The Sardar Who United the Nation with an Iron Will. Vallabhbhai Patel was born into a simple farmer's family in Nadiad, Gujarat, in the Bombay Presidency, on October 31, 1875. Vallabhbhai Patel was courageous and stubborn from childhood. Once, when he developed a boil on his body, he bravely cauterized it himself with a red-hot glass piece before the doctor arrived. This incident showcased his Iron Will. After studying Law in England, he joined the freedom movement and successfully led the farmers' struggles in Kheda and Bardoli, earning him the title 'Sardar' (Chief/Leader). At the time of Independence, the person serving as the Congress President was expected to become the country's first Prime Minister. At that time, Sardar Patel received the majority support from the state committees for the Congress Presidential post. However, due to Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru became the country's first Prime Minister, and Sardar Patel took charge as Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. If a strong leader like Sardar Patel had become the Prime Minister, the country's history might have been different. When India gained independence in 1947, there were over 562 Princely States that were unwilling to join the new nation. Seeing this situation, Sardar Patel firmly resolved that India should not be fragmented. Using his strong determination, diplomacy, persuasion, and, where necessary, military action, he merged all these states into a single Indian Union within two years. Hence, he is called the 'Architect of Indian Unity' and the 'Iron Man of India'. ●    Merger of Junagadh and Hyderabad: Although Junagadh decided to join Pakistan, Sardar Patel made a brave decision based on the will of the people and integrated it into India. Similarly, when the Nizam of Hyderabad began persecuting Hindus, Patel liberated the Telangana region through 'Police Action' and integrated it into India. ●    The Kashmir Issue: Had the complete responsibility for the Kashmir issue been entrusted to Sardar Patel, it would have been merged as easily as Hyderabad. However, due to Jawaharlal Nehru's intervention and the problem being taken to the United Nations (UN), a part of Kashmir remained under Pakistan's occupation (PoK). This caused significant loss to the Hindus in that region and the nation. Many Hindus lost their lives and dignity as a result. Patel's patriotism was not limited to politics alone. He insisted on the reconstruction of the historic Somnath Temple in Gujarat, which had been destroyed numerous times by foreign Muslim rulers like Mahmud of Ghazni. Despite opposition from many, the reconstruction was possible only due to Sardar Patel's firm resolve. Sardar Patel decided that the temple should be restored through people's participation and donations, not with government funds. He did not give up his resolve, even when he faced opposition from some, including Prime Minister Nehru. His efforts to restore our destroyed or occupied ancient temples are a great source of cultural inspiration. He established the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and called it the "Steel Frame of India." In recognition of his work, Patel was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna. His birth anniversary is celebrated as 'National Unity Day'. Teacher Tasks Discussion After the Story (Analysis): ●    Which incident in Sardar Patel's childhood revealed his courage and strength of will? ●    What was Sardar Patel's role in the merger of Hyderabad and Junagadh? What problem arose due to the lack of his leadership in the Kashmir issue? ●    What message did he give through the restoration of the Somnath Temple? (Discuss the need to protect our historical and cultural heritage.) Expression of Thought (Creativity): ●    Symbol of Unity: Draw a map of India and sketch a picture of Sardar Patel uniting the 565 Princely States into a single nation. ●    Slogan of Determination: Have the children chant the slogan: "Unity is our strength, Determination is our success." Practical Action (Implementation): ●    Unified Team: Divide the children into small teams and assign them a task. The team leader should try to keep everyone united, like Sardar Patel, and complete the task. ●    Pledge of Resolve (Sankalpa Dinacharya): For this entire week, children should choose one small task that they find challenging and try to complete it with Iron Will, without giving up. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1478}}

https://youtu.be/MS7QcMAXTq0?si=MNBlBH6sUWmJCVZj Suman TV interviews Dr. Prakasarao Velagapudi about the recent attempts to protect the sanctity of Lord Venkateswara Temple and Tirupati. Talked about the attempts by Global Hindu Heritage Foundations and many other organizations to neutralize the desanctification attempts by the Andhra Pradesh government.  As we all know, Lord Venkateswara is considered a Kaliyuga Devudu – God of Kaliyuga. He is known by many names, such as Srinivasa (in whom Lakshmi dwells), Narayana (The Primordial One), Perumal (the great lord), Malayappa (the lord of the Hill), and Govinda (Protector of Cows), and is considered Lord Vaikuntam/ Venkatam. Permissions to build Mumtaj Hotel at the footsteps of the Seven Hills, to build Lulu Mall, and to organize a two-day Tablighi Jamaat meeting in Tirupati were contested. There are as many as 4000 Christians working at TTD. GHHF suggested how to identify Concealed Christians and the way to declare Tirupati, Tirumala, and Tiruchanur as Punyakshetra, like Mecca and the Vatican. https://youtu.be/MS7QcMAXTq0?si=MNBlBH6sUWmJCVZj

