Upcoming
Srimad Bhagwat Katha & Rash Lila Mahotsav – Homage to Swami Bhakticharan Das
- When
- Date to be announced
- Where
- Native village of Swami Bhakticharan Das
With the blessings of the Divine, Pranabananda Sevashram invites all devotees to the sacred Srimad Bhagwat Katha and Rash Lila celebrations, held in the native village of Most Revered Swami Bhakticharan Das.
1. WELCOMING & HOMAGE CEREMONY
• Homage to Swami Bhakticharan Das – honouring Most Revered Swami Bhakticharan Das, a distinguished son of this very village where we gather for the Bhagwat Katha and Rash Lila celebrations.
• Welcome to Disciples – a warm and heartfelt welcome to all disciples and followers of Swami Bhakticharan Das.
• Tribute by Disciples – disciples of Swamiji are invited to the stage to offer homage and share reflections on his life and divine teachings.
• Address by Swami Aparananda – Swami Aparananda, son of Swami Bhakticharan Das, will speak about his father's inspiring life, spiritual legacy and contributions.
• Welcome to Sadhvi Dipti Mataji – a ceremonial welcome with floral offerings to Most Revered Sadhvi Dipti Mataji, who will kindle the holy lamp and share introductory blessings before the Bhagwat Katha begins.
2. SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE
• Bhagwat Katha – listening to the Bhagwat Katha purifies the mind, fosters peace and harmony within families, and promotes spiritual unity across the community.
• Yajna (Havan) – a sacred fire ceremony performed with Vedic chanting and offerings of ghee and samagri into the altar. It cleanses the environment, removes negative energies and invokes divine blessings upon all participants.
• Kalash Yatra (Ghat Yatra) – devotees carry sanctified water pots on their heads in a devotional procession accompanied by Kirtan, symbolising purity, community unity and the grace of Mother Ganga and the Divine.
• Preparing your Ghot – devotees are requested to maintain absolute purity, decorate their pots with mango leaves and a coconut, and take part with utmost devotion.
• Pitru Tarpana (Homage to Ancestors) – the spiritual merit of the Bhagwat Katha and Nam Sankirtan is dedicated to departed ancestors, bringing peace to their souls and their blessings upon the family.
3. ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEVOTEES
• Volunteers will manage road traffic and guide movement during the Kalash Yatra. Special care will be taken for the safety of children.
• Nutritious tiffin will be served to all participating devotees after the Kalash Yatra.
• Pure, sattvic Mahaprasadam will be prepared and distributed under the guidance of Vaishnav devotees.
• A decorative banner depicting the divine Rash Lila and a tribute banner dedicated to Swami Bhakticharan Das will be displayed at the venue.
4. DONATIONS & INCOME TAX EXEMPTION (SECTION 80G)
All donations for the Bhagwat Katha will be received through Pranabananda Sevashram. Under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, donations made to the Sevashram are eligible for income tax relief.
Official receipts must be collected in person from the Sevashram office:
Pranabananda Sevashram
ভিল। কদরত, পি.ও. রামকৃষ্ণ পল্লী (সোনারপুর হয়ে)
নরেন্দ্রপুর রেল স্টেশনের কাছে
কলকাতা 700150
1. WELCOMING & HOMAGE CEREMONY
• Homage to Swami Bhakticharan Das – honouring Most Revered Swami Bhakticharan Das, a distinguished son of this very village where we gather for the Bhagwat Katha and Rash Lila celebrations.
• Welcome to Disciples – a warm and heartfelt welcome to all disciples and followers of Swami Bhakticharan Das.
• Tribute by Disciples – disciples of Swamiji are invited to the stage to offer homage and share reflections on his life and divine teachings.
• Address by Swami Aparananda – Swami Aparananda, son of Swami Bhakticharan Das, will speak about his father's inspiring life, spiritual legacy and contributions.
• Welcome to Sadhvi Dipti Mataji – a ceremonial welcome with floral offerings to Most Revered Sadhvi Dipti Mataji, who will kindle the holy lamp and share introductory blessings before the Bhagwat Katha begins.
2. SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE
• Bhagwat Katha – listening to the Bhagwat Katha purifies the mind, fosters peace and harmony within families, and promotes spiritual unity across the community.
• Yajna (Havan) – a sacred fire ceremony performed with Vedic chanting and offerings of ghee and samagri into the altar. It cleanses the environment, removes negative energies and invokes divine blessings upon all participants.
• Kalash Yatra (Ghat Yatra) – devotees carry sanctified water pots on their heads in a devotional procession accompanied by Kirtan, symbolising purity, community unity and the grace of Mother Ganga and the Divine.
• Preparing your Ghot – devotees are requested to maintain absolute purity, decorate their pots with mango leaves and a coconut, and take part with utmost devotion.
• Pitru Tarpana (Homage to Ancestors) – the spiritual merit of the Bhagwat Katha and Nam Sankirtan is dedicated to departed ancestors, bringing peace to their souls and their blessings upon the family.
3. ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEVOTEES
• Volunteers will manage road traffic and guide movement during the Kalash Yatra. Special care will be taken for the safety of children.
• Nutritious tiffin will be served to all participating devotees after the Kalash Yatra.
• Pure, sattvic Mahaprasadam will be prepared and distributed under the guidance of Vaishnav devotees.
• A decorative banner depicting the divine Rash Lila and a tribute banner dedicated to Swami Bhakticharan Das will be displayed at the venue.
4. DONATIONS & INCOME TAX EXEMPTION (SECTION 80G)
All donations for the Bhagwat Katha will be received through Pranabananda Sevashram. Under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, donations made to the Sevashram are eligible for income tax relief.
Official receipts must be collected in person from the Sevashram office:
Pranabananda Sevashram
ভিল। কদরত, পি.ও. রামকৃষ্ণ পল্লী (সোনারপুর হয়ে)
নরেন্দ্রপুর রেল স্টেশনের কাছে
কলকাতা 700150