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2023-12-31-accounts

London Institute of Vedic Education

2023 ANNUAL REPORT

Charity Number: 1184199

108 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BA, UK

The installation of Shiv Parvati by Sri Joshi Prashanth Sharma

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Contents

Trustees Report for 2023 4
Annual Report of the Mandir 6
Murti Prathisthas 6
Festivals 9
Prasad 12
Regular Events 13
An article on Basant panchami: 14
Special Events 15
Future plans for the Mandir in 2024 17
Mandir Health and Safety 18
Financial Report 19
Other achievements 19
Mandir Management Committee 20
Croydon Homeless Seva 22
Sanatana Dharma Presentations to Schools 24
LIVE Children’s Services 27
Krishna Children Sanga Report 2023 27
26 week Sanatan Dharam course 27
26 week Bhagavad Gita course 27
Special thanks 28
Online seminars 29
Sanatana Dharma course 29
Goverdhan Institute for Vedic Education (“GIVE”) 30
Dwipa Institute for Vedic Education (“DIVE”) 38
Sri Lanka 40
7 Week Bharat Yatra 42
My Spiritual Journey To India 55
Financial Report 60

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TRUSTEES REPORT FOR 2023

The Mission Statement of LIVE is “To educate and spread Vedic knowledge to children and communities at large with excellence”.

In order to fulfil this mission, LIVE has continued to conduct the following activities:

LIVE serves the community in various projects, simultaneously both in the UK

and abroad. We deeply recognise and are thankful to the tremendous contributions made by the dedicated volunteers running the organisation, who together with the community and our supporters, operate, sustain and improve LIVE. The work carried out has had a profound positive impact on the lives of both younger and older members in the communities we serve.

The projects supported in India (Bharat) include the continued sponsorship of education of the Gopis, installation of water wells, supporting Goshalas, distribution of blankets and feeding the poor. You will find further details of these projects within this Annual Report.

After the opening of The Sanatan Mandir and Community Centre in Coulsdon (fondly called The Mandir) in August 2022, we have been very busy organising many events and festivals in 2023, some of highlights being:

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Community Hall with burning of Holika in March

Many devotees regularly attend weekly sessions at the centre and it is very encouraging to see that the Mandir has begun to attract a wide range of members from the local community.

We have continued to actively support the schools in their religious curriculum and visited them or they have come to the Mandir. The schools programme is hosted by Nabhinandan Das, supported by many members of the Mandir. As a result of their zeal for sharing Vedic education, this program has been very well received by the schools and we are delighted to see the immense enthusiastic and enjoyment

shown by the students.

We would like to thank Naveen Khosla for his past Chairmanship.

The Trustees are eagerly looking forward to welcoming and serving our community.

Ashwin Soni Chairman of the Trustees

LIVE TRUSTEES’ DETAILS

Ashwin Soni (Chairman of the Trustees) Parth Malde Kanu Priya Rajiv Dama Ghanashyam Master Ian Lynch

GIVE TRUSTEES’ DETAILS

Trikalajna Das Nabhinandan & Jayanti Priyavrat Das Pundarik Das

DIVE TRUSTEES’ DETAILS

Sanjoy Roy Manideep Rana

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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MANDIR

By Sachin Bagla, Chairman

The Mandir has been a resounding success in its development and engagement of the community. Below are some of the major events in 2023.

Murti Prathisthas

On Sunday 18 June 2023 the inauguration ceremony of Shree Shree Gaura Nitai took place. Gaura (also known as Lord Chaitanya is non other than Krishna) . He is not well known because the Lord appears as a hidden incarnation in KaliYuga. However, He is predicted to appear in the Vedic scriptures (especially the Puranas).

For example it is stated in the Padma Purana, the Supreme Lord states: “I shall take birth as the son of Sachi assuming a golden form in a beautiful place on the bank of the Bhagirathi (Ganga) on the earth in the first part of Kali-yuga.” The wonderful ceremony was conducted by priest Joshi Prashanth Sharma and abhisekh (bathing) was performed of the Dieties, followed by a delicious feast.

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On Sunday 26 November 2023 the inauguration ceremony of Shiva Parvati took place. This auspicious occasion was witnessed by hundreds of devotees. The divine ceremony was again conducted by priest Joshi Prashanth Sharma which was followed by a delicious feast. The Murtis and whole festival was sponsored by Sudha Verma and family and Tushar Raval and family. The Mandir is very grateful to them.

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On the same occasion as Shiva Parvati inauguration, 4 powerful yantras were also installed in the Mandir.

Yantras bring universal energy in order to assist the practitioners of religious practices to focus their attention on spirituality and are representations of the sound incarnation of the Lord.

The names of the Yantras are

This is a unique Mandir where Gaura Nitai are worshipped alongside Shiva Parvati, contributing to LIVE’s aim to unite the whole Hindu community under the banner of Sanatan Dharma.

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Festivals

by Sanjana Idnani

The Mandir aims to celebrate all the festivals on the Hindu calendar and this year, by the grace and mercy of the Lord, we have celebrated almost 30 festivals in 2023. This has been a brilliant way to bring the community together and bring in new members to the community too. The increased reach of our festivals has been a testament to how the Mandir is helping a much larger community, with attendance at our larger festivals being over 350+ people, and in some cases tickets were waitlisted and sales had to be stopped due to oversubscription of our events.

This year we have expanded our educational outreach with our festivals and put on more family specific events in the leadup to festivals. For example, we organised a diya making and rangoli design competition for kids to participate in. The winner was announced at our main Diwali event, which gave us an opportunity to showcase the work of our young devotees to the wider community. We also hosted a kite-making workshop for Makar Sankranti with the children.

We have also expanded our cultural programmes at festivals. This year, the children’s Leela at Diwali took the form of a dance performance, which was a new and exciting way for the kids to tell this age-old story. We also saw classical performances from young devotees.

have drawn more regulars to our weekly chanting, which has now become a flagship event at the Mandir.

Prasad (blessed vegetarian food) is served at every festival event and is always prepared by members of the devotee community, headed by Manisha Agrawal.

A full list of festivals celebrated by the Mandir in 2023 can be found below:

Additionally, we saw a growth in our Hanuman Chalisa chanting, with 108 Hanuman Chalisas recited to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti on the 15th April. Our special Hanuman Chalisa events

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• Tulsi Vivah on 24th November

In 2024 we look to expand our festivals list and community reach even further.