The Maharshi Who Restored Vedic Knowledge in the Modern Age Moolshankar was born in Tankara, Gujarat, on February 12, 1824. From childhood, he had an intense thirst for knowledge. One Shivaratri night, while staying awake to worship Lord Shiva, he saw mice playing on the Shivalinga. He questioned, "If this idol (Sākāram, the manifested form) cannot protect itself, how can it protect me? Does the true God only reside in an idol?" With this doubt, he set out to find the true God (Nirākāram). This was an attempt to understand the infinite power of God (Nirākāram) rather than just the form (Sākāram). To discover the truth, Moolshankar sacrificed his family's comfort and became a Sanyasi (ascetic). For 25 years, he traveled as an itinerant monk, traversing the Himalayas and other religious places in North India. During this time, he also began practicing Yoga. Finally, he found a Guru, Maharshi Virajananda. Recognizing that Hinduism had deviated from its roots, he promised his Guru that he would restore the dignity of the Vedas. It was then that Moolshankar became 'Dayananda Saraswati'. As per his Guru's command, Dayananda Saraswati dedicated his life to eradicating social evils like child marriage, Sati, and untouchability. He bravely stated, "These bad practices are not found in the Vedas. These superstitions arose in our society due to foreign invasions and because our elders forgot the original Vedic wisdom." Hence, he gave the slogan, "Go Back to Vedas." In 1875, he founded the 'Arya Samaj'. This organization not only taught Vedic knowledge but also played a crucial role in the country's freedom struggle. ●    Call for Swaraj: He was the first person to demand Swaraj (self-rule) in 1876, declaring "India for Indians." Leaders like Lokmanya Tilak later echoed this call. ●    Shuddhi Movement: He stood as a protector of the Hindu faith. By imparting knowledge to the innocent who had been converted due to temptation, he brought many back to their native faith through the 'Shuddhi Movement' (Purification). ●    Inspiration for Leaders: Great freedom fighters like Lala Lajpat Rai were inspired by the ideology of Arya Samaj. ●    Education and Equality: Arya Samaj schools taught patriotism along with Vedic education. By preaching that all are equal, it helped unite the entire nation as one community. Maharshi Dayananda Saraswati dedicated his life to establishing truth, righteousness (Dharma), and the nation. While at the palace of the Maharaja of Jodhpur, he was poisoned by the Mlechchhas (foreigners/non-believers). Due to the severity of the poison, he was moved to Ajmer for treatment. On October 30, 1883, at the age of 59, chanting the Vedic mantra 'Om Shanti Shanti Shanti,' this great Karma Yogi, who sacrificed his life for the establishment of truth and the protection of Dharma, attained Moksha (salvation). Teacher Tasks Discussion After the Story (Analysis): ●    What was Moolshankar's doubt regarding God? (Discuss that both Sākāra Pūjā (worship of form) and Nirākāra Upāsanā (worship of the formless) are paths to reach God, and that knowledge-based devotion is important.) ●    What does 'Swaraj' mean? How did Dayananda Saraswati first give the call for Swaraj? ●    What was his service to the Hindu Dharma through the 'Shuddhi Movement'? (Discuss the importance of protecting Dharma.) Expression of Thought (Creativity): ●    Thinking with Wisdom: Children should try to question and think about something before blindly believing it if someone tells them something. (Example: Discuss a rumor or superstition and explore the truth behind it.) ●    National Slogan: Combine the slogan "India for Indians" with a powerful Vedic slogan like 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth alone triumphs) and chant it. Practical Action (Implementation): ●    Human Equality: For this entire week, children should play and study with all their friends without any distinction based on caste, wealth, or poverty. ●    Pledge of Courage: Like the courage shown by Maharshi Dayananda, take a pledge: "This week, when a mistake happens, I will bravely admit it instead of hiding it." Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1477}}

