantra at the holy altar of lotus Sri Yantra seat. Because of lockdown and curfew, devotees could not join at the ashram and Bhandara was not organized, also. On April 30, 2020, Holy Ganga Saptami believed to be descending of river Ganges on the earth planet, was ceremoniously celebrated at Ashram’s holy Sri Vishwanath Temple. Special Note Ashram has started relief efforts in the distribution of food packages to about 3100 needy families in the underprivileged area of the town. It can serve them about 10 days of groceries. Also, each food package contains Pou-roti, a pouch of Milk, bananas, cooking spices, potatoes, onions, grains & oil pouch, etc…These services to the needy will continue, as long as it is essential. Upon the request of Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad city, group of Doctors & Paramedical staff, who came from out of town and serving the sick patients the people, the ashram has provided lodging & boarding with great love and sincere feeling of service to the Nation. All Yoga classes, as well as Reiki Classes, remain closed during the month. Yoga teacher, Ms. Sangeeta Thawani conducted online yoga classes. Also, the planned upcoming Satsang programs, Yoga camp, and scheduled Mangal Utsav celebrations of H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s Amrut Mahotsav from April 13, 2020, to May 31, 2020, all are canceled. 46 th YTTC ( May 11, 2020 – May 30, 2020) has been canceled. Upcoming Satsang Programs. If God permits, we will have……… Chariot Festival (Rath Yatra Utsav) will be on June 23, 2020 Guru Purnima Satsang will be on July 5, 2020, and on July 14, 2020, 57 th holy Aaradhana day Satsang of H.H. Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj. OM Shanti! Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of May 3, 2020

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Publications    Newsletters Zoom Meet Photos ( May 3, 2020) Mangal Utsav (April 19. 2019 – May 3, 2019) Photos  “All Things are Possible”, ” The ways of the Lord are mysterious!” And He is always sarva-samartha—omnipotent, all-powerful, capable of instantly doing anything and everything that He divinely wills.” – H. H. Sri Swami Chidananda. The joy is to experience HIS Presence. We had beautiful & memorable Amrut Mahotsav celebration of Beloved Pujya Swamiji Maharaj through Zoom Meet on May 3, 2020, even in Lockdown of COVID -19. It is all Guru’s Grace! How Blessed we are to have Pujya Swamiji’s Darshan, Satsang & Blessings on this momentous occasion of His 75 th Birth Anniversary celebrations! Devotees felt Swamiji physical presence! Devotees from the USA, UK, Canada, and all over India joined in the celebrations. There was an outpouring of sentiments of deepest gratitude & love by devotees who spoke felicitating their Beloved Swamiji Maharaj. They all shared their unique experiences and bonding with Swamiji Maharaj. How fortunate & blessed each one of us feels to be a part of this sacred event! And How Powerful and Inspiring was Swamiji’s message! “Stand for Truth & Purity”, He said. In all situations, be rooted in the Absolute Truth, Abide in the SELF, sing HIS Glories, Surrender at the holy feet of your Guru. Stick to the path guided by your Guru. Chant the Guru Mantra with unwavering faith. Intensify your faith only on one thought ” I am Thine, Thou art Mine, Thy will be done”. “O God, I am Thine, Thy wish is mine as I have none”. Guru’s Grace is unfailing; it is ever ready to help you. I have experienced in my life, you can too. We will cherish the Global Oneness connected with this event forever! We wished, we had more time for all who wanted to speak and express their sentiments but, Pujya Swamiji had full schedule lined up on this sacred day, never the less, all were happy to be a part of this momentous occasion of Pujya Swamiji’s Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations. The meet went on overtime and still could have gone on & on….. We Pray for Pujya Swamiji’s Good health & long life, So HE could be a guiding light to the spiritual aspirant all over. The Zoom Meet was hosted by a devote couple of Chicago (USA) on behalf of all the devotees. They feel fortunate for this Blessed opportunity. After the Zoom Meet in the morning hours, the Holy Padooka Pujan of most Worshipful and Revered Sri Guru Maharaj Swami Sri Sivanandaji and Swami Sri Chidanandaji were performed by the inmates of ashram. Narayan Seva to underprivileged people of the town and service to Leprosy Colony was organized to mark this very special day. Also, “Amdavadtak” TV Media broadcasted Pujya Swamiji’s Blessings to mark this sacred day.  Here is the Link to Full coverage The day progressed for Pujya Swamiji to receive Prayers & heartfelt wishes from devotees & well-wisher from all over the globe for HIS happy Birthday. 