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Pramukh Swami Maharaj was conferred the honor of ‘Sanatan Dharma Jyoti’ for his countless
contributions to protect, foster and nourish the timeless wisdom of Hinduism and his contin-
uous encouragement to preserve and promote the Vedic scriptural tradition by more than 30 His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj paid homage to Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s efforts to
eminent scholars from all over India. strengthen family unity in millions of homes around world during the ‘Family Unity Day

Swaminarayan’s instruction to foster world cynically, heading in a negative
the propagation knowledge, Pra- direction and wonder about the des-
mukh Swami Maharaj established tiny of future generations, Pramukh
nearly 40 educational institutions and Swami Maharaj’s life was dedicated
student hostels to nurture the educa- to character-building of future gen-
tional and character development of erations of educated global citizens
over 22,500 students annually. In ad- guided and anchored in spiritual val-
dition, his unparalleled educational ues and altruistic motives.
services include the reconstruction Thousands of children currently
of 55 schools in disaster-affected ar- volunteer their time at Pramukh Swa-
eas, providing financial assistance to mi Nagar while simultaneously pursu-
23 other educational complexes, and ing their studies. What a life he must
annually supporting over 5,000 stu- have led to motivate and inspire thou-
dents in need of scholarships. sands of youths to turn away from
Leaders and experts in educa- worldly offerings, sacrifice personal
tion attended the important event. time, and serve for the benefit of oth-
Padma Shri T.V. Mohandas Pai, Professor Vijaykumar CG, Vice-Chancellor of Padma Shri T.V. Mohandas Pai, ers. When inquired about their source
Chairman of Manipal Global Edu- Maharshi Panini Sanskrit and Vedic Universi- Chairman of Manipal Global Education of inspiration, one hears countless
cation (Manipal University) shared, ty, Ujjain, announcing the award of ‘Sanatan shares his thoughts about Pramukh stories of lives personally touched
“To resolve the challenges of hu- by Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s con-
manity, we must learn from Pra- Dharma Jyoti’ to Pramukh Swami Maharaj. Swami Maharaj stant travels and sacrifice. Think of
mukh Swami Maharaj, who taught a future with such leaders and doers
us to live together as human beings, cation that fosters character will ul- exhibits, games, and rides conducted shaping communities and nations.
to be compassionate, to care for our timately bring success and happiness mostly with the volunteer efforts of The month-long celebration is
children, and to care for nature. He to a person’s life.” youths. There is a great deal of enter- His Holiness Mahant Swami Ma-
established temples worldwide to In support of these efforts, Pra- tainment to experience, along with haraj’s vision to provide inspiration
inspire countless people to live in mukh Swami Nagar features experi- thought-provoking shows for chil- from the life, efforts, teachings, ac-
peace, to care for everyone, and to ences for the whole family, including dren and adults, sowing and nurtur- tions, and contributions of Pramukh
harm no one in society. I am confi- a children’s section with interactive ing seeds of values. While we see the Swami Maharaj.
dent that inspired by the teachings of
Pramukh Swami Maharaj, BAPS will
carry on their extraordinary work of
educating humanity on how to live
in this new world, find peace with-
in, have compassion for others, take
care of our planet, and make sure
that all of us leave a better world for
our children.”
In closing, the present BAPS
spiritual leader, His Holiness Mah-
ant Swami Maharaj stated, “Char-
acter deficiencies cause tremendous Millions Attend Pramukh Swami Maharaj Centennial Celebrations
problems, so only value-based edu-

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