In a small village, a great Yagna (sacred ritual) was taking place. An extremely rare 'Swarna Pushpam' (Golden Flower) was required for this ritual. The village elder called four children—Aryan, Pragna, Kutil, and Maya—and assigned them a task. He said, "The trees bearing these flowers are near the village pond. A fair (Jatara) is happening on the way to the pond, and it will be crowded. You must bring the flower back within an hour. Any delay will disrupt the Yagna." Aryan and Pragna kept the Guru's words in mind. No matter how noisy and colorful the fair was, they kept their focus solely on the flower. Pragna completely ignored the dancers, and Aryan ignored the smell of sweets. Whenever their minds wandered, they immediately refocused on the goal. They returned with the flower on time. Maya's mind was very restless. As she walked towards the pond, she first saw a new, colorful bangle shop and stopped. Thinking, 'There is still time to get the flower,' she moved on, but then saw a group of children playing and her mind was diverted again. Because her mind kept jumping from one thing to another, she eventually completely forgot about the flower and the time. Kutil's mind was also out of control. He became impatient with the crowd at the fair. When he saw two people fighting, he got involved unnecessarily and started arguing. He wasted his energy and time on these trivial matters and returned alone, defeated and disappointed. Aryan and Pragna honorably arrived at the Yagna site with the flower. A little later, Kutil and Maya arrived empty-handed, disappointed and exhausted. The village elder smiled and said to Kutil, "Kutil, why did your mind get involved in that fight? Wasn't your goal the flower?" Turning to Maya, he asked, "Maya, why couldn't your mind stay focused in one place?" He then explained that this is why Lord Sri Krishna repeatedly stresses controlling the mind in the Bhagavad Gita, and shared a verse from the 6th Chapter, 26th Sloka. Sloka: यतो यतो निश्चरति मनश्चंचलमस्थिरम् । ततस्ततो नियम्यैतदात्मन्येव वशं नयेत् ।। Explanation: In this verse, Sri Krishna says that wherever the restless and unsteady mind wanders, one must bring it back from that path and constantly fix it on the Self (or the Supreme Soul). He added, "Children, the chaos of this fair is like your fickle mind. Your mind strayed from your destination. If our mind is under our control, we can achieve victory not only in this small task but in any matter in life. Ultimately, we can even attain the Supreme Soul. Therefore, control over the mind is the true key to victory." Kutil and Maya realized their mistake and promised to keep their minds under control. Aryan and Pragna were honored with the great privilege of participating in the Yagna. Teacher Tasks Discussion after the story: ●    How did Aryan and Pragna achieve success through focus and concentration? ●    How was the restless mind of Kutil and Maya responsible for them getting distracted? ●    Discuss, with examples, where your mind wanders while studying and how you can control it. Practical Activities: ●    Every day, complete one task (like eating food or performing Puja) by focusing solely on that activity without letting your mind wander. ●    Every time your mind loses control, immediately recall the slogan: 'Bring the mind back!' Character Analysis: ●    Aryan and Pragna: How did they keep their minds under control in the story? What are the key qualities you should learn from them? ●    Kutil and Maya: How did their minds show fickleness? What kind of loss did that restlessness cause them? Sloka Repetition: ●    Have the children repeat the Bhagavad Gita sloka mentioned in the story. ●    Ask the children to explain the meaning of the sloka in their own words. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1476}}  

Mark Twain remarked, "India has two million gods, and worships them all. In religion all other countries are paupers; India is the only millionaire." When traveling through India, he had exclaimed that though a week had only seven days, Indians seemed to celebrate eight festivals every week. Diwali was celebrated in Princeton, Texas, on October 25 with a variety of cultural programs, including young children as young as 3.  So many talents and so many participants. Hundreds of people enjoyed the cultural program, during which many children were allowed to showcase their singing and dancing skills.    It was organized by a group of Hindu activists who have committed to demonstrating the richness of our culture and inspiring the next generation to emulate the uniqueness of Sanatan Dharma. The team of people who worked tirelessly includes Anusha, Saikiran, Siri Reddy, Ravichandra, Mallikarjuna, Arun, Ram, Gajendra, Kalyani, Sivagami, and Suhail. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and hope over adversity, and your support helps elevate that message of unity, peace, and cultural understanding. By acknowledging Diwali in such an official and public way, you are helping foster inclusivity and strengthening the bonds within our diverse communities. The festival is mentioned in the Padma Purana, the Skanda Purana, and other Sanskrit Hindu scriptures; the divas (lamps) are mentioned in the Skanda Purana to symbolize parts of the sun, the cosmic giver of light and energy to all life, which seasonally transitions in the Hindu calendar month of Kartik. The celebration of Diwali as the "victory of good over evil" refers to the light of higher knowledge dispelling all ignorance, the ignorance that masks one's true nature, not as the body, but as the unchanging, infinite, imminent, and transcendent reality. With this awakening comes compassion and the awareness of the oneness of all things, and knowledge overcomes ignorance. Diwali is the celebration of this Inner Light over spiritual darkness, of knowledge over ignorance, of right over wrong, of good over evil. Speaking on the occasion, Prakasarao Velagapudi, President of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, discussed the significance of Diwali and why we celebrate it. We should remember five significant events associated with Diwali. On these occasions, people appropriately celebrated in Satya Yuga, Treta Yuga, and Dwapara. 