Yuva Abhyudaya: A Grand Event Celebrating Spirituality, Enlightenment, and Youth Empowerment

Date: August 4th, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Place: Anand Dham Ashram, New Delhi

On the auspicious occasion of Dr. Archika Didi’s birthday, Yuva Abhyuday, an extraordinary event aimed at fostering youth empowerment, was organised on August 4, 2023, at Anand Dham Ashram in New Delhi with great enthusiasm.

On this occasion, various mandals conducted special programmes at different places. Divya Lok Ashram Yuva Mandal and Rotary Club Muradabad Achievers organised a plantation and gau-sewa programme at Divya Lok Gaushala in Muradabad. Amb Sewa Mandal performed Jalabhishek to Bhagwan Shiva and Mata Parvati at Shri Gauri-Shankar Temple in Amb, Himachal Pradesh. Furthermore, members across the world extended cheerful birthday wishes to Didi Ji.

Highlights of the Event

• Spiritual Rituals
• Enlightening Discourses
• Cultural Performances
• Essay/Slogan/Poem Writing & Video-Making Competitions
• Insightful Speeches

The event started with the sacred Rudrabhishek, followed by a Yagya. Soul-stirring bhajans enhanced the vibrancy of the event. On the arrival of Gurudev Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj, Guruma, and Dr. Archika Didi, the talented students of Gurukul recited Swasti Vaachan (peace mantras to invoke Gods and seek Their blessings). Dr. Atul Kumar Pandey Ji, Deputy Director at Nehru Yuva Kendra, was among the various dignitaries who attended the event.

Then the ceremony of lighting the lamp took place. After this, Smt. Anju Munjalji and her team graced the stage and filled the audience with great passion through their various renditions dedicated to youth power. Following this, the students of Gyandeep Vidyalaya presented a captivating Ganesh Vandana.

After this, a brief introduction of Dr. Archika Didi ji was given, followed by a concise introduction of the initiative “Yuva Abhyudaya.”

Yuva Abhyudaya is an initiative by HH Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj that aims to nurture the potential of youth for a progressive and transformative India. With the theme “New Energy, New Thought Process, New Promises, New Ways, and New India,” the special event showcased the creativity, talent, and skills of the youth.

The creative energy of the event participants continued to flow as the students of Titiksha Public School performed a play worth witnessing. The play discussed various issues that our youth face at various points in their lives and ways to overcome them. The students left everyone enchanted with their engaging performances.

In addition, Gurukul students made a pulsating entry with the beat of bands holding placards, which added a lively touch to the proceedings. This was followed by the announcement of the winners among students who participated in essay, poem, and slogan writing and video-making competitions. They were awarded with gold, silver, and bronze medals and certificates for their achievements.

One of the biggest attractions of the event was an insightful play on the life journey of Dr. Archika Didi Ji, which was skillfully performed by the Gurukul students. The play depicted how Didi Ji’s motivational and spiritual discourses are changing the lives of countless people, especially the youth.

Then Acharya Vishnu Pandey Ji rendered a poignant poem dedicated to Didi Ji. After this, Shri Vikas Ji showcased a documentary about the inspiring journey of Dr. Archika Didi Ji.

After this, Gurudev, Guruma, and Dr. Archika Didi were given a warm welcome. Then Didi Ji graced the audience with her profound discourse.

Key Points of Dr. Archika Didi Ji’s Discourse:

• We are fortunate to have been born as human beings.
• This life is like an opportunity. It is up to us to shape our lives.
• We can bring transformation to our lives by becoming courageous.
• We are responsible for creating our lives.
• Success is guaranteed when we are focused on our goal.

Then Maharaj Ji shared words of wisdom and blessed the audience with his spiritual guidance.

Key Points of Gurudev Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj’s Address:

• The power of youth is extraordinary.
• An awakened youth means an awakened nation.
• It is youth that creates history.
• We should focus on developing the skills of youth.
• We should give direction to talented youth to help them reach their goals.
• Parents need to teach good values to their children.

The event concluded with the Vote of Thanks by Dr. N.L. Madan Ji, expressing gratitude for the collective efforts that made this event a big success.