Bankim Chandra Chatterjee was born on June 27, 1838, in the village Kantalpara of the 24 Paraganas District of Bengal and died on April 8, 1894. He is famous as the author of Vande Mataram, India's national song. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee began his literary career as a writer of verse. He then turned to fiction. Durgeshnandini, his first Bengali romance, was published in 1865. His famous novels include Kapalkundala (1866), Mrinalini (1869), Vishbriksha (1873), Chandrasekhar (1877), Rajani (1877), Rajsimha (1881), and Devi Chaudhurani (1884). Bankim Chandra Chatterjee most famous novel was Anand Math (1882). Anand Math contained the song "Vande Mataram", which was later adopted as the National Song. "Vande Mataram" ("I bow to thee, Mother") is a Bengali poem by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, first published in his 1882 novel Anandamath, that became a rallying cry for India's independence movement and is now India's national song. Written in Sanskritized Bengali in the 1870s, the song personifies India as a mother goddess, praising its beauty and strength, and was first sung publicly by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896. In 1950, the first two stanzas were adopted as the national song, honored equally with the national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana".  In December 2025, a recent 10-hour parliamentary debate marked 150 years of Vande Mataram, highlighting its role as a unifying, patriotic anthem from the freedom struggle. Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla opened the special discussion, calling this national song a powerful symbol of India’s harmony, strength, and freedom struggle, and said the debate aims to honor the sacrifices of freedom fighters and pass their legacy to future generations. Prime Minister Modi described it as a "mantra" for sacrifice and national pride, while opposition members suggested it was used to deflect from current political and governance issues. He remarked that Vande Mataram, the mantra and clarion call that energized and inspired the nation's freedom movement, showing the path of sacrifice and penance, is remembered, and that it is a great privilege for all in the House. Shri Modi highlighted that it is a matter of pride that the nation is witnessing the historic 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.  The PM highlighted that the same sentiment, values, culture, and tradition were gifted to the nation in the finest words and a noble spirit through Vande Mataram. He emphasized that Vande Mataram was not merely a mantra for political freedom or simply about driving away the British and charting our own path; it went far beyond that. The Prime Minister stated that the freedom struggle was also a sacred battle to liberate the motherland, to free Mother India from shackles. He noted that when we look at the background of Vande Mataram and its stream of values, we see a recurring truth dating back to the Vedic era. He underscored that when we say Vande Mataram, it reminds us of the Vedic declaration: this land is my mother, and I am her son. The Prime Minister noted that this very idea was echoed by Lord Shri Ram when he renounced the grandeur of Lanka, declaring “Janani Janmabhoomishcha Swargadapi Gariyasi”. He emphasized that Vande Mataram is the modern embodiment of this great cultural tradition. The highlights of Sri Narendra Modi's speech are: •    Vande Mataram rekindled an idea deeply rooted in India for thousands of years •    Vande Mataram also contained the cultural energy of thousands of years; it also had the fervor for freedom and the vision of an independent India. •    The deep connection of Vande Mataram with the people reflects the journey of our freedom movement. •    Vande Mataram gave strength and direction to our freedom movement. •    Vande Mataram was the all-encompassing mantra that inspired freedom, sacrifice, strength, purity, dedication, and resilience. Please support our activities with your donations. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Payable to:  GHHF at 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979.

Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji arrived in New York on March 30 and began the Kumbhabhishekam rituals at SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir in Burlington, New Jersey, USA on 31 March 2026. We had the honor of attending the weeklong Pratishta ceremony.  On March 31, 2026, Pujya Sri Swamiji arrived at SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir in Burlington, New Jersey, for the week-long Pratishta and Kumbhabhishekam of the deities Karya Siddhi Hanuman, Ganesha, Amba, Subrahmanya, Dattatreya, and Shiva. In the morning, Sri Swamiji blessed the Kumbhabhishekam rituals, toured the new temple, and performed Sri Chakra Puja. In the evening, a welcome function was arranged for Sri Swamiji. Members and devotees of the Temple expressed their joy and gratitude for Sri Swamiji’s blessings and guidance in establishing this temple. Various local leaders from the City of Burlington and the State of New Jersey attended the event and handed over their proclamations to Sri Swamiji. Sri Swamiji blessed the devotees with a discourse. April 1: On the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, Pujya Sri Swamiji offered aarti to Lord Hanuman, performed Sri Chakra Puja, and blessed the devotees with a wonderful discourse. In the evening, Sri Swamiji participated in the Kumbhabhishekam rituals and led devotees in chanting the Hanuman Chalisa. April 2: In the morning, Sri Swamiji performed Sri Chakra Puja while devotees chanted Guru Gita and Guru Bhajans. Sri Swamiji performed Yantra Pratishta for the deities: Karya Siddhi Hanuman, Ganesha, Amba, Subrahmanya, Dattatreya, and Shiva. In the evening, Vid offered Sangeeta Seva. Sri Ganesh and Vid. Sri Kumaresh on Violin, Vid. Patri Satish Kumar on Mridangam and Vid. Trichy Krishnaswamy on Ghatam. April 3: On the auspicious day of the Kumbhabhishekam at SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir, Sri Swamiji arrived at the Temple and performed Sri Chakra Puja. The Mayor of the Town of Burlington welcomed Sri Swamiji and the devotees for this historic event. Sri Swamiji blessed the devotees with a discourse. Sri Swamiji performed the Pratishta and Kumbabhishekam of the deities Chintamani Ganapati, Raja Rajeshwari Devi, Dhanvantari Subrahmanya, Dattatreya, Vishweshwara Shiva, and Karya Siddhi Hanuman. Sri Swamiji blessed the devotees with ’Toram’ to offer to Lord Hanuman and tied the first Toram. Devotees got the opportunity to offer their prayers to the deities. In the evening, Carnatic Vocal Sangeeta Seva was offered by Vidwan Sri. Malladi Suri Babu. April 4: State Senator Troy Singleton attended the Grand Consecration of the SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir in Burlington. This was a truly special gathering as Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, Founding Pontiff of Avadhuta Datta Peetham, traveled all the way from southern India to consecrate this sacred space and bless our community. The devotion, the beautiful music, and the warm hospitality reflected our shared commitment to faith, culture, and bringing people together. It was also wonderful to reconnect with my former colleague and friend, Dr. Upendra Chivukula. Thank you to everyone who welcomed me and allowed me to be part of this celebration. April 5: Devotees performed Parayana of Sampoorna Bhagavad Gita for the first time at SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir. Sri Swamiji blessed the chanters, performed the Sri Chakra Puja, and delivered a discourse to the devotees. Members of the Temple expressed their joy and gratitude for Sri Swamiji’s blessings and guidance in establishing this temple and for the week-long programs. In the evening, Sangeeta Seva was offered by the Temple Bhajan group. Devotees performed Dolotsava to Sri Swamiji, concluding Sri Swamiji’s trip for the Kumbhabhishekam of SGS Karya Siddhi Hanuman Mandir. {{album_1576}}

The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation was excited when you were elected as an MLA and appointed as Deputy Chief Minister. Every Hindu was thrilled and enthusiastic, thinking that a true Hindu had surfaced in Bharat to protect Sanatana Dharma. His speeches inspired many Hindus who believed they might have seen a true Sanatani.  Many of your speeches still ring in the ears of many Hindus. You have become a talk of the Hindu community across the globe. They even memorized your statements with so much faith. They defended you in all the discussions by saying he is the only one with guts, courage, and bravery who proudly announced that he is an unabashed Hindu. He 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." Now is the Time to Act It is the right time for you to come out and fight for justice, uphold the law and order, protect the innocent Hindus, punish the Christians who attacked the convoy of Sri Raghu Ram Krishna Raju, and remove all illegal churches.   Pawan Kalyan should not turn a blind eye to the situation in Akividu. If a sitting Deputy Speaker, Honorable Raghu Ramakrishna Raju, was not allowed to visit Sri Rama Mandir in Akividu, and was even unable to offer a garland to the Ram Parivar, just imagine what is happening in the villages to Hindus across Andhra Pradesh. His followers were attacked with knives, nails, rocks, and sticks. Some were hospitalized The Hindus in villages are insulted, attacked, demeaned, their houses are ransacked, their lands are occupied, their lives are threatened, they are falsely charged with the Atrocities Act, and they experience hell on earth.  