1)    The Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, incarnated on the new moon day (Amavasya) of the Kartik month during the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan), hence the association of Diwali with Lakshmi. 2)     Vishnu Rescued Lakshmi: On this very day (Diwali day), Lord Vishnu in his fifth incarnation as Vaman-Avatara rescued Lakshmi from the prison of King Bali, and this is another reason for worshipping Ma Lakshmi on Diwali.  3)    Krishna Killed Narakaasur: On the day preceding Diwali, Lord Krishna killed the demon king Narakaasur and rescued 16,000 women from his captivity. The celebration of this freedom lasted two days, including Diwali as a victory festival.  4)     The Return of the Pandavas: According to the great epic ‘Mahabharata’, it was ‘Kartik Amavashya’ when the Pandavas appeared from their 12 years of banishment as a result of their defeat at the hands of the Kauravas at the game of dice (gambling). The subjects who loved the Pandavas celebrated the day by lighting the earthen lamps.  5)     The Victory of Rama: According to the epic ‘Ramayana’, it was the new moon day of Kartik when Lord Ram, Ma Sita, and Lakshman returned to Ayodhya after vanquishing Ravana and conquering Lanka. The citizens of Ayodhya decorated the entire city with the earthen lamps and illuminated it like never before.  He also suggested that the parents should take full responsibility for transmitting our rich cultural heritage to the next generation, making them proud of it and champions of our Sanatana Dharma. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1475}}

Margaret Elizabeth Noble was born in Dunganon, North Ireland, in 1867. From childhood, she was a bright and sharp-witted young woman. However, losing her father at a young age led her to take up the profession of a teacher at just seventeen to support her family. She earned a reputation as an excellent educator. Although she was involved in church services at the time, her selfless nature of serving all denominations without distinction did not align with the narrow-mindedness of the local church authorities. This left her feeling dejected. The void in her life was partially filled by the teachings of Buddha. Later, in 1893, she met Swami Vivekananda at a friend's house in London. Margaret was captivated by Swamiji's brilliant answers on Hindu philosophical topics such as the Self (Ātman), the Supreme Self (Paramātman), and Reincarnation. She immediately became his devoted follower, meticulously wrote down all his lectures, and was instrumental in giving a written form to Vivekananda's message. At Swamiji's invitation, Margaret sacrificed her comfortable life and arrived in Calcutta on January 28, 1898. On March 25, 1898, at the Belur Math temple, amidst prayers of 'Asato Ma Sadgamaya', Swami Vivekananda placed 'Vibhuti' (sacred ash) on her forehead, initiated her as a Brahmacharini (novice nun), and proclaimed her 'Nivedita' (The Dedicated One). Holy Mother Sarada Devi also accepted her as her own daughter. Swamiji commanded that if women are educated, those cultural values would be instilled in the family, laying the foundation for the nation's future. Hence, Nivedita started a Girls' School in her own house on November 11, 1898. Furthermore, even though she did not know Bengali, she worked hard to learn it and taught lessons in that language to emphasize the importance of the mother tongue. She insisted that Rabindranath Tagore's daughters also be taught in the Indian method rather than in English. She strongly opposed the British government's oppression of India and the injustice done to Indians (e.g., the humiliation faced by J.C. Bose in England). She wrote numerous articles for various journals, fiercely criticizing the brutal British rule. She guided revolutionary heroes like Bhupendranath Dutta and Aurobindo Ghosh. Her patriotism was evident when she promoted the use of Swadeshi (indigenous) goods, even personally selling them on a pushcart. She stood by scientist J.C. Bose during the humiliation he faced in Britain, correcting his research papers for five years and ensuring they were published. She worked with him to establish a research center. The seeds she sowed to boost the self-confidence and self-respect of Indian scientists can be considered the reason why India is leading in the field of knowledge today. With the belief that "it is her great fortune to serve this land," and a deep conviction that the world would awaken through the rise of India, she worked relentlessly. Although she passed away on October 13, 1911, Aurobindo Ghosh described her, saying, "She was a flame of fire that spread through all walks of life in our country." Teacher Tasks Discussion After the Story (Analysis): ●    How did Margaret, despite losing her father at a young age, take up the teaching