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Prasad

Manisha Agrawal

A Divine Offering of Grace Prasad, in Sanatan Dharma, holds a profound significance as it represents a sacred offering bestowed by the divine to the devotee. Prasad, derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Prasada,’ translates to “grace” or “divine favor.” It refers to the blessed food, items, or substances offered to a deity during Dharmic ceremonies or rituals.

Following the offering, these blessed items are distributed among devotees, symbolizing the divine grace and blessings received. Consuming Prasad is believed to bring spiritual, mental, and physical well-being, symbolizing the benevolence of the deity. The distribution of Prasad among devotees also promotes a sense of unity and equality. Regardless of one’s social status, age, or background, everyone partakes in the same divine blessings, fostering a feeling of oneness within the community.

Offering and receiving Prasad mark the culmination of a ceremony. It is believed that the divine energizes the offerings, transforming them into a medium through which devotees can connect with the spiritual realm. Accepting Prasad with humility signifies surrendering the ego and acknowledging the divine’s grace. It is a symbolic act of letting go of personal desires and recognizing a higher power at play. Prasad plays a vital role in our life. It not only strengthens the spiritual connection between the devotee and the divine but also fosters a sense of community and shared devotion.

In Coulsdon Mandir, there is a strong team of devotees for preparing and distributing prasad. This team is not limited to a few devotees, any individual with the feelings of devotion can be part of the team. Devotees considering their other commitments frequently offer to prepare prasad for our glorious festivals. This is a way to seek divine blessings and being part of the community.

Some names from the prasad team who are offering their services voluntarily are Parulji, Karunaji, Jyotiji, Dr Jyoti, Prernaji, Rituji, Kaumudiji, Anubhaji, Shilpaji, Seema Madanji, Seema Tyagiji, Rajyashreeji, Lakshmiji, Manjuji, Neelam Kumarji, Binaji, Naliniji, Nitikaji, Nupurji, Deepikaji, Diptiji, Dimpleji, Lataji.

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Suraj Kanoo

Regular Events

Last year a series of regular satsangs and events were introduced into the Mandir diary. These events demonstrate the true love of devotees to the Mandir as each of these events were conceptualised by group of devotees and they take a lead in performing them on regular basis. While there are a few still in planning and finalisation phases, here is a list of current regular events that take place in the Mandir.

108 Recitation of Maha Mrityunjay

Mantra: A simple, non-stop and blissful group recitation of the powerful Maha Mrityunjay Mantra takes place on every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm. Not to miss the in person feeling of this Mantra with a meditative background music. Panchamrit Abhishek of Shiv-Ling is performed at the end of each recitation followed by Arti and Prasad.

alternate Friday and followed by a lovely; and delicious prasad.

Gujrati Bhajan Sandhya: Melodious

bhajans in Gujrati language is sung on first Friday evening of each month between 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm. It is another blissful experience for our devotees to be part of. The event is followed by a beautiful arti sung in Gujrati.

Dance Lessons: A weekly event providing opportunity for anyone and everyone to learn the basics and master their learnings into Indian Classical Dance. The lesson takes place on Wednesdays between 5 pm and 6 pm which is run by Mandir devotee and dance teacher.

Sirdi Sai Baba Bhajans: On every

Thursday between 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm the Mandir becomes the place for inspiring bhajans and arti of Sirdi Sai Baba. It is an amazing experience to be part of this evening.

Bhajan and Bhojan Sandhya: What a

better way to spend your Friday evening than be part of Satyanarayan Katha, going through learnings from the excerpts of our holy scriptures, amazing bhajans and a beautiful arti. This event takes place between 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm every

Hanuman Chalisa: Each Saturday

morning between 10:00 am and 12:30 pm devotees feel the divine energy through singing of Hanuman Chalisas , ram dhun and bhajans. An event wherein the Mandir becomes completely full and every devotee is encouraged to take a lead in singing and the entire Mandir sings along. A truly blissful experience wherein a Laddoo is offered to Bajrang Bali at the end of each Hanuman Chalisa. The event ends with beautiful arti and delicious prasad. This event is open to devotees for sponsorship.

Bhagavad Gita Lessons: The Saturday evening between 5 pm and 6 pm the Mandir turns into a place for everyone to take a structural and simple way to learn about ‘Dharma (duty)’; Karma (action); Bhakti (devotion) and Moksha (liberation).

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Kartikeya Maharaj Puja: A special

evening of elaborate puja, arti and bhajans of Kartikeya Maharaj takes place on every Saturday between 6:30 pm and 9:30 pm. An event that used to be performed in a different location. No doubt the positive energy and ambience of the Mandir makes it to be at its rightful home.

Shri Ganapati Morning: A beautiful

and divine experience to take a dive into Ganesh Vandana, Bhajan and Arati. It takes place at 10:30 am on 1st Sunday of every month. This event is open to sponsorship and usually booked for next few months by devotees

An article on Basant panchami from a teenage devotee of the mandir:

Diya Agrawal 15 years

Marathi Bhajan Sandhya: A monthly event of enjoying the blissful bhajans in Marathi. Beautifully sung bhajans are simply a blissful experience to be part of at 6:30 pm of every second Sunday of the month. The event is followed by beautiful arti sung in Marathi.

If you would like to book The Mandir for an event please contact Sachin Bagla on 07956 169356

On 14th February, it was Basant Panchami. This festival is in the honour of goddess Sarasvati, and it marks the preparation for the arrival of spring. One way to celebrate the festival is through the Sarasvati Puja, where textbooks are laid out and blessed with the holy swastika. In the temple, we celebrated Basant Panchachi with chanting, shlokas, and singing bhajans. We followed this with a short puja and Prasad.

As a teenager, this was a unique experience full of community and joy. As a student, this festival is more significant to me as Sarasvati is the goddess of knowledge, and I desired her blessing for my upcoming exams. I had already known of the big festivals such as Diwali and Holi. However, I did not know about this festival until today, and I was enlightened with knowledge. I want to thank the temple community for bringing everyone closer to their culture, especially those who did not get the experience of it when they were younger.

