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Dallas hosts global Bhagavad Gita festival

OUR BUREAU In 2025, the SGS Gita Founda-
tion and the Gita Mahayajna pro-
Dallas, TX gramme--both founded by Swami-
A This visionary global movement aims
grand global celebration of the
ji--will mark their tenth anniversary.
Bhagavad Gita concluded at
Allen Stadium in Frisco, Dal-
ble to everyone.
las, under the leadership of spiritual to make the Bhagavad Gita accessi-
leader and head of the Avadhoota The SGS Gita Foundation has
Datta Peetham, Ganapathy Sachchi- trained over 500 teachers so far. The
dananda Swamiji. programme has inspired spiritual
Over 10,000 devotees from seekers aged between 3 and 85. The
around the world participated in movement is currently active in 14
the historic event, which featured countries.
the collective chanting of the entire In the United States alone, 30
Bhagavad Gita. learning centres are operational,
Following the unprecedented with more than 250 dedicated vol-
success of last year’s programme, unteer teachers conducting regular
devotees from 14 countries once ji is spreading the message of the India and abroad, upholding the core classes.
again came together to recite all 700 Bhagavad Gita across the world and values of Sanatana Dharma. With unwavering devotion and
verses of the Bhagavad Gita. promoting spiritual unity. For the last ten years, he has divine compassion, Ganapathy Sach-
Inspired by the divine guidance For the past 65 years, he has been leading a powerful internation- chidananda Swamiji continues to
of Swamiji, many followers have been guiding lakhs of devotees al movement in the United States to guide humanity in the modern era as
memorised the scripture and experi- through mantra deeksha, enlighten- promote the teachings of the Bhaga- a beacon of spiritual light, working to
enced deep spiritual transformation ing discourses, and the establishment vad Gita among children, youth, and establish a peaceful, righteous, and
in their lives. of temples dedicated to Karya Siddhi adults, sharing the eternal wisdom of awakened society through the eter-
Through this initiative, Swami- Hanuman and Lord Dattatreya in Lord Krishna on a global platform. nal teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.

Dr. Rachana Kulkarni Recognized as NJBIZ Physician of the Year

OUR BUREAU promoting cardiovascular health education and
physical activity within New Jersey’s school systems.
Somerset, NJ
Dr. Kulkarni’s contributions have been widely
WJBarnabas Health proudly announces that recognized. Her accolades include:
Dr. Rachana Kulkarni has been honored as • Physician of the Year – American Heart Associ-
RPhysician of the Year by NJBIZ, a distin- ation
guished recognition of her exemplary leadership in • Women of Impact Award-American Heart Asso-
cardiovascular medicine, longstanding commitment ciation
to women’s heart health, and advocacy for health • Inspirational Physician Award – American Medi-
equity. cal Association
Dr. Kulkarni currently serves as Regional Di- • Consistent inclusion in Top Doctor listings for
rector of Cardiovascular Services for RWJBarnabas over 20 years
Health and Director of the RWJBarnabas Health She has previously served as Chief of Cardiolo-
Women’s Heart Center. She is also the President gy and Chair of Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson
and CEO of Medicor Cardiology, one of New Jer- University Hospital – Somerset, and as President
sey’s premier cardiology practices. of the American Heart Association – New Jersey
With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Chapter. She currently serves as Chair of the Board
Kulkarni has been consistently recognized as a Top of Directors for AAPI New Jersey, representing
Doctor in New Jersey, reflecting her clinical excel- physicians of Indian origin.
lence, patient-centered approach, and leadership in In addition to her professional accomplish-
cardiovascular care. A tireless advocate for gender ments, Dr. Kulkarni is actively involved in philan-
equity in health care, she has played a pivotal role vascular needs across their lifespan. thropy as Vice Chair of Akshaya Patra USA, the
in increasing awareness of heart disease in women Nationally, Dr. Kulkarni has been a strong world’s largest NGO-run mid-day meal program,
and in educating both the public and medical profes- proponent for pay equity and greater inclusion of which feeds over 2.2 million children daily. Under
sionals on gender-specific risks and treatments. Her women in the field of cardiology, working to create her leadership, the U.S. chapter has significantly ex-
efforts have contributed to a measurable improve- a more supportive and sustainable professional en- panded its reach and impact, exemplifying the pow-
ment in outcomes for women with cardiovascular vironment for female physicians. er of public-private partnerships to drive meaningful
disease across New Jersey. In her role as Director of Community Cardiolo- social change.
As Lead Physician of the RWJBarnabas Health gy and Preventive Health at RWJBarnabas Health, Dr. Kulkarni remains steadfast in her mission to
Women’s Health Collaborative, Dr. Kulkarni is she has championed numerous initiatives to foster make New Jersey a heart-healthy state for all—men,
leading the establishment of Heart Care Centers for heart-healthy communities. Notably, her advocacy women, and children—through prevention, educa-
Women across the state to address women’s cardio- was instrumental in the passage of state legislation tion, innovation, and community engagement.

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