profession to support her family? (Discuss responsibility and courage.) ●    How did Sister Nivedita emphasize the importance of the mother tongue? (Discuss why it is important to respect one's mother tongue.) ●    What was the patriotism behind Nivedita helping revolutionaries and scientists like J.C. Bose? (Discuss serving the nation through education, science, and technology.) Expression of Thought (Creativity): ●    Swadeshi Day: Children should talk about the Swadeshi goods (products made in India) they have and encourage their use. ●    Birthday Gift for Nivedita: Children should prepare a short poem or slogan about women's education or patriotism as a birthday gift for Nivedita. Practical Action (Implementation): ●    The Offering of Help (Sahāya Nivēdana): This week, children should choose one task at home or school that they really dislike and complete it selflessly (without expecting any result or reward). ●    Mother Tongue Pledge: Make a resolve every morning: "This week, I will speak clearly and proudly in my mother tongue at home and wherever possible." Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1474}}

Dear Friends: "Don't be satisfied with lighting just one lamp: light a thousand, for we will need to light many lights to dispel the darkness of ignorance." We request your presence at the “Celebrate the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma” program organized by Global Hindu Heritage Foundation to highlight its activities.      Date and Time: November 8, 2025, at 6:30 pm     Venue: Radha Krishna Temple, Allen, TX The purpose is fourfold: 1)    Update on the progress of our 16 activities in ten different States in Bharat. 2)    Supreme Court landmark judgment on the demolition of unauthorised structures 3)    Can we stop the unauthorised structures? 4)    Is there a need for to declare Bharat as Hindu Rashtra? 5)    Can we protect TIRUPATI from political Assault? 6)    How do we free Hindu Temples and protect them from political vote bank politics. 7)    To Appreciate the support of people who contributed to GHHF over the last 19 years. 8)    Review all the major activities being conducted in Bharat and Bangladesh. 9)    Highlight the significant events being conducted at the ground level in Bharata 10)  Do we have plans to expand our services to Sanatana Dharma  Contac information:  Chandra 972-689-9145; Prashant 323-365-4124; Chandu 469-463-4556; Prakasarao Velagapudi 601-918-7111

October 26, 2025 Honorable Sri Pawan Kalyan Deputy Prime Minister,  Minister for Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Velagapudi, Andhra Pradesh Dear Sri Pawan Garu:     Subject: Implement Supreme Court Judgment to demolish unauthorised structures; Secure the list of unauthorised structures in Andhra and act immediately. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation earnestly requests your utmost attention in preserving the culture of the country, enforcing the judgment of the Supreme Court, abide by the laws of the land, maintain certain level of morality at the government level, deny the premise government can make any decisions at it’s will even against the will of the people, stop appeasing the minorities, stand up for law and order, and stand up for dharma that emphasizes universal peace and harmony. On February 14, 2025, you mentioned that "If systems are to be strengthened, but bureaucracy doesn't stand its ground, what's the fate of the common folk?" You are absolutely right in saying what the fate of the people is if the government does not enforce the law. Also, you even stated, “If my Sanatana dharma is disturbed, I will come out. I will fight and if necessary, I will sacrifice my life …. "Even if I lose my post as Deputy Chief Minister, I will not hesitate; I will go to any length to protect Dharma." GHHF firmly believes in your honesty, your anguish at protecting Sanatana Dharma, your dilemma in balancing the extreme forces, and your agony at being fair in enforcing the law. Vested interests may question your motivation to take any action on unauthorized structures. That itself will tell us that other religions would like to malign the politicians with their votes and money.  We do not believe that you would sacrifice the country for self-interests, and that you would tolerate the suffocation of Sanatana Dharma by other religions. MEMO No 271264 and its withdrawal are shocking The Department of Panchayat Raj issued a Memo to investigate unauthorized structures, and the immediate withdrawal in February 2025 is shocking, numbing, and beyond anyone’s imagination, given your stand on the protection of Sanatana Dharma. Allowing thousands of thousands of Churches in Tirupati and Andhra Pradesh to be built without permission is tantamount to the Andhra Pradesh government’s approval of illegal conversion on a mass scale across the State. It amounts to a state-sponsored conversion of Hindus to other religions.   Supreme Court came to your rescue – follow its judgment to demolish unauthorized structures? On April 30, 2025, the Supreme Court of India issued a landmark judgment stating that unauthorized constructions cannot be legitimized merely due to administrative delays, the passage of time, or monetary investments, and issued a slew of directions to curb illegal constructions.  