26 th Patotsav (Anniversary) of Lord Sri Vishwanath Mahadev was celebrated with Laghu Rudra Pooja as well as Homam . Corona Relief efforts & Services through ashram: As we are passing through Corona epidemic, ashram extended free lodging and boarding for the Medical team, who came to serve COVID patients from different districts of Gujarat for about two & half month from March 15, 2020 to May 25, 2020. Ashram received altogether 70 Doctors. Ashram’s management was happy to serve them as they were front liners warriors taking care of COVID patients. Daridranarayan Seva continues to people in underprivileged area of the town. Announcement for Upcoming Events: Sivananda Ashram, Amdavad Announces…… As, COVID Lock down is extended up to June 30, 2020 at Ashram vicinity area and all the regular Yoga & Satsang programs continues to be close until further announcement. Ashram’s Priest performs daily worship at all the shrines and prayers are offered every day for the global peace. Be safe, stay healthy and play your part in the whole to prevent the spread of Corona Virus! Om Shanti! Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of June 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News through the Event Photos June 1 st being holy Sannyas Diksha Day of Most Worshipful Revered Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj, a special satsang, prayers and Narayan Sewa was organized. Three hundred and eighty families in slum area were benefited by this humble service in the name of Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj. Food packages of Rice, Pearls (Tuver Dal) and Potatoes were distributed which will serve about fortnight per family. On June 11, 2020 Revered Sri Swamiji Maharaj with Ashram team planted about 125 big trees and 400 small flowering plants in the ashram campus. During diamond jubilee celebration of Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj planted 250 Tulsi plants, 75 Drumsticks and 25 Blackberry plants. They all have blossomed and are giving plenty of fruits throughout the year. A new release of Amrut Mahotsav Souvenir ( June 12, 2020): “A treasure volume” (digital copy) of core sentiments of love & gratitude of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj’s devotees from the East & the West. Simply Heart touching & Memorable…… It is an initiative of Smt. Rupa Manish Majmundar, an ardent devotee of Pujya Swamiji Maharaj on the occasion of Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations ( May 3, 2019 – May 3, 2020) of H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. It was released on her Birthday, Jun 12, 2020. She is editor of Gujarati monthly journal of Sri Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh. She is a member and joint Secretary of the board of management of DJSS. Also, a Reiki Grandmaster, giving selfless service at Sivananda Ashram. Thanks to all the Devotees from all over India, Taiwan, USA, Canada & UK for their contribution & Thanks to Rupaben for her wonderful gesture of love & gratitude. Please find the link of Complete Book (PDF). There is a second souvenir on the way soon………….with COVID Lockdown it has gotten delayed in printing by the Press. 6 th International Yoga Day was celebrated through Television Media under COVID -19 Pandemic restriction. Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji, a Yoga Guru of Global repute had many TV programs on this occasion. Dur Darshan Girnar (DD Girnar), Amdavadtak, and other local organizations invited Sri Swamiji…… Sri Swamiji conducted Yoga & Pranayam sessions, Guided Meditation, talked about Yoga in daily Life, Health and Happiness through Yogic Lifestyle, Yoga to boost up the Immunity, and more…..Countless people from all walks of life, Young & Old, Yoga lovers & Yoga beginners all attended Yoga at Home & Yoga with family through TV media and got benefited. On June 20, 2020, for the International Yoga day celebration, Door Darshan, Television center of Government of Gujarat (D.D. Girnar, Gujarat) invited Revered Swami Maharaj for a live telecasted interview. The subject was “Yoga in Daily Life”. Face book Ahmedavadtak telecasted live yoga class for the beginners & advanced practitioners in daily routine. This live telecast was conducted on June 20, 2020 & June 21, 2020 and was attended by 5.5K people at large from all walks of life. Sri Mukesh Choudhary, Sri Vikram Mistry, Sri Kinnar Parekh, Sri Sunil Patel & Yogi Pavan demonstrated the Yoga postures. Renowned medical unit “SWASTHYA” of Dr. Mayur Patel (Diabetologist) was inaugurated by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on June 20, 2011. It was 10th Anniversary on June 20, 2020, of this medical unit. Dr. Mayur with his family and members of “Swasthya” center visited Sivananda Ashram and one hour long live interview was telecasted on the Face book page of Swasthya, which was attended by 3000 sincere well-wishers of “Swasthya” Medical center. On June 21, 2020, other than morning live yoga class, famous Udgam School telecasted Guided Meditation session by Revered Sri Swamiji Maharaj for their school kids and parents. It was about half an hour session, well received by about 5000 viewers The evening of 6 th International Yoga Day was celebrated by the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat, Ahmedabad chapter, where Sri Swami Maharaj’s pre-recorded talk was telecasted on the subject of “Health and Happiness Through Yogic Lifestyle”. Famous yogi Sri Bhander, Smt. Hamsa Jaydev (Mumbai), Sri Subodha Tiwari (Lonavala) & Dr. Ananda Balyogi Bhavnani (Poona) also graced the occasion. This program was sponsored by Gujarat Tourism (Govt. of Gujarat). Rath Yatra Celebrations (June 23, 2020 ): Because of COVID -19 Pandemic restriction Rath Yatra, a Chariot Festival was not celebrated in the usual festive way in Ahmedabad at large. And so did we at the Sivananda