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Special Events

Dr Jyoti Rathod

To further our mission of Seva (Selfless Service), Bhakti (Sincere Devotion) and Vidya (Lifelong learning), the Mandir organises special events from time to time that feature talks, Q&A, well being events and community engagement events. We invite scholars, learned devotees and leaders from various fields to drive these special events. The list of events held in 2023 are listed below and we aspire to build on this momentum in 2024.

Gopi Geet Pravchan by Pandit Shukla Saheb in April 2023

1st wedding was performed at the Mandir on 4th May

2 Sadhvis (Devvaniji & Davaditiji) on International Yoga day on 14th June

Summer Fair on 24th June

A trip to Skandavale Temple was organised on 8 & 9th July, attended by 50 devotees

Sundarkand Path Ramayana on 29th July Swami Mahamandleshwar from Haridwar on Ramayan 14th August

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1st anniversary celebrations on 19th August

Pravachan by Professor Paurav Shukla on 20th August

Sponsored walk on 17th September

Rangoli and Diya workshop on 4th November Shri Shantanu Gupta (lessons from Ramayan) 10th November

Rasheshvari Devi Pravachan on 22 and 23rd November

Why not hold your special events like:

birthday celebrations, weddings, anniversaries at the Mandir

Contact Sachin on 07956 169356

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Future plans for the Mandir in 2024

We have a good agenda of improvements to make the Mandir even more practical and also welcome new Deities.

As part of the renovation programme, we aim to make multiple practical developments that include the following

Shoe rack - As we have learnt that during very busy days at the Mandir, the one shoe rack is insufficient and we need a second shoe rack near the emergency exit door to be built.

Storage space - The Mandir requires additional storage space internally and externally. The plan is to have storage space for all cushions and chairs.

Seating in temple - We aim to install permanent seating in the Mandir along the rear wall with comfortable cushions which can also double up as storage.

Announcement board - In the entrance porch, we plan to install an announcement board that will be more visible and more accessible than the current one inside the Mandir. This announcement board will have updates on all upcoming events and also allow devotees to connect with Mandir communities digitally.

Front Garden - We launched Seva garden in 2023 and it got a good start with few devotees planting flowers and looking after them. In 2024 we aim to change the front garden to make the entrance of the Mandir more welcoming and also remove waste bins from direct view by creating a purpose built parking space. There will be rendering of the visible walls, 2 raised beds on either side of the staircase with selection of

evergreen and flowering plants that are low maintenance.

Deity installation - Our long term plans include to welcome new Deities to the altar where we will have Ganeshji, Durga Ji, Saraswati Ji, Narasimha Bhagwan, Kartikeya Maharaj and Hanuman ji. This will help bring the broader community together at the Mandir, which is one of our key principles to unite the Sanatan community in south London.

Mandir Seva - The Mandir does not employ a full time priest because our vision is that the community of devotees living around the Mandir will come and open the Mandir performing the arati, let guests in etc. So far the devotees from the congregation have covered most of morning and evening services. However, more volunteers are needed to assist with this rare seva opportunity to the Lordships.

Financial Plans for 2024

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Mandir Health and Safety

Bhavesh Jhaveri (Mandir Health and Safety Officer)

Responsibility

The Trustees and the Management Committee of Mandir are accountable for the Health, Safety and Welfare of all users, devotees, volunteers and any visitors. Arrangements are in place to provide a safe place to hold events in the Mandir and ensure the safety is a priority. Guidelines are available on noticeboards, our website and through announcements. The Hirers of Mandir Facilities and contractors are given information about the Mandir’s Health & Safety Policy and required to comply with the Policy and procedures.

Over the past year, good working practices, hazards and security measures are identified and implemented to ensure health and safety of everyone. These health and safety practices are regularly reviewed and actions taken, to continuously improve safety procedures and systems as appropriate.

Emergency Procedures

Mandir has established safety policies and procedures covering fire safety, emergency response, first aid provision, security and environmental measures. We have fire alarms, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and emergency exit plans in place. We conduct regular safety audits and fire drills to test the effectiveness of emergency procedures and identify areas for improvement. First Aid Kits are available at Mandir and the accident log-book is kept adjacent to the First aid box.

Recommendations and general safety procedures

Conclusion

I am grateful for everyone’s vigilance in following the set protocols and safety measures to ensure the well-being of all the devotees, volunteers and visitors. Due to everyone’s careful implementation of the health and safety procedures in place, I am pleased to announce that we have not had any fire or accident incident at the Mandir premises.

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Financial Report

For the period from 1st Jan 2023 till 31st December 2023

Anil Idnani

I am pleased to present the Financial Summary for the period 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023.

2023 was the first full year of operations for the Mandir and there is a clear indication that devotees have started to contribute generously to support their Mandir financially, as shown below:

Total Receipts £62,700
Total Expenses £41,000
Operating Surplus £21,700
otable items
Donations received £41,221
Surplus from festival events
£4,662
One off donations of
Rental income from Mandir		 £16,000
Hire £2,330

Notable items

Capital expenditure includes:
Mandir lights £4,228
Murtis
Honours board
Flooring repairs		 £6,860
£1,883
£1,700
Outside Mandir sign £998

Other achievements

Daily Seva at the Mandir Cooking Preparation (especially on special occasions) Children’s Education (presentations of Sanatan Dharma to schools) Technology, Marketing, Web Content, Events Management Youth Groups

Please contact Nabhinandan Das on +44 7545 318 772 or Sachin Bagla on +44 7956 169 35 6

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MANDIR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Sachin Bagla Committee Chair & Mandir Manager

Anil Idnani Finance

Bhavesh Jhaveri Health and Safety

Haresh Shah Strategy & Future Projects

Henna Idnani Charitable Initiatives

Dr Jyoti Rathore PR, Cultural & Prasad

Dr Rajesha Rathod PR, Cultural Events

Kanchan Sharma Wellbeing , Community Liaison

Manisha Agarwal Prasad

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Monika Gupta Insurance Matters

Priti Sudra Children’s Education

Suraj Kanoo Finance

Nimit Sishodia Leela / Drama Production

Rajiv Dama Trustee Representation

Sanjana Idnani Youth Engagement

Pilkesh Shah New Bhakti Initiatives

Ravi Sekhar Sustainability

Alok Singh IT and Media

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CROYDON HOMELESS SEVA

by Rathiesh Baskaran

The concept of selfless service (seva) is fundamental in Hinduism as it is believed that God has an interest in the well-being of others and is considered as an essential devotional practice of indirectly serving God and living a spiritual life benefiting both self and others, without expecting anything in return.