The essence of the judgment is that you cannot legalize the illegal structures. Any leniency shown toward the people who flouted the law, who snubbed the law of the land, and who insulted the legal system should pay dearly and should be punished, and their unauthorized construction must be demolished. Authorities should investigate all structures under their purview for legitimacy and demolish any unauthorized structures. All village Panchayats, Urban areas, and cities should immediately investigate whether structures have been built without permission as per the law. The highlights of the judgment are as follows: •         “We are of the opinion that construction(s) put up in violation of or deviation from the building plan approved by the local authority, and the constructions which are audaciously put up without any building planning approval, cannot be encouraged. Each and every construction must be made scrupulously following and strictly adhering to the rules," it said •         "We must adopt a strict approach while dealing with cases of illegal construction and should not readily entertain regularisation of buildings erected without requisite permission from the competent authority. The need for maintaining such a firm stance emanates not only from inviolable duty cast upon the Courts to uphold the rule of law, rather such judicial restraint gains more force in order to facilitate the well-being of all concerned.”, the court added. •         "The need for maintaining such a firm stance arises not only from the inviolable duty cast upon the courts to uphold the rule of law, but also from the necessity to protect the well-being of the public," the court noted in its order. •         "We are at pains to observe that the aforesaid aspect has not been kept in mind by many state governments while enacting the Regularisation of Unauthorized Development Act based on payment of impact fees." •         "Unauthorized constructions, apart from posing a threat to the life of the occupants and the citizens living nearby, also have an effect on resources like electricity, groundwater, and access to roads, which are primarily designed to be made available in orderly development and authorized activities,” it said. •         “A person who has no regard for the law cannot be permitted to pray for regularisation after putting up unauthorized construction of two floors. This has something to do with the rule of law. Unauthorized construction has to be demolished.” •         "There is no way out. Judicial discretion would be guided by expediency. Courts are not free from statutory fetters. Justice is to be rendered in accordance with law," it said. •         "In the event of any violation, being brought to the notice of the courts, the same should be dealt with iron hands and any leniency or mercy shown to the person guilty of unauthorized construction would amount to showing misplaced sympathy," the bench added. •         "If any deviation is noticed, action must be taken in accordance with the Act and the process of issuance of completion/occupation certificate should be deferred, unless and until the deviations pointed out are completely rectified,” it added. How many Churches are there in Andhra Pradesh? How many are built illegally? As you are aware, there were more than 10,000 churches in 2021. As part of Covid-19 support, the Jagan Government provided one-time financial aid to 29,000 pastors from unorganized churches and prayer halls. It seems that there are 40,000 pastors and 4.5 lakh unofficial pastors. Although we do not have an accurate count of churches in Andhra Pradesh, there may be as many as 12,000 by 2025.              If we want to know how many Churches there are in Andhra Pradesh, the best approach is to instruct all Collectors to provide information on the number of Churches in their respective districts. Every government wants to know accurate information on any given matter. We always collect information for the accuracy and protection of the structures.  Not a single Church is built with Permission in Tirupati In 2021, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation requested the Chittoor Collector, Tirupati Urban Development Authorities, and the Mandal Officer, under the Right to Information Act, to provide a list of Churches permitted to be built in Tirupati. They all said they had not been permitted to build in Tirupati.             About 100 Churches in Tirupati have been operated for years without proper authorization. They did not get permission to build. That means every Church you see is built illegally.             Is there any LAW and ORDER in Andhra Pradesh that allows these Churches to operate under their noses and in front of their eyes? What a pity. WE REQUEST PANCHAYAT RAJ Department the following: 1)     Remove Illegal Churches. Please instruct all the District Collectors to send you reports indicating how many Churches were permitted to be built. As you already know, Christians do not get permission because they play the VOTE BANK politics game. Politicians fall prey to their deception, cheat, and take bribes. Probably, you know the religions by now. Our politicians go as low as possible, bend as much as needed, and attack Hindu Mata as much as required to please the other two religions.             