Philippines – Singapore Dharmayatra 2024 View Photos With unparalleled clarity, Pujya Gurudevshri unveiled the hidden treasures of Shrimad Rajchandra Vachanamrut – Updeshchhaya 9 at Mumbai, revealing the ego’s subtleties and guiding seekers towards Self-realisation. To take the blessings and teachings of Param Krupalu Dev far and wide, the Master left for Philippines on July 28. Pujya Gurudevshri at the ‘Pearl of the Orient Seas’, PhilippinesJuly 29 – 31 With bountiful love and compassion, Pujya Gurudevshri arrived at Manila, the capital city of Philippines. The Master was graciously received by His joyous hosts, Mehul-Natasha Shah. Pujya Gurudevshri visited the office of His host, Nezda Global, where He received a warm welcome from the employees through heartfelt musical renditions. Family members also dedicated musical and dance performances to revere the Master. Pujya Gurudevshri toured the expansive office, igniting an atmosphere of devotion. A highlight of the visit was inauguration of the ‘Wall of Faith,’ housing deities from various faiths. In this sacred ambience, a pratishtha ceremony was performed at the office, further elevating the spirit of the space. Hariom Khandelwal, CEO at Nezda Global, expressed his gratitude in a heartfelt speech. Mehul-Natasha Shah were also blessed with an elevating pratishtha at their residence. Inauguration of Real Village Adopted by Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care The Festival of Compassion 2024, sponsored by Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care and Nezda, was a celebration of humanity and service. With the grace of Param Krupalu Dev and the boundless love of Pujya Gurudevshri, this event marked the inauguration of the village Real, Quezon, by the revered hands of Pujya Gurudevshri. An atmosphere of devotion, joy and festivity enveloped the village as the epitome of compassion, Pujya Gurudevshri, arrived. The villagers warmly welcomed Him as He proceeded to inaugurate the Access Road, symbolising a new pathway for the village. A vibrant procession with song and dance led the Master into the heart of the village. Pujya Gurudevshri then inaugurated the Sports Complex, where Personal Secretary to Pujya Gurudevshri and Vice-president of the Mission, Atmarpit Nemiji joined in for a game of basketball. The Master inaugurated the Tagumpay Elementary School, where the Municipal Mayor, Hon. Diana Abigail D. Aquino, expressed her gratitude, highlighting that this school was the first of its kind in Real, Quezon. Pujya Gurudevshri then toured the classrooms and facilities. Head Teacher Clarissa Zenarosa also shared her heartfelt views. The inauguration continued with the unveiling of a Healthcare Centre, a Dental Clinic, a Day Care Room, a Sewing Centre, a Livelihood Centre and a House of Prayer which has religion boards from various faiths. At the House of Prayer, the Master revered the chitrapats of Bhagwan Mahavir and Param Krupalu Dev with flowers. The celebrations reached a crescendo with dance, music and the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, “Lupang Hinirang.” Mehul Shah, the Founder of Nezda Serves, expressed his gratitude on this momentous occasion and presented Pujya Gurudevshri with an award. Atmarpit Nemiji too addressed the audience. Pujya Gurudevshri then venerated an idol of Param Krupalu Dev with flowers, concluding the day’s events with deep reverence. Pujya Gurudevshri at the ‘Garden City’, SingaporeAugust 1 – 6 Pujya Gurudevshri arrived in the vibrant city-state of Singapore, where He was warmly hosted by Satish-Ragini Bakhda and Mayur Ghelani. Devotees of Far East Asia experienced a supremely elevating time as they embarked on a three-day residential retreat with their beloved Master to the Island of Batam. Seekers accorded the Master a vibrant welcome as He arrived at the location of the retreat. Over three mentally rewiring pravachans, Pujya Gurudevshri expounded that among all the means of liberation, Satsang of an Enlightened Master is the foremost and the most powerful. It is by listening to and contemplating on Satsang that a seeker imbibes wisdom and removes his ignorance. He elaborated on the three fundamental flaws that prevent one from fully benefitting from the Enlightened Master’s association. The group participated in several holistic activities that took them deeper for nourishing all aspects of their beings. These included meditation, pranayam and cardio workouts. They also aligned their body, mind and spirit through yoga in the revered presence of Pujya Gurudevshri. Atmarpit Nemiji conducted interesting games for the group and imparted important life lessons. He also shared with the seekers of the Far East the upcoming projects of the Mission. The retreat evenings witnessed devotees revel in a spiritual fiesta. Through dances, musical dedications, skits, prayers and recital of verses of the immortal masterpiece Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra, seekers expressed their emotions towards the Master. Devotees were also blessed to do nrutyabhakti on the verses of Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra with Pujya Gurudevshri in their midst. While in Singapore, Pujya Gurudevshri also graced the homes of seekers with sanctifying padhramanis. We bow down in gratitude at the Lotus Feet of Pujya Gurudevshri for His relentless efforts in making us understand the true nature of the Self and teaching us the art to abide in it.