Ashram, not announced the festivity which is normally every year attended by 600 to 700 devotees. But all the worship including Sri Vishnu Sahasranam Parayan, Archana, Aarti & prasad to the Lord was offered. And lastly, without a big crowed of Devotees or pomp & show, God came out of the temple and had a car ride silently in the nearby area of the town on that day. As always a traditional prasad dish containing Dudhapak, Malpuwa, Blackberries (Jamun) grown in the ashram garden, and sprouted green lentils were prepared & offered to the Lord and distributed to the devotees. Honoring the humble request of one of the Divine Life Society branchs, on their Thursday satsang on June 11, 2020 & June 25, 2020, Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj gave discourse on the subjects of “How to Practice Sadhana” and “Glory of our Gurudev” organized online which was attended by a large number of devotees. Upcoming Event The Sadguru is Brahman Himself. He is an ocean of bliss, knowledge, and mercy. He is the captain of your soul. He is he fountain of joy. He removes all your troubles, sorrows, and obstacles. He shows you the right divine path. Guru is the Moksha-dvara (door to liberation). Worship the Guru with the flowers of faith and devotion. Satsanga with the Guru is the first pillar in the temple of Self-realisation. Grace of God takes the form of Guru. To see the Guru is to see God.- Swami Sivananda Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of July 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News through the Event Photos Sacred Gurupurnima Celebrations (July 5, 2020): Under the Covid Pandemic restriction, still all the regular activities Spiritual & Yoga Ashram are still closed but we had observed solemnly sacred Gurupurnima celebration on July 5, 2020. It commenced at early morning in Brahma Muhurta with Prayer & Meditation. In the forenoon holy Guru Paduka poojan was performed by inmates of the ashram. In the evening live online Satsang was organized at Sri Chidananda Dhyan Mandir, from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm and it was attended by only inmates & members of the Board of Management at the ashram but, devotees from far & wide attended on line. The program commenced with Jai Ganesh Prayer, Guru Stotra, Sri Suktam and Devotional vocal singing in the glory of Sri Gurudev by Mrs. Upali Dash & Mrs. Mayurika Oza. Worshipful Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj conducted guided meditation brought peace breeze to all in present situation of Covid crisis. Smt. Rupa Manish Majmudar shared her gratitude sentiments for Gurudev. Revered Sri Swami ji Maharaj enlightened devotees on the subject of “Guru Tattva” and He shared his sweet memories with Gurudev Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. Satsang concluded with peace chant. On July 8, 2020, Daridra Narayan Seva was organized in the afternoon at village of Vichhia, 32 Kilo Meter far from the ashram, it is a habitation of Snake Charmer families. To 150 families one month groceries and Potatoes were distributed with the help of an efficient team of ashram’s yoga teachers. On July 13, 2020, 57th holy MahaSamadhi/Aradhana day of most Worshipful & Revered Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj was observed with satsang, prayers & Paduka Poojan at the ashram. Sri Marut Dave, vice president of DJSS Sivananda Ashram, shared his gratitude to Gurudev Sri SwamiSivanandaji Maharaj. Shiv Katha by H.H Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj during Shravan Month (July 21, 2020 – Aug 18, 2020): Ashram’s air is filled with peaceful and divine breez from Shiv Kathamrutam in the midst of COVID crisis. It is organized by Sivananda Ashram Parivar in collaboration with Amadavadtak TV media during the Holy Shravan Month. It has commenced on July 21, 2020 and will conclude on Aug 18, 2020. Even though there is not a usual devotees crowd attending live satsang at the Ashram, hundreds of devotees are watching, listening to Shiv kathamrutam on line sitting at their own home in the present fearful crisis of the COVID Pandemic! It is a blessing indeed! And Ashram’s Vishvanatha Mahadev temple Prahar Puja, archana, Rudrabhishek and special Pooja, Bilva Patras Archna all are going on by Ashram’s priest. Also, Ashram provide services for Devotees wishing to request puja and the Priest will perform on their behalf…… Your humble offerings for the services will be appreciated. Your support & donation are used for Ashram’s seva projects. You can send email Sivananda Ashram  or contact Ashram on phone # Telephone # 079-26861234 Fax # 079-26862345 Twelve Jyotirling Shiv Temple @ Sivananda Ashram : Devotees are inquiring and dropping in cautiously for Shiva Pooja on Monday throughout the month of Shravan So, ashram administration have decided to have side by Twelve Jyotirling Shiv Temple at ashram premises. So, people can perform Puja, Archana, Aarti & receive the blessings of the Lord. Your valuable contribution may please be donated by a check /draft drawn in favor of “Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh” and mail to our office at Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh, Sivananda Ashram, Jodhpur Tekra, Ahmedabad 380015. We promote digital payment and you can also directly remit your donation by RTGS/NEFT