According to the Puranas, it is believed that seva is the highest form of dharma and is said to provide good karma which facilitates the soul to attain moksha.

2023 was another successful year of LIVE and Night Watch Croydon providing hot meals, clothes and blankets to the homeless within Croydon.

Last year we successfully increased the frequency of providing the seva, as there were a few instances we managed to do the seva on special occasions such as Diwali, New Year’s Eve and akshaya tritiya. We also managed to do the seva on the request of some devotees and volunteers to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.

For Seva done during Diwali, we displayed artwork done by children, and encouraged clients to light a Diya and make a wish to Krishna as is traditionally

done. The New Year’s Eve seva was a very special as we managed to collect clothes, blankets, gloves, scarves, and hats from all the devotees from the Mandir to be handed out when the food was distributed amongst the homeless.

The team of volunteers have grown in numbers, thanks to the hard work and dedication of the current volunteers, who have spread the word of the great work we do amongst the devotees of the Mandir and managed to arrange this wonderful collaboration with the Night Watch Croydon to help our local community.

With the usual items such as freshwater bottles, boxed juices, fresh fruits, crisp, energy bars and biscuits donated by the devotees, the clients are also given a hot meal and the occasional treat of freshly baked cakes and muffins. The food handed out during the seva is well received and enjoyed by the clients and the thanks and praise they give is heartwarming.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers who cook the wonderful meals and everyone who has given us a helping hand from collecting the items, packing the meals and distributing the food bags to the clients and making this programme successful.

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The thanks and praise we receive from the clients who receive the food cannot be described using words and we wish everyone to experience it by taking part in the programme. We hope to expand by,

I have been contributing to the programme for some time and since 2022 I have been regularly volunteering when time permits me, and it has been an immense pleasure to meet new individuals each time during the seva and it is awe inspiring to witness the dedication of the volunteers of to help out individuals who are in need of help.

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SANATANA DHARMA PRESENTATIONS TO SCHOOLS

In 2023, LIVE gave presentations to schools in South London and surrounding areas and the results were as follows:

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Number of schools 176 82
Assemblies in schools 146 76
Workshops in schools 65 40
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Number of children/
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to 44,002 23,310
Ram Lila dramas
performed 67 45
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These presentations are very core to the mission of LIVE and they were very well received both by the children and the adults. The Ramayana dramas in particular were very popular; giving children the opportunity to dress up in the provided costumes and perform a role play of the main characters of Ramayana, including Lord Rama, Sitadevi and Hanuman. Sharing our tradition with others in this way always proves to be a very meaningful and fulfilling experience.

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Some of the kind feedback we have received from the schools are as follows:

“Dear Nabhi,

Thank you so much for a wonderful Holi festival assembly yesterday. The children really enjoyed it. I have asked the office to send your institute a voluntary contribution.

I also wanted to express my thanks and appreciation for the wonderful year 4 trip to visit your Mandir in February. The children had an amazing time and learnt so much. I had a number of the staff come up to tell me that it was one of the best school trips they have ever done! Everyone really enjoyed it.

Have a wonderful time celebrating Holi and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Cath Hillman

Culvers House Primary School 20th March 2023

Hi Nabhi,

It was lovely to meet you yesterday. Thank you so much for delivering such an informative assembly and a fun workshop for year 2. The whole afternoon enriched the children's learning and deepened their understanding.

We would love to welcome you to deliver an assembly and workshop for Holi on 15th March. It certainly sounds very exciting.

Kind regards,

Charlotte Wheatland

Research & Development Lead Stanley Park Infants' School 16th November 2023

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School programmes at the Mandir

The Mandir is open to welcome schools from the local area to come and visit. In 2023 eight schools visited the Mandir and were shown a presentation on Sanatana Dharma, which included the following:

Each child is also offered prasad (a blessed piece of fruit) which is always kindly donated by members of the community.

Aspirations for 2024:

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LIVE CHILDREN’S SERVICES

by Priti Sudra

Krishna Children Sanga Report 2023

26 week Sanatan Dharam course

Sangas registered number: 44

Average number of attendees per week: 17

Topics

Quiz winners

26 week Bhagavad Gita course

4) Saints of Bharat inc:

Quiz winners

Special mention for Kishori and Ishwari for their consistent attendance and also for preparing the quizzes for the Bhagavad Gita course every week. Their sweet singing of bhajans and spiritual enquiries was really appreciated.

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Special thanks

Kishori (aged 13) and Ishvari (14) have been attending the online Children Sanga for a number of years. They are both homeschooled by their mother and father and have exceptional intelligence.

They have both truly excelled in their participation in the classes by singing beautiful bhajans and also asking many questions during the classes.

This was great fun for the children.

At every session they would also have many questions which they would ask very humbly. These questions were highly intelligent and showed that they have a deep understanding of Sanatana Dharma at such a tender age.

For the 26 weeks Bhagavad Gita course for children they produced quizzes for the children for every session on the various chapters of the Gita. They would also present the quizzes as well as the answers.

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Online seminars

Sanatana Dharma course

In 2023 LIVE hosted 337 online sessions on Zoom. The table below shows the various subjects of the seminars in 2023 and 2022:

An online course on the principles of Sanatana Dharma was again held and the following topics were presented:

  1. What is Sanatana dharma? / Vedic Scriptures
2023
2022		 Scriptures
2.
Vedic conception of Time
3.
Ishwara (the Supreme lord)
4.
Jiva
5.
Karma and reincarnation
6.
The 3 modes of material nature (part 1
7.
The 3 modes of material nature (part 2
8.
Aspects of Godhead
9.
Yoga systems
10. 9 processes of Bhakti
11. Karma, jnana, astanga and Bhakti yoga
12. 9 steps of Bhakti yoga
13. Festivals
14. Dasavatars
15. Gods and demigods (part 1)
16. Gods and demigods (part 2)
17. 4 Yugas and methods of worship
18. 7 mothers/Gomata
19. Vedic Samskaras
20. Gangamata and her route
21. Ekadasi & the benefts of fasting
22. Varnasrama
23. Summary of Bhagavad Gita
24. Temple Etiquettes & meaning/purpose
Bhagavad Gita
59
53
Holy places in Bharat
57
31
Children Sanga
40
53
Sanatan Dharma
Course
38
32
Gopis/ Manjaris
28
Brahma Samhita
26
19
Srimad Bhagavatam
24
148
Appearance days of the
Lord & Vaisnavas
22
72
Damodara Satsangs
19
27
Ekadasi
10
18
Yoga
9
42
Abodes of Lord
4
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Miscellaneous
1
6
Saptarishi
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20
Devatas
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20
Bhajans
3
Total
337
544

  1. The 3 modes of material nature (part 1)

  2. The 3 modes of material nature (part 2)

  3. Temple Etiquettes & meaning/purpose of Arati

All the hundreds of seminars are uploaded on YouTube and together with the related seminar notes, we intend to construct a Vedic library on LIVE’s website (liveveda.org. uk) by the end of 2024.

