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Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra Celebrates its Foundation Day today on the eve Sharda Ashtmi. Reaffirms Commitment to Cultural ...
19/09/2026

Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra Celebrates its Foundation Day today on the eve Sharda Ashtmi. Reaffirms Commitment to Cultural Preservation and Community Service.

Jammu, September 19, 2026:

Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra, Anand Nagar, Bohri, Jammu, celebrated its Foundation Day today with spiritual fervour and cultural enthusiasm, marking nearly three decades of dedicated service to the Kashmiri Hindu community.

The programme began with a presentation highlighting the work, achievements and contribution of Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra towards strengthening the social fabric of the community over the years.

Shri Pyara Lal Bhat, Chairman, Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra, welcomed the Chief Guest, Revered Swami Gangadhar Ji Maharaj, and Guest of Honour, Shri Kuldeep Khoda (IPS), former Director General of Police, Jammu & Kashmir.

A Mahayagya was also organised as part of the celebrations, in which devotees participated with devotion and prayed for peace, prosperity and the well-being of society.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Kuldeep Khoda spoke about the resilience and perseverance of the Kashmiri Hindu community. Recalling the painful experiences associated with the exodus of Kashmiri Hindus, he highlighted the suffering endured by the community and stressed the importance of ensuring their safe and dignified rehabilitation and return to Kashmir.

Shri Khoda appreciated the contribution of Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra over the last 30 years, particularly its initiatives through health centres, Sanskar Kendras, Computer Education Centers and libraries established at different places in Jammu and Kashmir. He suggested that the Kendra should explore creating a global directory of Kashmiri Hindus to strengthen communication and connectivity among members of the community living across the world.

Revered Swami Gangadhar Ji Maharaj, in his address, spoke about the rich and ancient cultural heritage of Kashmiri Pandits, their resilience and educational excellence. He also spoke about the pain of the exodus and emphasised the importance of preserving the community's spiritual and cultural legacy.

Highlighting the greatness and divine legacy of Mata Lalleshwari (Lal Ded), Swami Ji emphasised the relevance of her teachings and the need to pass the community's rich spiritual heritage to future generations.

The Annual Report of Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra was also presented by Sh Payri Lal Bhat. outlining the organisation's activities and achievements and its continuing work in the fields of community service, healthcare, cultural preservation, spiritual awareness, education and social engagement.

The speakers emphasised the need for collective efforts to preserve cultural traditions, strengthen community bonds and encourage younger generations to remain connected with their heritage.

Shri Avtar Krishan Trakroo, delivered the vote of thanks and expressed gratitude to the distinguished guests, members, devotees and well-wishers for their participation.

The programme concluded with the distribution of Prasad among the devotees and participants.
The programme was compiled by Prof Sundeep Pandita and Agni Koul.

The Foundation Day celebration served as a reaffirmation of Sanjeevni Sharda Kendra's commitment to cultural preservation, spiritual awareness, community service and strengthening the social bonds of the Kashmiri Hindu community.

Press Secretary
— SSK
Anand Nagar, Bohri, Jammu

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The Rainawari Kashmiri Pandit Action Committee (Regd) (RKPAC) organized a grand celebration to mark the auspicious occasion of Zaram Satam today at Shree Chakreshwari Temple, Dhok Paloura, Jammu. Replicating the exact traditions, customs, and unparalleled pomp and show historically witnessed in Rainawari, Srinagar before the exodus, the event brought together all Hindus and Kashmiri Pandits in large numbers to revive and preserve their unique religious heritage.
To honor historical practices, temporary reception gates were erected on the roads leading up to the venue at Dhok Paloura, reminiscent of the traditional festive setups in the Valley. Devotees thronged at the Mata Sharika Mandir with profound religious fervor and deep enthusiasm.
The day-long celebration was marked by soul-stirring Bhajan Kirtan performed by Kashmiri Pandits from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, who arrived dressed in beautiful traditional costumes. A major highlight of the event was a breathtaking Raas Leela (the sacred dance depicting the pastimes of Lord Krishna) performed by children primarily from the Jagti and Purkho Camps. The younger Gen Alpha and Gen Z participants left senior citizens wonderstruck with their impeccable religious recitation of Mantras and Bhajans, beautifully showcasing the resilience of their culture, community bonds, and the legacy of a rich Sanskrit civilization as translated by the legendary Late Pt. Keshav Bhat Jotshi Ji.
Enlightening religious discourses were delivered by Shri Nana Ji Zadoo, Shri Rajender Kaul Ji and his team, and Smt. Urmila Ji and her team. The entire temple complex reverberated with the powerful chants and recitations of the Bhagavad Gita and various holy Shastras.
Speaking at the gathering, Shri Bushan Jalali, President of RKPAC, highlighted the deep spiritual significance of the festival. "Zaram Satam depicts the age-old practice as prescribed by Loghakshri Rishi, falling exactly one day before Janam Ashtami," he stated. He explained that the day marks the precise moments when Lord Krishna appeared at 12 midnight between the Saptami and Ashtami tithi of the holy month of Bhadra. He added that Kashmiri Pandits traditionally fast on Saptami for the safety of the mother of Lord Krishna and to welcome the birth of the divine child, breaking their fast at midnight. "In Jammu too, this day continues to be celebrated with the exact same reverence as it used to be in the Valley," Mr. Jalali affirmed.
Shri J.K. Raina Reshi, Chief Coordinator of the program, noted that while preparations for Zaram Satam take months of rigorous planning, the organizers and children worked tirelessly to arrange the complex logistics this year despite the challenging scorching heat and high humidity.
The successful mega-event was also well-attended by sister units and key organizations, including the team from Jogeshwari Mandir Trust, Gokul Mandir Sabha, Ganeshanand Ashram (all units of RKPAC) besides Shri Vetal Bhairav Samiti, and the Shiv Temple, Karpora etc etc.