in our bank account as follows. (The donation to the ashram is exempted under Sec.80 G of IT Act.) Beneficiary Name: “Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh” Bank Name: Bank of Baroda. Branch name: BODAKDEV- Ahmedabad. Account Number: 03410100003337 IFSC Code: BARB0BODAKD (5th character is “Zero”) Please do let us know by email or phone when you remit the fund towards your donation in the captioned account. Donations from outside India is also accepted: Please note that we also accept a donation for the noble cause from countries outside India through the banking channel.For remitting donation directly in Banks’s account with Axis Bank, the details are as under. For USA Residents: Account Name: “Shri Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh” Account Number:10795855 / Bank Routing Number: 075901341 /Bank Name : Waukesh State Bank (DJSS is registered as non-profit in USA Federal Tax id 06-1780159) DJSS USA is Section 501(c)(3) organization. Residents of countries other than the USA: Beneficiary Account name “Shri Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh” Bank’s Name and Branch: Axis bank-Vastrapur Branch. Bank Account No: “032010100003174” Bank’s Swift Code: “AXISINBB032” (Please do let us know by mail or phone when you remit donation in the captioned account.) You can also send donations from foreign countries by check/draft drawn in favor of Axis Bank a/c “Shri Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh” and send at the captioned address. Please feel free to contact us through email or contact directly Shri Vijay Jajal: Phone # +91 937 6105 554. Ashram Parivar, a regular inmates of the Ashram were Tested for COVID. The health team including doctors from Government’s health department visited ashram on Ashram’s request. 47 People were checked and tested negative for COVID 19. Temples, Yoga Classes, Reiki Classes are closed since mid-March, but it may be reopen in mid-August ? Om Shanti ! Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of August 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News through the Event Photos Janmashtami Celebration (Aug 12, 2020): Lord Sri Krishna’s Prakatya Ustav was celebrated at Sri Ashta Lakshmi Adi Shakti Peeth and devotees attended on line. Live Bhakti Sangeet by Dr. Sri Vasavdaji’s Gunjan hatkesh group added a special fervor, as always. Just before Sri Lalaji’s Pragtya at midnight, Pujya Swamiji’s soul-stirring kirtan “Aa Gaya Bansiwala” & “Suswagatam Krishna” touched the hearts of one and all who attended the Satsang. That followed maha aarti, midnight meditation by Swamiji with the small group of devotees in Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhavan. BAL KRISHNA adored in the decorated cradle. Devotees felt blessed with the beautiful darshan of Sri Lalaji Maharaj. 74th Independence day celebrations (Aug 15, 2020): Independence day was graciously celebrated at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad with a small group of people attended live. Flag hoisting was done at 6.45 am. by Pujya Swamiji and people at large attended on line. After the national anthem and patriotic songs, Revered Swamiji gave a patriotic speech. In his speech, Swamiji remembered all who fought & gave scarifies for our Nation’s freedom, starting from 320 B.C. King Puru, King Chandra Gupta Maurya, His mentor scholar Chanakya, then Maharana Pratap, Chhatrapati Shivaji, Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi, and finally just in last century, Shahid Bhagat Singh, Guru Govind Singh and father of the nation Mahatma Gandhiji. He continued, “they lived, they breathed, they fought and survived only for the freedom of India from Mogal kingdom and British ruling. We should be loyal & faithful to our nation. Never say that I am from Gujarat, Maharashtra or Bengal. Always feel and proclaim that I am a proud Indian. It was a great struggle of Sri Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to unite India. A century before, Chanakya, Puru, and Chandra Gupta also dedicated their lives for the mission to Unite India. Talking about our National flag colors and what it represent Swamiji said that the top is orange (color of renunciation ), the middle one is white (color for peace, harmony, mutual love, and harmony ), and below is green asking for protection of ecology. Plant trees. Save Woods, rivers, mountains and keep as well preserve the beautiful world for the forthcoming generations.” At present, COVID-19 pandemic has caused the disruption in the lives of people. It is a Global Crisis. Each one of us has a duty to perform. Stay home, Stay Safe! Wear a mask, play your part in the whole to prevent the spread of the virus. Pray for all Doctors, paramedical staff, police, army, Ministers, Municipal personals and a team of our nation Prime Minister of India and all those who are fighting like warriors against Corona to protect the nation. “May God bless you all! May God bless India! Vande Mataram. Jai Hind.” After five months of COVID-19 lockdown, the ashram has opened temple Darshan for the community. Visitors are permitted to enter the ashram with all the precautions with wearing MASK, maintaining an essential social distance, and ashram’s volunteers are checking the temperature, everyone, before entering and use hand sanitizer, etc. NO PRASAD or crowd permitted during Aarti. Regular Yoga classes are still not yet started. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj’s daily Satsang & Spiritual discourses are going on through Sivananda Ashram in collaboration with Amadavadtak facebook TV media. Thanks to Sri Harshendubhai Oza for this service for the benefits of devotees. “Shiv Katha” by H. H Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj during Shravan Month (July 21, 2020 – Aug 18, 2020) is concluded and now “Upanishad Amrutam” has commenced on “Kathopnishad” from Aug 23, 2020. Even though there is not usual devotees crowd attending live Satsang at the Ashram, hundreds of devotees are watching, listening online sitting at their own home in the present crisis of the COVID Pandemic! It is a blessing indeed! Please find the link to facebook page Project Manav Seva – Narayan Seva to poor & needy families through Ashram in the form of Grocery distribution at the outskirts of the city at the distance of 40 kms. A packages containing 5 kgs rice, 3 kgs lentiles, 2 kgs Potatoes and edible oil, spices, to expenses of about Rs.75000 were distributed as humble seva in the name of Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj. Thanks to the ashram’s Yoga teachers team lead by Miss Sangeeta Thawani for their selfless services. The continuation of such comprehensive programs has been possible only because of the unstinting devotion and generous financial assistance provided by selfless devotees of the Lord. Refer for the details………..also please feel free to contact us through email sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com or contact directly Shri Vijay Jajal: Phone +91 937 6105 554. After five months of COVID-19 lockdown, the ashram has opened temple Darshan for the community. Visitors are permitted to enter the ashram with all the precautions with wearing MASK, maintaining an essential social distance, and ashram’s volunteers are checking the temperature, everyone, before entering and use hand sanitizer, etc. NO PRASAD or crowd permitted during Aarti. Regular Yoga classes are still not yet started. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj’s daily Satsang & Spiritual discourses are going on through Sivananda Ashram in collaboration with Amadavadtak facebook TV media. Thanks to Sri Harshendubhai Oza for this service for the benefits of devotees. “Shiv Katha” by H. H Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj during Shravan Month (July 21, 2020 – Aug 18, 2020) is concluded and now “Upanishad Amrutam” has commenced on “Kathopnishad” from Aug 23, 2020. Even though there is not usual devotees crowd attending live Satsang at the Ashram, hundreds of devotees are watching, listening online sitting at their own home in the present crisis of the COVID Pandemic! It is a blessing indeed! Please find the link to facebook page Project Manav Seva – Narayan Seva to poor & needy families through Ashram in the form of Grocery distribution at the outskirts of the city at the distance of 40 kms. A packages containing 5 kgs rice, 3 kgs lentiles, 2 kgs Potatoes and edible oil, spices, to expenses

News Report for the Month of September 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News through the Event Photos On Sept 8, 2018 134 st Birth Anniversary of Gurubhagwan Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj was celebrated with Paduka Poojan, Satsang, and Narayana Seva. About 155 families who are living 35 to 40 km far from the ashram were given the packages of rice 5 kg, lentil 2 kg, potatoes 3 kg, Oil 1 liter & a spice package. These families are unregistered on Govt. office roaster so they don’t have ration card and don’t receive Governmental aid. They don’t stay in one place, they are moving colony and migrate place to place as per the labor job that they get. The final version of Amrut Mahotsav Souvenir “Jit Jit Dekhu Chabi Tumhari“, the book which is compiled by Smt. Rupaben was released on this memorable day. It contains the core sentiments of love & gratitude by devotees of Pujya Swamiji Maharaj from the East & the West. Simply Heart touching…..will be remembered for ever. On Sept 24, 2018 105th Happy Birth Anniversary of Most Worshipful and Revered Gurudev Srimat Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj was celebrated with Paduka Poojan, and in remembrance of GuruMahraj. Sivananda Seva Smiti organized “CHIDANANDA KATHAMRUTAM” – a Spiritual Retreat on Life & Teachings of Gurumaharj from Sept 18, 2020 to Sept 24, 2020 at Uttarkashi. It was a spiritual feast to listen to the Glories of Gurumaharaj from Revered Sri Swami Premanandaji Maharaj, Reveres Sri Swami Ramswarupanandaji Maharaj, Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj, Revered Sri Swami Yatidharmanandaji Maharaj, Saints, Mahatmas, and so many close Devotees of GuruMaharaj. It was an outpouring of their core sentiments of love, devotion & deepest gratitude. Devotees from all over the World attended through TV media. Shiv Katha (July 21, 2020 – Aug 19, 2020) by Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyasapeeth was organized during the Shravan month through Sivananda Ashram in collaboration with Amadavadtak Facebook TV media. It was concluded on Aug 19, 2020. At present two Satsang discourse series are going on, one on the subject of “Upanishad Amrutam” on “Kathopnishad” (started from Aug 20, 2020 ) and the second on “Srimad Bhagavatam Kathamrutam“. Devotees take benefits of satsang online sitting at their own home! Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj is regularly contributing His satsang service to the Divine Life Society Bhubaneswar branch also. Temples of the ashram are open now with strict rules abidance of COVID -19. Yoga classes are not opened yet. Upcoming Navaratri (Oct 17, 2020 – Oct 24, 2020), a festival of Durga Puja will be celebrated through TV media. Singing the Glories of the Maa, Mother principle, Garba (Sitting) is organized. Please join with us. Amdavadtak – Home | Facebook Visit ” Sivananda Ashram Ahmedabad – Home | Facebook” for the daily satsang Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of October 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News in Slide Show On October 2, 2020 Ashram celebrated Pujya Bapuji’s and Sri Lal Bahadur Shastriji’s birthday with solemn prayers, meditation, and service to poor, downtrodden, and needy families. October 8, 2020, monthly Narayan Seva, distribution of Groceries to the poor and needy families was carried out by a team of yoga teachers under the leadership of Ms. Sangeeta Thawaniji. 160 families were served groceries worth Rs. 550/per family. It contains 5 kg Rice, 2 kg Gram, 3 kg Potatoes, 1 lit edible Oil. This cost approximately Rs. 90,000/- per month. This distribution is being done about the radius of 40 km from our ashram. These all families are unregistered in Govt. account. They don’t stay in one place, they are moving colony and migrate place to place as per the labor job that they get. The continuation of such comprehensive programs has been possible only because of the unstinting devotion and generous financial assistance provided by selfless devotees of the Lord. Your valuable contribution may please be donated by a check /draft drawn in favor of “Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh” and mail to our office at “Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh“, Sivananda Ashram, Jodhpur Tekra, Ahmedabad 380015. As per Indian calendar Purushottam mas (Sept 16, 2020 -Oct 16, 2020) was celebrated by relaying Srimad Bhagavat Katha by Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj, which was throughout the month in the evening for 45/50 minutes. On Oct 21, 2020 Sri Swamiji inaugurated a Yoga studio, “Yoga Sutra”, of Yoga teacher Smt. Manju Narang who gave services at the ashram. Navaratri Festival (Oct 16, 2020 – Oct 26, 2020) Ashram celebrated Navaratri festival from with Gita chanting in chorus in the forenoon and recitation Sri Durga Saptasati in the afternoon. A Group of devotees sang ‘GARBA’ in praise of God as Mother every day before evening temple service Aarati. On Holy MahaAshtami Havan as well Kanya Pooja was organized with great devotion with the strict rules abidance of COVID -19. On Oct 26, 2020 was holy Vijaya Dashmi. Pujya Swamiji rendered reading from all holy scripture starting from Ved, Upanishad, Valmiki Ramayan, Gita, Sri Ramcharit Manas, etc.was done as per the tradition. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj’s Satsang discourse series, “Upanishad Amrutam” on Kathopnishad and Srimad Bhagavatam Kathamrutam are concluded. During the Navaratri daily satsang on “Devi Mahatmaya” through Amadavad Tak & DD Girnar for all nine days were enlightening. At present, Sri Swamiji’s discourses on the text “Patanjali Yoga Darshan” have commenced through Sivananda Ashram Face Book page. Temples of the ashram are open now for devotees darshan with the strict rules abidance of COVID -19. Deepavali Message (November 14, 2020) by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaj Maharaj Wishing you Peaceful, Blissful & Joyful Diwali & Happy New Year! Radiant Immortal Divinities! Most Beloved and Blessed Children of the Divine Om Namo Narayanaya! Loving Pranams! Happy Diwali! May Almighty Lord and Bhagawan Sri Vishwanath Mahadev, Goddess Sri Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Maa and Most Beloved Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj & Guru Bhagawan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj’s grace be ever upon you all! May this Diwali brings inner light to realize the peace and bliss absolute is the best wishes, prayers, and greetings to all! May you all enjoy good health, perennial peace, mutual harmony, mutual love, and affection with all the members of your divine family.! Deepavali is a festival of light, Joy & Illumination. To be free from darkness and enter into the Self-luminous light of the SELF is Deepavali. Darkness is ignorance, light is knowledge. To seek wisdom, to establish in the inner peace, supreme light of the SELF, and to rest in the supreme blessedness is the festival of Deepavali. Our real nature is peace. “Shantoyam Atma”, “Anandoyam Atma”. Seek that, find that, and establish in that only, that is the festival of light, in a true sense. The knowledge is to abide in the peace within and to experience the Bliss at all times and in all conditions. In the word of Sri Gurudev, “In all conditions, I am Bliss, Bliss, and Bliss Absolute”. what is being needed, is awareness, “Awareness of Awareness.” The present-day world is anxiety-ridden and tension torn from Covid -19 Pandemic. Fear not, stay positive, the