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GOVERDHAN INSTITUTE FOR VEDIC EDUCATION (“GIVE”)

by Trikalajna Das

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What is GIVE?

The GIVE Trust aims to serve the Brajwasis (“residents of Vrindavan”) in all possible ways and to address the various issues faced by them. Serving Brajwasis is considered as good as serving Radha and Krishna. In collaboration with the London Institute of Vedic Education, GIVE has been able to serve in 2023 in the following activities:

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Sponsoring Gopis (Brajwasi girls)

In 2023 GIVE sponsored 367 girls (“gopis”) across Braj (which includes schools in Vrindavan, Barsana, Govardhan, Chatikara etc). £200 per Gopi covers the school’s tuition fees along with books, stationary and school uniforms for the full academic year.

GIVE uses a detailed student selection process to ensure that the gopis that require the most help get the assistance, and also monitors the progress of the students through meetings with parents, school teachers and principals on a regular basis.

GIVE encourages the gopis to also learn Vedic knowledge by learning and reciting Bhagavat Gita skolas, chanting the Hare Krishna Mahamantra and attending kirtan programs and spiritual lectures.

In 2024, 30 of our gopis will go onto higher education (to become doctors, lawyers etc). The educational fees for the higher education ranges from £500 to £1750 per year. Around 37 gopis may not continue with the education due to family and social pressures.

Installation of Water Wells and Forest Restoration

In nearly 500 villages in Braj, there is a scarcity of clean water fit for drinking. Furthermore, due to a lack of resources, there are not enough water pumps to meet the villagers' needs.

So far, GIVE has installed 70 water pumps and planted more than 1500 trees in Sudevi sakhis dham, Champak lata sakhis dham and in Vrindavan dham.

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Supporting Small Gaushalas (cowsheds)

Based on our previous experience, in small gaushalas (with not more than 10 cows) the cows are cared for in much better conditions compared to big gaushalas having thousands of cows.

GIVE supports 13 such small gaushalas in Braj region. We also train individuals interested in learning how to milk mother cow and how to nurture her as well as take care of her generally.

Adopted cows

Donors also have the opportunity to donate Desi cows to the Goshala’s run by the poor Brajabasis or to the Brahmins of Braja.

During the year, 5 pure breed desi cows were donated and some of these cows have even given birth to calves – actually one cow gave birth to a set of twin calves .

The Desi Cows can cost from INR 70000 (approximately £700) onwards depending on the age and health of the cows.

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Floods in Vrindavan,

In 2023, several floodings occurred in Vrindavan where the Yamuna overflowed.

For 6 weeks GIVE volunteers gave hot meals and medicine daily to the victims of flood. There were 6 active teams serving the needy of which two teams were doing service on boats reaching out to the flood victims. Many victims were stuck on high storey buildings and the teams reached out to them with much needed meals, water, medicine and clothing.

to resettle providing them with the basic necessities of life including kitchen wear, household items and ration and clothes.

Ration and Food Distribution

As reported previously, due to extreme poor financial conditions, some villagers find it difficult to feed their children a healthy and nutritious diet. GIVE provides basic ration kits to such families.

GIVE sponsors food and prasadam distribution on a regular basis.

GIVE also does food distribution on special occasions and tithis (like birthdays, shraddha etc) to brahmins and sadhus.

Cows were moved to safer zone and feed and water was supplied to them until the floods subsided.

After the floods we helped the victims

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Distribution of Blankets and Medical Assistance

GIVE distributed around 5500 blankets over the last 3 years to the poor in the Braj region. Due to lack of medical facilities in villages, GIVE distributed hundreds of First Aid kits as well as sponsoring several medical operations and treatments of poor Brajwasis and sadhus.

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Restoration of Ancient Temples and Places of Worship in Braj

With the blessings of the saints of Braj, Vinod Baba, Ramesh Baba, Balarama Baba, Padmanabh Goswamiji, Achyutalal Bhattaji and many others, GIVE has formed an international research team to restore the historical spiritual places in Braj. Presently, the team is working on establishing places of pastimes of Lord Chaitanya in Braj. All such locations will be blessed by placing the padukas of Lord Chaitanya for the benefit of all the pilgrims.

GIVE is sponsoring the building of a Temple for Lord Shiva which is currently under construction in Duda Colony for the poor residents.

Weddings

As described in the previous year’s Annual Report, Vedic marriages are a big part of our colourful and meaningful tradition. However weddings are often a financial challenge for some families even if they do the best minimum exchanges. The GIVE team ethically scrutinises the financial situation of those who request assistance and contributes either partially or fully depending on their circumstances. A simple marriage can cost up to Rs 3 lakhs.

During the year, GIVE assisted with the costs of several weddings of poor Brajwasis couples.

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Special thanks

We take this opportunity to thank Rekhaben and the Vishnu Bhagawan Bhajan Mandal for consistently participating in all our activities by encouraging more donors to come forward as well as participating in person when they visit Vrindavan .

