NewKerala.com

Ahmedabad's Grand Tribute: Pramukh Swami's 104th Birth Anniversary and 75-Year Legacy

Ahmedabad is gearing up for a major spiritual celebration this weekend. The event honors Pramukh Swami Maharaj's birth anniversary and his 75-year leadership of BAPS. A highlight will be a stunning river spectacle with floats on the Sabarmati. Top dignitaries including Amit Shah are set to join thousands of devotees for this tribute.

Key Points: Amit Shah at Ahmedabad Pramukh Varni Amrut Mahotsav for BAPS Anniversary

  • Event marks dual milestones: 104th birth anniversary of Pramukh Swami Maharaj and his 75th year as BAPS President
  • Union HM Amit Shah, Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, and Mahant Swami Maharaj to grace the spiritual gathering
  • Celebration features unique Sabarmati river spectacle with thematic floats depicting his life and values
  • Over 40,000 devotees expected at Ahmedabad Riverfront with extensive traffic and parking arrangements
2 min read

Ahmedabad to host grand 'Pramukh Varni Amrut Mahotsav' on Dec 7; HM Amit Shah to attend

Union Home Minister Amit Shah joins Mahant Swami Maharaj and Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel in Ahmedabad to celebrate Pramukh Swami Maharaj's 104th birth anniversary and 75 years of BAPS leadership.

"From that moment, he became lovingly known as Pramukh Swami Maharaj, eventually emerging as a global spiritual leader. - Article"

Ahmedabad, Dec 3

Gujarat's Ahmedabad is set to witness a major spiritual celebration on December 7, as the 'Pramukh Varni Amrut Mahotsav' takes place at the Riverfront Event Centre.

The event marks the 104th birth anniversary of Pramukh Swami Maharaj and the 75th year since his appointment as President of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha.

The gathering will be graced by BAPS spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and several other dignitaries.

A special cultural assembly will pay tribute to Pramukh Swami Maharaj's lifelong humanitarian service, followed by a unique river spectacle featuring thematic floating tableaux on the Sabarmati, depicting his life, values, and global contributions.

The origins of Pramukh Swami Maharaj's leadership trace back to 21 May 1950, when Shastriji Maharaj appointed the 28-year-old Shastri Narayanswarupdas as the lifelong President of BAPS at the mandir in Ambli Vali Pol, Shahpur.

From that moment, he became lovingly known as Pramukh Swami Maharaj, eventually emerging as a global spiritual leader.

On that day, Pramukh Swami pledged unwavering devotion to his guru and the organisation, vowing to serve selflessly and work for the spiritual and material well-being of devotees.

Ambli Vali Pol itself remains a landmark in BAPS history--home to the organisation's first Ahmedabad mandir (1940), its first Gujarati magazine (1938), the young Pramukh Swami's parshad diksha (1939), and several key decisions that shaped BAPS's global expansion.

In the run-up to the 75-year milestone, thousands of devotees have visited Ambli Vali Pol over the past year to commemorate Pramukh Swami Maharaj's appointment.

The main celebration on December 7, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, will feature multimedia presentations, cultural segments, and tributes capturing his message of peace, service, and compassion.

A highlight of the evening will be the themed floats on the Sabarmati River, creating a visual narrative of Pramukh Swami Maharaj's life and philanthropic work. Preparations for the mega event have been underway for two months.

More than 40,000 devotees are expected to attend, arriving through coordinated bus arrangements.

Dedicated parking zones and traffic support have been organised along the Riverfront.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

A
Arjun K
As an Ahmedabad resident, I'm proud our city is hosting this. The traffic arrangements mentioned are crucial—hope they manage it well for 40,000+ people. The floating tableaux will be a beautiful sight from the Riverfront. Jai Swaminarayan!
R
Rohit P
It's inspiring to read about his 75-year journey of leadership. Starting from that small pol in Shahpur to a global organization... truly remarkable. His life is a lesson in dedication.
S
Sarah B
While I respect the spiritual significance, I do hope such large-scale events also consider their environmental footprint, especially with floats on the river. A gentle suggestion to the organizers for future events.
V
Vikram M
BAPS does incredible humanitarian work worldwide. Celebrating the leader who built that foundation is fitting. The mention of Ambli Vali Pol shows how important our historical roots are, even for global institutions.
K
Karthik V
My family is traveling from Surat for this. The bus arrangements are very helpful. It's more than just an event; it's about feeling connected to his values of compassion. Can't wait for the cultural presentations!

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50