Akhand Path Sahib, Satsang-Kirtan, and Grand Langar Held, Special Presence of Bhagat Mulanshah from Porbandar and Bharat Mata

Surat. The annual three-day ‘Pujya Sadhani Mata Varshi Utsav’ at the Jai Sadhani Mata Temple in Palanpur Patia, renowned as a major center of devotion, service, and spiritual practice, concluded with reverence, joy, and grandeur.

On this sacred occasion, there was a special presence of Bhagat Mulanshah, son of Bhagat Shri Danduram from Porbandar, and Bharat Mata, which filled the entire atmosphere with spiritual energy.

The festival featured continuous recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib, satsang, and kirtan by saints and spiritual leaders who arrived from various parts of the country. A large number of devotees participated in this three-day religious program.

On the first day of the festival, the auspicious commencement of the Akhand Path Sahib of the revered Guru Granth Sahib took place at 10 AM. In the evening, a special satsang-kirtan was presented. On the second day, morning prayers included the singing of ‘Asha Di Vaar’, while in the evening, a soulful satsang-kirtan moved the devotees.

On the concluding day, the Bhog (completion ceremony) of the Akhand Path Sahib was performed in the morning. This was followed by a cultural satsang titled ‘Rangrang Bhagat’. In the afternoon, a grand community meal (Langar/Bhandara) was organized, where a large number of devotees partook of the blessed food.

The entire program was held at Bangla No. A-29, Varsha Society, Palanpur Patia, Rander Road. The event was organized by the Jai Sadhani Mata Seva Samiti and the Lalwani family.

On this occasion, committee members, devotees, and their family members were present in large numbers to receive blessings and contributed to the service activities, making the festival a success.

Akhand Path Sahib

Akhand Path Sahib is a continuous, uninterrupted reading of the Sikh scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib, which is typically completed over approximately 48 hours. This sacred practice is central to Sikh worship and is often held to mark significant events, such as festivals, inaugurations, or times of celebration and remembrance. The tradition honors the Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal living Guru and embodies the Sikh principle of seeking divine guidance through its complete recitation.

Guru Granth Sahib

The Guru Granth Sahib is the central religious scripture and eternal living Guru of Sikhism. It was first compiled by Guru Arjan Dev in 1604 and later finalized by Guru Gobind Singh, who in 1708 declared it the final and perpetual Sikh Guru. The sacred text contains hymns and teachings of Sikh Gurus and other saints, written in Gurmukhi script, and is revered with the highest honor in Sikh worship.

Jai Sadhani Mata Temple

The Jai Sadhani Mata Temple is a Hindu temple located in the state of Gujarat, India, dedicated to the goddess Sadhani Mata, a form of Durga. While its precise founding date is unclear, it is a significant pilgrimage site, particularly for the Koli community, who revere the goddess as a protector and benefactor. The temple’s history is deeply intertwined with local folklore, celebrating the goddess’s power and miracles for her devotees.

Pujya Sadhani Mata Varshi Utsav

“Pujya Sadhani Mata Varshi Utsav” is an annual religious festival held in the Indian state of Gujarat, primarily in the Kutch region, to honor the revered saint Pujya Sadhani Mata. The festival commemorates her life and spiritual teachings, celebrating her as a symbol of devotion and social harmony. It typically involves community prayers, devotional music, and cultural processions, reflecting the region’s rich folk traditions.

Bhagat Mulanshah

Bhagat Mulanshah is a revered shrine located in the town of Saidpur, near Islamabad, Pakistan, dedicated to a 17th-century Sufi saint of the same name. It is a significant site for the local Hindu and Sikh communities, who visit to pay homage and seek blessings. The shrine’s history reflects the region’s pre-partition interfaith harmony and continues to be a symbol of shared spiritual heritage.

Porbandar

Porbandar is a coastal city in Gujarat, India, most famous as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi in 1869. Historically, it was a significant port and the capital of the former Princely State of Porbandar, with a rich maritime and trading heritage dating back centuries. Key cultural sites include the Kirti Mandir (Gandhi’s birthplace memorial) and the grand Huzoor Palace, the former royal residence.

Bharat Mata

“Bharat Mata” (Mother India) is a national personification of India as a mother goddess, emerging as a unifying symbol during the Indian independence movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The concept was powerfully popularized through art, literature, and Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s song “Vande Mataram,” representing the land and people of India as sacred and worthy of devotion. A notable monument is the **Bharat Mata Mandir** in Varanasi, a temple opened in 1936 that houses a marble relief map of undivided India instead of a traditional deity.

Asha Di Vaar

“Asha Di Vaar” is a sacred Sikh hymn composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, which is traditionally sung in congregational worship. It is a profound spiritual composition that outlines the path of righteous living and truth, forming a part of the Guru Granth Sahib. While not a physical site, it is a central pillar of Sikh religious and musical tradition, historically recited to inspire moral courage and devotion.