If you would like to donate to any of these causes the bank details are as follows:

Bank Name: Axis Bank CA - A/C No: 922020013162565 A/C Holder Name: Govardhan Institute for Vedic Education IFSC CODE: UTIB0000794 IBAN/Swift code: AXISINBB086 (Instead IBAN code INDIA use a Swift Code only SOL ID: 794,

Bank Address: Chhatikara Road. Near Nandan Van Colony, Vrindavan Registered Offices: 71 Madhuvan Colony, Off Sunrakh Road, Vrindavan, UP (281121)

Focus for 2024 are to:

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DWIPA INSTITUTE FOR VEDIC EDUCATION (“DIVE”)

by Sanjoy Roy

The concept behind DIVE:

Dwipa Institute for Vedic Education (“DIVE”) was formed in 2022 as a duly registered NGO by Sanjoy Roy and Manideep Rana in collaboration with the London Institute of Vedic Education. Some of the objectives of DIVE are to:

Donations are gratefully received for our important charity work at the following account:

Dwipa Institute for Vedic Education Foundation Account No 922010032304318 AXIS BANK...KRISHNANAGAR IFS CODE...UTIB0000237

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DIVE's Achievements in 2023

Aspirations for 2024:

Case Study

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SRI LANKA by Selvan

Achievements in 2023

Aspirations for 2024

We want to continue with supporting the projects in Poonakary + 2 schools in Batticaloa Sunday home programs and helping individual families with their children’s school expenses.

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7 WEEK BHARAT YATRA August 2023 – September 2023

Preetinder Chagger

This Yatra for me was the King of all Yatras (so far) for the sole reason of the number of holy places I had visited and took darshan of. Below is a brief overview of the places we visited.

Mayapur, West Bengal

Here we visited the ISKCON complex, TOVP, Yogapitha, Srivasa Angan, Advaita Bhavan, Gadhara Angan, Jaganath Temple, Navadwip, Jaganath Das Babji Samadhi, Gaur Kishor Das Babaji Bhajan Kutir, and Hari Har and had a snan (swim) in the Ganga and a boat ride.

Gatekeeper at entrance of TOVP

Yogapitha, tree under which Lord Chaitanya appeared in 1486AD

Temple of Hari Har (combined form of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva) near Mayapur

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Radha Kund in Mayapur

Bathing in Ganga Mai in Mayapur during a sunset and remembering the Golden Avtar.

Ganga Sagar (where Ganga Mata enters the Bay of Bengal sea)

Gangasagar is a place of beauty as well as religious importance. Home to some of the most stunning beaches, it is famous for hosting the Gangasagar Mela, one of the most hallowed pilgrimages in the world. During the mela days, the island becomes a melting pot of culture and belief.

Ferry to take us from mainland Kolkata to Ganga Sagar where the Ganga meets the bay of Bengal

The beach at Ganga Sagar where Ganga meets the ocean. Kapil Muni’s ashram is near the beach. On Makar Sankranti a huge mela takes place here every year.

Puri, Jaganath Mandir

The main place to visit in Puri is the Jaganath Mandir which was established the 10th century. Puri is famous for the Rath Yatra which attracts millions of devotees. It was the Lords blessings that we could visit Purshottam Kshetra (Puri) during the month of Purshottam.

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Evening view of the Jaganath Temple taken from Grand Hotel opposite the temple

Outside of the Gundica temple(this is his parents house) where Lord Jagannath stays for 1 week after Rathyatra.

The group in Siddha Bakul, the place where Haridas Thakur’s bhajan kutir is located

Ancient temple of Lord Narasimha located near the Gundica temple

We stayed in Puri for 5 days and other places we visited were Bhaktisidhanta birth place, Gaudiya Math, Narasimha temple, Gundica temple, Indradyumna tank, ISKCON, Haridas Samadhi, Tota Gopinath temple, Kashi Misra’s house, Haridas Thakur samadhi, Gambhira, Sarvabhauma Bhattacarya’s house, Konark, Alarnath, Bhubaneshwar

The beach outside our hotel in Puri. Lord Chaitanya bathed in the sea here.

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Konark Sun Temple

View of the sun temple at Konark. This is no

longer operating as a temple .

Next stop was Visakapatnam, for Simhachalan (famous and magnificent temple of Varaha Nrshimha)

The magnificent temple of Varaha Nrshimha

Vew of a wheel on the structure of the temple representing the chariot of Suya dev

Alaranath, temple where Lord Chaintanya’s body melted the stone when he paid

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Next was Ahobilam, the appearance place of Nrshima Dev

Ahobilam is the place where Lord Vishnu in the form of Narasimha killed the Rakshasa Hiranyakashipu in order to save his devotee Prahlada. It is truly glorious holy place where there nine main temples of Narasimha and it is a place where devotees do not often get a chance to visit as it is so far of the beaten track.

Map of all the 9 temples of Narasimha Dev in Ahobilam

Jwala Nrshimha temple, which is the highest temple near the Ugra Stamba

View of Ugra Stambha which is the pillar that Lord Narasimha came out of to kill Hiranyakasipu

We stayed for 2 days in Ahobilam trekking upper Ahobilam 1 day and lower Ahobilam the 2nd day. This was a very exciting part of the Yatra as we had to walk up and down mountains full of natural beauty like forests, water falls and streams. As mysterious is Narasimha Dev Bhagavan is so too is this Ahobilam Dham

Devotees trekking in Upper Ahobilam.

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Next stop was Tirupati the home of the famous Balaji Temple, a 6 hour car journey from Ahobilam.

The city is home to the important shrine of Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple and other historic temples. It is one of the eight Svayam vyakta kshetras (Self-Manifested Temples) dedicated to Vishnu.

Balaji Temple, Tirupati

Kanchipuram

From Tirupati we travelled to Kanchipuram, famous for Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kailasanatha Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple

Known as the City of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram is known for its temple architectures, 1000-pillared halls, huge temple towers and silk saris.

Outside view of the temple dedicated. The

Kanchi Kailasanathar temple is the oldest structure in Kanchipuram dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Shiva lingam in this temple is 10 feet high.

Trichy

Trichy is near famous Srirangam temple, known for being home to the vast Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, one of the largest in India with 81 shrines spanning 63 hectares

View of the Balaji temple in Tirupati and murti of Balaji

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Outside view of the Ranganath Swamy temple in Srirangam

Huge murti of Maha Vishnu lying on Anant Sesa. This murti has to be viewed through 3 different windows to see the head, the navel and the feet of Maha Vishnu.

Ranganath Swamy

Rameswaram

We travelled to Rameswaram, famous for Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple (with 18 wells with waters from different rivers). Rameswaram is associated with Lord Rama, who left the Bharatiya mainland to rescue his wife, Goddess Sita, from the clutches of Ravana, who had taken her to Sri Lanka. A stone's throw from Rameswaram lies Dhanushkodi that has been endowed with magical natural beauty.

