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Shree Santram Bhakta Samaj, USA

Celebrates Annual Guru Purnima Satsang

OUR BUREAU
Old Bridge, NJ
hree Santram Bhakta Samaj,
USA celebrated its annual Guru
SPurnima Satsang on Sunday,
August 9, 2026, at Old Bridge High
School in Old Bridge, New Jersey,
bringing together more than 1,000
devotees and satsangis from commu-
nities across the United States for a
memorable evening of spirituality,
devotion, religious music, community
fellowship, and service. The gather-
ing reflected the central philosophy
of Shree Santram Mandir in Nadiad,
India—“Janseva,” or service to man-
kind—and highlighted the organiza-
tion’s longstanding commitment to Bhakta Samaj’s commitment to serv-
spirituality, humanitarian service, and ing the broader community.
bringing families and devotees to- devotees gathered in New Jersey and religious music, spiritual activities, and Following the three-hour Satsang
gether. Shree Santram Bhakta Samaj, the sacred Santram tradition in Na- community fellowship. The success of and devotional program, Maha Prasad
USA was established in 1993, and its diad. Following the opening prayers, these celebrations is made possible dinner was served to all attendees, al-
first Satsang was organized on July 3, the gathering continued with a live through the spontaneous support and lowing devotees and families to come
1993, in New Jersey to celebrate the Satsang program featuring devotion- voluntary contributions of devotees. together in fellowship and enjoy a meal
auspicious occasion of Guru Purni- al Bhajans and religious music per- The Samaj does not solicit funding or following the spiritual celebration. The
ma, with the blessings of Brahmleen formed by Raj and Smruti Pandya and donations; rather, devotees voluntari- dinner was warmly enjoyed by the par-
Pujya Shree Narayandasji Maharaj family. Their spiritual and musical ly provide contributions to help cover ticipants and provided an opportunity
of Shree Santram Mandir, Nadiad. presentation continued for more than the expenses associated with individu- for devotees from different commu-
Since its establishment, the Samaj three hours, creating an atmosphere al Satsang events throughout the year. nities and parts of the country to re-
has continued to organize Satsang filled with devotion, peace, and reli- This tradition of voluntary service and connect, meet new friends, and share
and religious programs through the gious enthusiasm. More than 1,000 community participation reflects the the spirit of Guru Purnima. The suc-
dedicated efforts of its members, attendees participated in the Satsang spirit of devotion and selfless service cessful celebration was made possible
volunteers, and devotees. Under the and enjoyed the devotional music, that has been central to the Santram by the dedicated efforts of numerous
leadership, guidance, and blessings of prayers, and fellowship. The program movement for generations. volunteers and devotees who contrib-
Pujya Shree Ramdasji Maharaj, the also included a special felicitation In addition to its religious and spir- uted their time, energy, and service to
ninth Mahantshree of Shree Santram honoring Dr. Rashmiben Vinubhai itual programs, Shree Santram Bhakta organize and conduct the program.
Mandir, Nadiad, India, the Santram Desai of California, a devoted fol- Samaj continues to emphasize Janse- Their selfless efforts demonstrated the
Bhakta Samaj has successfully ex- lower of Brahmleen Saptam Mahant va—service to mankind—through spirit of community service and devo-
panded its spiritual and communi- Shree Jankidasji Maharaj. Dr. Desai humanitarian and community health tion that has sustained Shree Santram
ty activities throughout the United was felicitated by Meenaben Desai initiatives. The organization and its Bhakta Samaj, USA for more than
States. Today, Santram Bhakta Sam- and Hemangini Amin, representing dedicated volunteers have support- three decades.
aj activities are conducted in several local devotees of New Jersey, in rec- ed communities through a variety of The next Satsang program of
major communities, including Atlan- ognition of her devotion and associa- service activities, including free health Shree Santram Bhakta Samaj, USA
ta, Dallas, Chicago, Charlotte, Cali- tion with the Santram spiritual tradi- fairs, dental screening camps, flu vac- will be its Diwali Satsang on Saturday,
fornia, Boston, and Houston, bring- tion. The recognition added a special cination programs, eye screening pro- November 7, 2026, at Old Bridge High
ing devotees together to preserve and and meaningful moment to the Guru grams, and diabetes screening initia- School in Old Bridge, New Jersey.
promote the spiritual traditions and Purnima celebration and highlighted tives. These humanitarian programs Devotees, families, and members of
teachings of Shree Santram Mandir the importance of honoring devotees reflect the belief that spiritual devo- the community will have another op-
and Shree Sanatan Dharma. who continue to uphold the spiritual tion should be accompanied by service portunity to come together to celebrate
The Guru Purnima celebration in legacy and teachings of the revered to society and care for the health and the Festival of Lights through prayer,
Old Bridge began with an auspicious Mahants and Gurus. well-being of others. Through these Satsang, devotional music, and fellow-
Mangla Charan Path of Shree Vishnu Shree Santram Bhakta Samaj activities, Santram volunteers have ship. As the Santram Bhakta Samaj
Sahastranaam Stotram Path Parayan, organizes three major spiritual cel- provided opportunities for individu- continues to grow across the United
inaugurated by Pujya Shree Ramdas- ebrations throughout the year at its als and families to receive preventive States, its members remain committed
ji Maharaj, Mahantshree of Shree various centers across the United health screenings, health information, to preserving the spiritual heritage of
Santram Mandir, Nadiad, India, States—Maha Purnima, Guru Purni- and access to important community Shree Santram Mandir, Nadiad, while
through an online presentation. His ma, and Diwali. These events provide resources. The combination of spiritu- promoting the timeless values of de-
participation and blessings provided devotees with opportunities to come al activities and humanitarian service votion, compassion, community uni-
a spiritual connection between the together for prayers, Satsang, bhajans, continues to distinguish the Santram ty, and Janseva—service to mankind.

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