Reissue Memo to collect information on Illegal Structures. GHHF requests Pawan Kalyan to correct his mistake in revoking Memo No. 271264, issued by his Department of Panchayat Raj on February 10, 2025, which was revoked a few days later. We request him to explain why he canceled the memo, which requires the District Collector to identify the illegal Churches in each district.  Is he not interested in protecting the law-abiding Hindus and promoting the Christians who built thousands of churches illegally – WITHOUT TAKING PERMISSION from the District Collector. MEMO ISSUED ON February 10, 2025 MEMO No 271264 issued by K. Anand, the Commissioner of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development (PR&RD), has directed all District Panchayat Officers across the state’s 26 districts to investigate to find out whether the churches in their district were constructed with permission or without permission. If the churches are operating without permission, the Commissioner instructed them to take legal action under the Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Land Development (Layout and Building) Rules, 2002.  If Churches are operating illegally and were constructed without permission from the proper authorities, such as the District Collector, they should be removed, as per G.O. 67 and 376 issued on November 29, 2012. This is the law of Andhra Pradesh under the aegis of Panchayat Raj and the Rural Development Department. You have every right to enforce the law to remove all illegal Churches.  SHOCKING - Memo Withdrawn Within a few days, on March 5, 2025, the Commissioner of PR & RD issued another memo withdrawing the original order. It simply stated,” Based on the above matter, this secretariat is withdrawing the Memo No 2712164/CPR&RD/D8/2024.” 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 Covid-19 support, the Jagan Government gave one-time financial aid to 29,000 pastors from the 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 exact count of churches in Andhra Pradesh, there may be as many as 50,000 or more. 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.  Implement the Supreme Court Judgment Pawan Kalyan, the Minister for Panchayat Raj, must identify all illegal structures built without the District Collector's permission and implement the Supreme Court judgment. It says, “Authorities should investigate all the structures in their purview for their legitimacy and demolish all unauthorized structures. All the village Panchayats, Urban areas, and cities should start the investigation immediately to find out if structures are built without permission as per the law.” Since Pawan Kalyan is committed to protecting Sanatana Dharma, we are counting on him to stand up for his own commitment and passion to implement law and order. Let us remember once again what he said.  “If my Sanatana dharma is disturbed, I will come out. I will fight, and if necessary, I will sacrifice my life.”  Let us hope he will honor his words and fight for justice.  

In the heart of Bontiralla village, Dhone Mandal, Nandyal District there stands a testament to our ancient devotion—a 300-year-old Hanuman Temple. For centuries, this sacred site has been a spiritual anchor for the local community. However, over time, the structure succumbed to the elements and fell into a state of ruin. While the villagers held a deep desire to restore the temple to its former glory, financial constraints remained a major hurdle for years. Recognizing the urgent need for intervention, the villagers approached Mr. Tirupal (GHHF In-charge, Rayalaseema Zone) and Mr. Chiranjeevi (GHHF Activist, Nandyal District). Upon assessing the historical significance and the spiritual importance of the deity to the village, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) stepped forward to lead the reconstruction. We are pleased to announce that the restoration work has officially commenced.  Why Must We Protect Ancient Temples? * Guardians of Heritage: Ancient temples are not just structures of stone; they are the living history of our ancestors. They carry the energy, art, and architectural wisdom of centuries. * Cultural Identity: Our identity is deeply rooted in our traditions. Restoring a temple means restoring the pride and cultural soul of a village. * Spiritual Continuity: These shrines serve as centers for spiritual learning and social harmony. By preserving them, we ensure that the light of Sanatana Dharma continues to guide future generations. Our Mission and Your Role At the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, we are committed to the "Punaruddharana" (Restoration) of neglected and ancient temples across the country. However, the magnitude of this task requires collective effort. We have many such projects lined up, aimed at protecting our heritage from fading away. We invite the Hindu society to come forward and support these initiatives. Your contribution—whether through resources, time, or spreading the word—empowers us to take up many more such projects. Together, let us ensure that no temple is left in ruins and no village is left without its spiritual heart. Dharmo Rakshati Rakshitah! (Dharma protects those who protect it!) Please support these activities with your donations. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Payable to:  GHHF at 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1575}}