Hall leading to the temple and the 18 wells. Each well has water from a holy river in Bharat.

Kothandaramaswamy Temple (Vibhisana met Rama here)

The Five-Faced Hanuman Temple (Panchamukhi Hanuman)

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Vilonia Tirtham, Agni Theertham, Dhanuskodi Beach (where the Ram Setu [bridge] was started and some of the floating stones are still there with one on my head!).

Southern tip of Bharat, Kanyakumari

We travelled to the tip of Bharat, Kanyakumari next, famous for Vivekananda Rock.,its unique sunrise and sunset points, the 41-metre (133 ft) Thiruvalluvar Statue, and Vivekananda Rock Memorial off the coast.

View of Vivekananda Rock

Sunset at Kanyakumari

Next was Kovalam (Trivandarum) to visit the Padmanabhswamy Temple

The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of the state of Kerala, India. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams, which are considered the sacred abodes of Vishnu in the Sri Vaishnava tradition.

Outside view of Padmanabh Swamy Temple

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Udupi, the home of Madhvacharyas Math

The next place we visited was Udupi, the home of Madhvacharyas Math and the Udupi Krishna temple.

View of lake on the complex of the Madvachrya’s math

Entrance to the Udupi Krishna Temple

Final stop in South Bharat was Bengaluru. We spent 2 days here celebrating Janmastmi . We flew from Bengakuru to Delhi to catch a train to Haridwar.

Haridwar

Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar is a city of temples and ashrams. Haridwar is one of the four holy cities in Bharat that host the Kumbh Mela, a pious gathering of millions of Hindu devotees every 12 years.

Hari ki Pauri

We took an overnight train to Haridwar where we stayed in a hotel by the Ganga for 2 nights. Haridwar is famous for Hari-kipauri, where drop of nectar fell and where poojas for ancestors takes place. Haridwar is also known for the doorway to God (Hari) and funerals also take place on the bank of the Ganga here.

Statue of Lord Shiva near Hari-ki-pauri in the Ganga

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Rishikesh. Half an hour from Haridwar

where the famous Laxman Jula (bridge) and Ram Jula are located. Rishikesh is famous for its many ashrams of saints (rishis). The bridges are used to cross the Ganga from one side to another.

On the way to Gangotri

Top tip of Bharat, Gangotri

Our next stop was Gangotri, part of the Char Dham Yatra travelling in a traveller for 10 hours.

The holy River Ganges originates from the Gangotri glacier, located here, and is called Bhagirathi. The main attraction in Gangotri is the Gangotri Temple, where

Goddess Ganga is worshipped. This is the highest temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga.

Our stay in Gangotri was for 2 days in a hotel by the Ganga right opposite the Ganga mata temple.

The river Ganga at Gangotri with the temple dedicated to Mother Ganga in the background

Sunrise at Gangotri

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Waterfall in Gangotri, Uttarkashi

Our journey back to Haridwar was via Uttarkashi where we stayed 1 night and visited the Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple. Uttarkasi, Kashi of the North, is famous for an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which is visited by thousands throughout the year.

Murti of Ganesh ouside Uttarkashi

We took an overnight train from Haridwar to Mathura for Vrindavan

Vrindavan

The holy town of Vrindavan, near Mathura is an important pilgrimage hub in Braj region where Lord Krishna spent his childhood. The name of Vrindavan comes from words 'vrinda', which means basil [Tulsi], and 'van' meaning forest.

Our stay in Vrindavan was for 5 days where we visited the main temples, Goverdhan Parikram, Radha kund & Shyam Kund, Nangaon, Barsana, Gokul, Mathura, Raman Reti, Vrinda Kund, Yamuna and we met the Gopis/ children being sponsored by LIVE.

View of Madanmohan temple, one of the main 6 temples of Vrindavan, on the parikram marg

View of Radhakund, the most favourite kunds of Krishna, located in Goverdhan.

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Murti of Radha Raman, the only original murti in Vrindavan

Vrinda Kund , where a temple of Vrinda (tulsi) devi is located

Barsana. Main temple of Radharani, where Radharani spent her childhood.

Surrounded by children some of whose education is being sponsored by LIVE

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OUR ROUTES THROUGH BHARAT & SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS

Mayapur Ganga Sagar Puri, Jaganath Mandir Konark Sun Temple Visakapatnam Simhachalan Ahobilam Tirupati Balaji Temple, Tirupati Kanchipuram Trichy Rameswaram Kothandaramaswamy Temple Southern tip of Bharat, Kanyakumari Kovalam Udupi Haridwar Top tip of Bharat, Gangotri Vrindavan

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MY SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO INDIA

SPECIFICALLY TO HONOUR MY ANCESTORS

by Sam Kodua, South London

In January 2024, I embarked on a profound spiritual journey to India alongside Nabhinandan Das. Our purpose was twofold: to deepen our spiritual consciousness and to perform sacred rites for our departed ancestors and friends, guided by the ancient Vedic tradition of "PindaDan," which assists the eternal soul in its journey beyond.

Our journey began in Delhi, where we set forth towards Haridwar, a city revered as one of the holiest places on Earth. Upon arriving, we were enveloped by the spiritual energy that permeates this ancient city nestled by the sacred Ganga. Our first act was to bathe in the purifying waters of the Ganga, an experience that washed away more than physical impurities-it cleansed the soul.

In Haridwar, we conducted the solemn "Pinda-Dan" ceremony, on the bank of the Ganga, a ritual of profound significance in Hindu traditions. This ceremony is believed to aid the departed souls in their spiritual transition. As we honoured our ancestors in this way, I felt a deep connection not only to my own lineage but also to the timeless spiritual heritage of India.

Additionally, during our time in Haridwar, we seized the opportunity to engage in acts of seva (selfless service). We served meals to 500 pilgrims, offering them a nourishing plate of puri, halwa, and vegetable curry. This act of feeding pilgrims, known as "annadan," is considered highly auspicious in Hinduism, symbolising the spirit of selflessness and community.

At Haridwar, we also witnessed the famous Ganga Arti which was an amazing spectacle of intense devotion to the holiest of rivers, Ganga.