vaccine is on the way, it is a hope for all. In the meantime, we all have to exercise discipline in terms of wearing masks, social distancing, and do our part in the whole. Be Safe & Stay Healthy. Enhance and build a strong immune system. Practice Yoga and Pranayama regularly. Find time to do simple Pranayama namely Anuloma Viloma or Sukh-Puravak Pranayama. Do a few rounds of Kapalbhati and Bhastrika Pranayama (if you don’t have an underlying medical condition like high blood pressure or heart disease), which will boost up your energy level and enhance lung capacity “And remember this will pass too.” We have won over deadly diseases like Smallpox, Plague, Spanish Flu, etc. During Diwali don’t waste money on firecrackers and like. Conserve the resources. Protect the environment and ecology. May Diwali brings the awareness of harmonious coexistence with nature, plants. animals & birds. Worship of the cow is a tradition of ancient India from Lord Krishna’s time. Honor all life equally. The Life Principle (Chaitanya) is the same in All. “God pervades the entire universe. The Lord is within you and all around you. Open your eyes and behold HIM everywhere. Behold the Lord in all beings, all objects, plants, animals, actions, feelings & thoughts. Lead the Divine Life. “Be good Do Good” “Serve, Love, Give, Purify, Meditate & Realize”, says Sri Swami Sivananda. May the supreme light of the lights enlighten your inner being! May you all rejoice in the Lord, sing His divine name and abide in Him! May you all attain spiritual illumination in this very Birth! With Ocean deep regards, Profound love and prayers for the peace and harmony in the world. Thy Own Self, Sevak Swami Adhyatmananda Om Shanti! Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of November 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News through Event Photos Deepavali Celebrations at the Ashram : As always, it was a “”Bhavya Annakut of Maa Ashtalaxmi for special Shakambhari pujan this year which included offering of all kind of vegetables and fruits. You name it any and we had it from vegetable and fruit Kingdom, the normal, exotic and, rare ones too. Because of Covid restrictions, we didn’t have a regular flow of devotees at the Ashram, but countless devotees offered their share and felt fortunate to get an opportunity to be a part of this Grand Annakut offering to Maa Asthalaxmi. And the joy was to distribute the Prasad of Annakut offering to the needy families the next day on the New Year day, a real Deepavali celebrations. On Nov 13, 2020 a special Pooja was organized in the ashram on the auspicious day Dhanteras. Under the Covid restrictions, very few families could join the group Pujan this year. Sri Yantra Pooja and Abhishek were performed by Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj, Sri Swami Kamalanandaji Maharaj, and SriSwami Narayanandaji Maharaj. 0n Nov 14, 2020 for the occasion of Diwali, big Shakeshwari – Shakambhari Pooja was organized. Considering Corona time, sweets and snacks were avoided and vegetables, fruits, and dry fruits were arranged as a Naivedya. 7000 kgs. of vegetables and fruits were distributed to 813 needy families living in the slum area, on the next day of New Year. All types of vegetables like potato, tomato, brinjal, beans, carrot, cabbage, cauliflower, beans, and much more were part of the Naivedya and Narayana Seva. And fruits include orange, banana, papaya, dragon fruit, apple, pineapple, watermelon, Chiku, coconut, kiwi etc. Almond, cashew,kismis, pista were amongst the dry fruits. Cooked food like Dudhpak, Mohanthal, Halva, Laddu, rice – dal and vegetables of lady fingers, brinjal, dragon fruit, tomatoes, etc were part of the Prashad. Chikki, chocolate, biscuit, grams, etc children’s favorites were also included. Narayana Seva. Devotees of the ashram and Yoga teachers prepared 813 food packets with 5 kgs. Vegetables, 3.5kgs. fruits and other items liked by the children, till 2 am. These packets were distributed to the families living in the outskirts of the city and slumareas on the next day morning. 813 families of these areas were provided with food packets as Narayana Seva: Vinchhia – 125,Rethal – 35, Gibpura – 53, Telav – 59, Shela – 350, Bopal – 50, Bodakdev – 100and Thaltej – 41. On Nov15, 2020: Numerous devotees, turn by turn, visited Sri Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhavan –Sri Adi Shakti Peeth from early in the morning till late night. This flow continued on Nov 6, 2020, also. Shivananda Literature books like How to get peace of mind?, Human Touch, Points to remember before starting Yoga and In Tune with Infinite were distributed to devotees by Sri Kamalanandaji Maharaj and, Sri Narayananandji Maharaj. On Nov 22, 2020 happened to be 19th Maha Samadhi Day of Param Bhagvatiya, Pujya Sri Brahmalin Srimat Swami Sri Krishnanandaji. Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj shared thoughts of Sri Swami Krishnanandaji Maharaj’s Life incidences and enlightened the devotees through on line satsang. On Nov 30, 2020 Tulsi Vivah on Dev Diwali and Kartik Purnima was performed at the Ashram. Narayana Seva to the needy families is a regular seva carried out through Ashram for the last many years on 8th of each month in which 150-160 families are given 5 kgs. of rice, 2 kgs. of Toor dal, 2 kgs. potatoes, 1 ltr. of edible oil to the families living within a radius of 40 km from Ashram. Approximately Rs.80,000-90,000 are spent on this seva. Ashram is thankful to the generous donation Rs. 97,100 from Balsara family of London and Rs. 51,000 from the Kapoor family of Ahmedabad for this month Narayan Seva. Ashram make humble request to the devotees of the Lord to join to this noble activity by check to ‘Divya Jivan SanskrutikSangh’. Donation given to Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh is exempted u/s. 80 G ofIncome Tax Act. b l Read Full Article