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Dr. Rohit Koul Conferred with 'The Iconic India Award 2026' for Exemplary Leadership in Social Empowerment and Public Service

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The Iconic India Awards, presented by the Tretayug Foundation and organized by Idonta, are hosted annually under the central theme "Honouring Excellence, Inspiring India." The conferring entities operate with recognized credibility across key national institutional frameworks, holding official registrations with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (Government of India), NITI Aayog, Astitva, and the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME). The platform serves to highlight extraordinary individuals whose selfless work aligns with the broader vision of national progress and humanitarian service.

Under the guidance and leadership of Dr. Rohit Koul, the People's Hut Foundation has established itself as a driving force in grassroots social transformation. The organization has spearheaded transformative community welfare initiatives focused on expanding access to quality education, nurturing youth leadership, fostering rural development, and socio-economically empowering underprivileged and marginalized populations. Dr. Koul’s strategic direction has set a high standard in modern non-profit management and public service, earning his initiatives widespread respect across various national developmental ecosystems.

Upon receiving the award, Dr. Koul expressed deep gratitude to the Tretayug Foundation, the organizing committee at Idonta, and the extended team at the People's Hut Foundation. In his acceptance message, he dedicated the honor entirely to the foundation’s hard-working volunteers, generous supporters, and the resilient communities they serve every day. He reaffirmed the organization’s ongoing mission to break socio-economic barriers, advocate for equitable opportunities, and drive sustainable, long-term societal progress throughout India.

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The programme was attended by more than 400 students and faculty members from GMC Jammu, Super Speciality Hospital Jammu, SMGS Hospital, as well as various paramedical and dental institutions, highlighting the growing awareness and commitment towards stem cell donation in the region.

The event formed part of a larger state-wide initiative led by GAIMS J&K, which has successfully facilitated over 780 stem cell donor registrations across Jammu and Kashmir through awareness and registration drives conducted at Government Medical College Udhampur, Government Medical College Rajouri, ASCOMS Jammu and Government Medical College Jammu, setting a remarkable milestone for the Union Territory.

The initiative was spearheaded by Adhishree Bargotra, State President, GAIMS J&K, under whose leadership the drives were organised across 4 medical colleges in 3 districts of the region.

The GMC Jammu event was graced by distinguished chief guests Mr Ashok K. Sharma and Mr Virendra Trishal, Medical Superintendent, GMC Jammu, who appreciated the efforts of GAIMS, DKMS and collaborating organisations in promoting stem cell donation and encouraging youth participation in this life-saving mission.

Todays programme was organised by Adhishree Bargotra and co-organised by Raghav Monga, College Head in GMC Jammu.

The organising team included volunteers Abid Zargar, Harman Singh Soni, Jaskaran Singh Bali, Kartik Bhat, Manik Sharma, Muskan Parihar, Parth Baru, Sannidhya Singh, Shivam Soni, Vikas Singh Rajput, Zainab Lone, Diksha Gupta, Neil Mahajan, Rahul Parihar, Shakeeb Ahmed, Vishwajeet, Akhil, Assma Sayed, Soumya Mahajan, Vanshika Gupta and Faliha, whose efforts contributed significantly to the smooth conduct of the programme.

The awareness session was conducted by members of the DKMS team, who educated participants regarding blood cancers, stem cell transplantation and the importance of donor registration. The session was followed by a live demonstration of the simple and painless cheek swab procedure used for stem cell donor registration.

The event received generous support from Trinetram Medicity – State-of-the-Art Eye & Multispeciality Hospital and Pahalwan’s, whose sponsorship contributed towards the successful conduct of the programme.

The organisers described the drive as a major success and expressed hope that the growing donor registry in Jammu and Kashmir would significantly improve the chances of patients with blood disorders and blood cancers finding a life-saving stem cell match in the future.

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By the boundless grace of Maa Sharda and Maa Raganya, the sacred precincts of Mata Sharda Mandir, Tikker, are once again resonating with the divine vibrations of Vedic mantra ucharan. This blessed Vedic Anushthan has been organized by Dakshinamnaya Sringeri Sharada Peetham under the gracious Ashirwad of Sri Shankaracharya Swami Ji.
May this auspicious revival mark the beginning of the re-Sanskritisation and spiritual renaissance of this remote yet sacred corner of Bharat, restoring its timeless Vedic and Shastric glory for generations to come. Part 12

03/07/2026

By the boundless grace of Maa Sharda and Maa Raganya, the sacred precincts of Mata Sharda Mandir, Tikker, are once again resonating with the divine vibrations of Vedic mantra ucharan. This blessed Vedic Anushthan has been organized by Dakshinamnaya Sringeri Sharada Peetham under the gracious Ashirwad of Sri Shankaracharya Swami Ji.
May this auspicious revival mark the beginning of the re-Sanskritisation and spiritual renaissance of this remote yet sacred corner of Bharat, restoring its timeless Vedic and Shastric glory for generations to come.

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