The experience was transformative. Each moment spent in Haridwar felt like a step deeper into the heart of India's spiritual legacy. The sights, sounds, and rituals enriched my understanding of the interconnectedness of life and death, the temporal and eternal.

As we continued our journey to other sacred sites across India, including Rishikesh, and beyond, each step resonated with the echoes of centuries-old wisdom and devotion. Through these experiences, I felt a profound sense of fulfilment and a renewed commitment to honour not only

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my ancestors but also the timeless wisdom that permeates the land of India, a land where spiritual seekers and pilgrims alike find solace and enlightenment.

After our transformative experiences in Haridwar, we continued our spiritual odyssey to Prayagraj, a city steeped in ancient lore and spiritual significance. Here, we stood at the confluence of three sacred rivers - the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, at a revered spot known as Triveni-Sangam. As we bathed in these holy waters, I was struck by the tangible contrast between the dark waters of the Yamuna and the shimmering golden currents of the Ganga. The Saraswati, though invisible to the eye, flowed beneath the surface, its presence felt in the depths of our spirits.

From Prayagraj, our journey took us further eastward to Varanasi, the eternal city of Lord Shiva, where spirituality resonates in every corner. Our pilgrimage reached a pinnacle as we beheld the majestic Shivlinga at the renowned Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, freshly renovated and exuding an aura of divine grace.

In Varanasi, amidst the labyrinthine lanes and ancient ghats, we discovered myriad temples. Among them, one temple stood out vividly in my memories, the temple within Benaras University, a splendid edifice where students are blessed with daily visions of the divine. Here, we witnessed the profound dedication of young followers of Sanatan Dharma as they conducted a poignant evening ceremony in honour of Mother Ganga, epitomizing the timeless bond between humanity and the sacred river.

Each step of our journey through Prayagraj and Varanasi was a testament to the rich spiritual tapestry of India, a tapestry woven with threads of devotion, tradition, and the eternal quest for enlightenment. In these sacred cities, time seemed to blend, and the ancient rituals unfolded before us like chapters from a timeless scripture, imprinting upon our souls the essence of a spiritual legacy that transcends lifetimes.

Leaving behind the spiritual enchantment of Varanasi, our next destination was Gaya, a place steeped in significance for honouring ancestors and performing sacred rites. This pilgrimage was deeply personal for me, as I sought to carry out the "Pinda-Dan" ceremony, a tradition revered in the Vedic scriptures and sanctified by Lord Chaitanya Himself, who performed this ritual for His father at this very site.

In Gaya, we were blessed to encounter sincere and knowledgeable priests who guided us meticulously through the intricate processes of the ceremony. Following the Vedic rituals with devotion and precision, I felt a profound sense of

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fulfilment in fulfilling my duties as a son, relative, and friend to my departed loved ones. It was a moment of deep connection and closure, knowing that I had played my part in assisting their onward journey.

From Gaya, our spiritual expedition continued to Vrindavan, the sacred land of Lord Krishna. Here, surrounded by the timeless devotion and legends of Krishna's pastimes, we immersed ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of devotion. Days were spent wandering through magnificent temples and absorbing the sanctity of this revered region.

One of the memorable highlights in Vrindavan was witnessing the artistic and devotional ceremony dedicated to the holy river Yamuna. This sacred river, believed to be dear to Lord Krishna, holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. The ceremony was a symphony of devotion, a visual and spiritual spectacle that left an indelible impression on our hearts.

Throughout this transformative journey, which was nourished by delicious prasad (vegetarian food) everywhere, I felt immense gratitude towards the devotees and priests who extended their support and guidance. Their wisdom and assistance not only enriched my spiritual experience but also reinforced my sense of purpose and fulfilment. Undertaking this sacred mission, guided by ancient traditions and surrounded by the spiritual energies of India's holy places, was a profound blessing, an odyssey that deepened my spiritual understanding and left an enduring imprint on my soul.

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FINANCIAL REPORT

London Institute of Vedic Education, Year ended 31 December 2023

As at As at
31.12.22 31.12.23
Assets
Loan to Live Temple Estates CIC 209,472 209,472
Current Assets
Cash 2,359 18,975
Current liabilities
Loan payable within 2 years (119,000) (84,610)
92,832 143,838
Capital
Surplus income b/f 236,668 92,832
Surplus income in the year (143,836) 51,006
92,832 143,838

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Income & Expenditure

ncome & Expenditure
Year ended
31.12.2022
Book distribution/Candle sales
228
Refurbishment
86,740
The Mandir
5,931
Festivals
6,918
UK Tours
Tax rebate from HMRC
27,624
Bharat projects
133,104
Sri Lanka
1,553
International tours
9,130
Schools/Courses
2,269
Total Income
273,497
Stationary, school, DBS
1,368
Books
646
Insurance
716
Advertising/Communication
10,738
Bharat projects
150,376
Sri Lanka
2,076
Renovation
234,020
The Mandir
4,343
Festivals
1,853
UK Tours
International tours
9,130
Legal & compliance fees
1,428
Accountancy fees
600
Other
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Total Expenses
417,333
Surplus for the year
(143,836)		 Year ended
31.12.2023
-
1,100
49,588
2,507
8,991
69,034
213,341
5,534
59,725
3,600
413,420
981
-
679
6,394
255,161
5,437
5,560
19,670
935
7,837
59,133
28
600
-
362,414
51,006
413,420
362,414
51,006

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ACCOUNTANTS REPORT

The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibility to:

My examination was conducted in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement to the right.

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention

  1. Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section 41 of the 1993 Act; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act have not been met ; or

  2. To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Cubed Consultancy Ltd 31st May 2024

Note to the accounts

The Loan of £209,472 to Live Temple Estates CIC is made in order to acquire the building at 108-112 Chipstead Valley Road, Croydon CR5 3BA, which is the place of worship known as Sanatan Centre Coulsdon.

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The installation of Gaura Nitai by Sri Joshi Prashanth Sharma

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Contact Information:

@LondonInstituteofVedicEducation @London-institute-of-vedic-education @live.veda

UK +44 7545 318772 (Nabhinandan Das) UK +44 7956 169356 (Sachin Bagla) India +91 78959 22693 (Trikalajna Das - Vrindavan) India +91 99338 49820 (Sanjoy Roy - Mayapur)

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