In the next decade or so, Hindus may not even be able to celebrate their festivals, as you have seen with Raya Choti in December, as happened to Ayyappa devotees, and recently with the Sri Veerabhadra Swamy procession.             Dear PAWAN Garu: How long will you remain SILENT? How long will you allow innocent, gullible Hindus to be converted to other religions? How long do we remain spectators to the illegal sports – illegal conversions and illegal structures?                 YOU can do it, and GHHF is counting on you to protect Sanatana Dharma and Bharat Mata. Dhanyavad Prakasarao Velagapudi PhD President, Global Hindu Heritage Foundation Ph:+1 601-918-7111

The Dharma Prachar Yajna of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation continues relentlessly. The 'Prati Inta Ramanamam' (Bhagawan Nama on Every House) program is surging ahead on the path of victory, with the successful completion of writing the name of Bhagawan on every house in the 506th village. With the completion of the program in Yarakampeta village, Nathavaram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh , the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has successfully finished this great work in 506 villages so far, demonstrating its commitment to Dharma Prachar. This program is not just about painting the names of Bhagawan; it is a great movement that instills spiritual awakening and Hindu unity in every village. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation activists went to every house and, with the help of stencils, painted slogans like 'Jai Sri Ram,' 'Om Namah Shivaya,' and 'We are Hindus,' thereby awakening feelings of devotion and self-respect among the people. Initiating a New Awakening Through this program, the forgotten spiritual feelings among the villagers have blossomed again. In particular, the slogan 'We are Hindus' has greatly contributed to the unity of the Hindu community. The villages where this program has been completed are now safe from religious conversion gangs. Since the name of Bhagawan and the slogan 'We are Hindus' are present on every house, proselytizers from other religions are afraid to enter those villages. With the completion of this program in Yarakampeta village, this successful journey is inspiring many more people. People are eagerly coming forward, requesting that this program be conducted in their villages as well. The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation extends special congratulations to every activist who made this great victory possible, to the cooperating villagers, and to everyone who is part of this Maha Yajna.  Your donations are appreciated By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1473}}

In the Sanatana Dharma, temples are not merely centers of devotion; they are centers from which divine power (Chaitanyam) flows constantly. However, over time, due to lack of financial resources and supervision, the daily rituals of Dhūpa (incense), Dīpa (lamp), and Naivedyam (food offering) have been discontinued in many temples. What Do the Shastras Say? According to our Dharma Shastras, the divine power (Chaitanyam) remains only if the daily rituals of Dhūpa, Dīpa, and Naivedyam are performed continuously in the temple. Scholars say that if these daily rituals are stopped or not performed properly, the divine consciousness gradually diminishes, and the temple becomes dull and lifeless (Nistējam). The decline of spiritual power and religious thought in society today, and the weakening hold of Dharma, is also largely due to such neglected temples. When centers of power become dull, their influence on society also decreases. GHHF's Resolve: Restoration of Centers of Power Recognizing this danger, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) is conducting the 'Dhūpa-Dīpa-Naivedyam Kit Distribution' program every month with the great resolve to transform temples back into centers of power. In this month of October as well, GHHF members identified remote temples that were neglected and in a state where pujas could not be performed, and provided them with free kits containing essential items for daily worship. This kit includes necessary puja items like Naivedyam materials, lamp oil, wicks, incense (dhūpam), camphor, turmeric, and kumkum. Local Participation – The Continuous Lighting of the Lamp: This service does not stop only with providing materials. Local devotees residing around the temples are identified and entrusted with the responsibility of lighting the lamp in the temple every day. This ensures the continuity of the divine consciousness and provides an opportunity for local devotees to participate in the temple's service. The cooperation of everyone is necessary for this effort by GHHF to transform temples from mere buildings into centers for the flow of spiritual energy. GHHF believes that only by reviving the discontinued daily worship can religious power and the glory of Sanatana Dharma be re-established in society.  Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1472}}