News Report for the Month of December 2020

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Publications    Newsletters News in Slide Show Activities at the Ashram are slowly getting normalized with the release of Covid restrictions.Temples of the ashram are open now for devotees darshan with the strict rules abidance of COVID -19. Regular Yoga classes & Reiki sessions will be starting from January 2021onwards. Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj’s daily satsang discourses are organized by Sivananda Ashram Parivar through Sivananda Ashram Face Book page. which is posted on youtube also. At present Swamiji is taking “Patanjali Yoga Darshan” text of Maharshi Sri Patanjali. On December 3 Mahamantra Kirtan was started 77 years ago at Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh. Ever since then continuous chanting has been going on. In the memory of it Sivananda Ashram, Amdavad also had a special Satsang. At Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad Mahamantra chanting is being done in the ashram’s daily night Satsang. On December 20, 2010 Board of trustees of Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh meeting was organized through Zoom from 9 am to 10 am. The trustee meeting of Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh was held from 10 am to 11 am and Annual General Meeting of Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh was held from 11 am to 12 am. On Christmas eve December 24, 2020, a special Satsang was held and prayer was offered for Corona’s free world. Gita Jayanti (Dec 25, 2020): Gita recitation by devotees group was organized at Sri Adi Shakti Peeth, Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhawan from 9.30 am to 11.30 am. On the eve of New Year, Dec 31, 2020, Sri Mahamantra Kirtan & Om Namah Shivaya japa chanting performed on 77th installation year of Sri Vishwanath Mandir, Rishikesh. Narayan Seva – Monthly food & grain distribution to poor and underprivileged families of the town is regularly done through ashram. A packages contain groceries` 5 Kg, wheat flour, 2Kg. green gram, 2 Kg Potatoes & 1 Lit edible oil to 150 to 160 families get distributed in the outskirt of Ahmedabad City. It costs about Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 85,000 Per month. This is possible only because of a generous donations by Devotees of the Lord. Ashram team appreciates and welcomes this kind gesture. Please write the check the address to “Sri DivyaJivan Sanskrutik Sangh”,Refer to the page for the details………..also, please feel free to contact us through email sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com or contact directly # +91 93761 05554. Regular Yoga Classes & Reiki Class will commence from January 2021 onwards. please register ahead, as entry will be limited. Kindly visit personally and get an admission card. Satsang & Tours of Pujya Swamiji Maharaj during the month of December 2020 Lucknow (Dec 3, 2020 – Dec 7, 2020): Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj arrived in the morning to Lucknow. Dr. Anil Srivastavji received Sri Swamiji in great honor. Sri Anil ji is a well-known cardiologist (MD. PHD) and is in high esteem in the medical community. He served as CMO Govt. Civil hospital, Lucknow) and his wife Smt. Renu Srivastava is a Gynecologist. This Blessed couple is fortunate to receive Mantra Diksha by GuruBhagawan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. On Dec 4, 2020, H.E. Governor of Utter Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh Respected Smt. Anandiben invited Revered Swamiji to Governor House. Pujya Swamiji attended the ceremonial wedding of Dr. Anil ji and Dr. Renu ji Srivastav’s daughter Dr. Akanksha (MD Pediatrics) with Dr. Alok ( MS Neurosurgeon) They all felt blessed to have Sri Swamiji’s holy presence for this wedding. Bride and groom received blessings of Governor Smt. Dr. Anandiben Patel. After the wedding ritual guests were treated and served lunch to all at Governor House only….. In the afternoon home Satsang was organized at Sri Dayal’s home (M.E. Superintendent, PWD Govt. of U.P.) On Dec 5, 2020, Satsang was held at Mr.Sunil & Mrs.Vandana’s home. In the afternoon Rev. Swamiji inaugurated Dr. Dubey’s (Utter Pradesh Ratana) yoga meditation astrology Bhawan. On Dec 6, 2020, Grand Satsang was organized at Hotel Fair Field Marriot, Lucknow in the forenoon. At dusk, Pujya Swamiji graciously visited Respected Chief Minister of Utter Pradesh, H.H. Sri Yogi Adityanathji. They exchanged greetings in mutual respect. On Dec 7, 2020, Sri Swamiji was invited by Dr. Rajesh Kashyap & Dr. Archana to their home in Sanjay Gandhi Research Foundation Medical campus and organized Satsang. Sri Swamiji returned back to ashram late at night. Om Shanti ! Read Full Article