Ram Dass (April 6, 1931- December 22, 2019) was born Richard Alpert, the bright and personable scion of a wealthy, influential Jewish family. His father, George Alpert, a prominent Boston lawyer, helped found Brandeis University and was president of the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad. Alpert taught at Harvard in the '60s, joining his colleague Timothy Leary in "consciousness-raising" experiments. Unsatisfied by that research Alpert then traveled to India where he met a man, Neem Karoli Baba, who would become his Hindu guru. Alpert stayed on to study Hinduism with this master, was renamed Ram Dass, and subsequently came back to the States to spread word of new techniques for spiritual practice based on yoga and transcendental meditation using a repeated mantra, such as "Om. Richard Alpert’s experiences with Neem Karoli Baba (known as Maharaj-ji) in 1967 were life-altering, transforming him from a disgraced Harvard psychologist focused on LSD research into the spiritual teacher Ram Dass. The core of their relationship involved Alpert being "bathed in love," experiencing unconditional acceptance, and finding a spiritual guide who validated his experiences with higher consciousness.  Richard Alpert's experiences with the Indian saint Neem Karoli transformed him from a former Harvard psychology professor and psychedelic researcher into a spiritual teacher, known thereafter as Ram Dass. His experiences were marked by profound spiritual revelations, unconditional love, and a complete shift in his worldview.  Key Experiences and Transformative Moments: The Miraculous Revelation: In their first meeting, Neem Karoli Baba, without being told, revealed he knew intimate details about Alpert's life, specifically that he had been thinking about his deceased mother on a hill the previous night and that she died of "spleen" (spleen cancer). The LSD Test: Alpert, curious about the guru's power, gave Neem Karoli Baba large doses of LSD (915 μg total). The guru remained completely unaffected, showing no signs of intoxication, and told Alpert that a similar state could be achieved through meditation and living in that state permanently, leading Alpert to abandon psychedelics for meditation. Feeling "At Home" and Unconditional Love: Alpert described the feeling around Neem Karoli Baba as being "bathed in love and forgiveness". This, for the first time, gave him a sense of "home" and that his journey of seeking was over. Renaming to Ram Dass: Neem Karoli Baba gave Richard Alpert the name "Ram Dass," which translates to "Servant of God" or "Servant of Ram," signifying a shift from an ego-driven life to one of service. Shifting from Intellect to Heart: Alpert realized that Neem Karoli Baba allowed his devotees to open their hearts, fostering immense love for each other and for the divine. He noted, "It wasn't that he loved us, it was that when we were around him we loved him and each other so much".  Experience of touching the Forehead When Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji) touched Richard Alpert’s forehead (specifically tapping his third eye three times with his fourth finger) in 1967, it initiated a profound spiritual transformation, causing Alpert to feel a deep sense of "pure love," peace, and "home".  Immediately following the interaction, Alpert burst into tears because he felt as though his long spiritual journey was over and he had "come home". Alpert described himself as dazed, radiating, and unable to communicate normally immediately after the, describing it as being in another space. The touch, coupled with Maharaj-ji knowing intimate details about his mother's death (which Alpert had not told anyone), shattered his intellectual, skeptical persona. That moment on, the former Harvard professor dedicated his life to Neem Karoli Baba, transforming from a researcher of consciousness into a disciple, receiving the name Ram Dass ("Servant of God") shortly thereafter.  Ram Dass recalled that this experience was the culmination of a period of deep emotional and spiritual distress, marking his transition from the "ordinary waking swamp" to a life of service. Later life In February 1997, Ram Dass suffered a stroke which left him with expressive aphasia. However, he interprets his stroke as an act of grace and continues to travel giving lectures, as his health permits. When asked if he could sum up his life's message he replied, "I help people as a way to work on myself, and I work on myself to help people... To me, that's what the emerging game is all about." Ram Dass was awarded the Peace Abbey Courage of Conscience Award in August 1991.  Ram Dass is a vegetarian and has also acknowledged his bisexuality. In the 1990s, he became more forthcoming about sexuality while avoiding labels and asserting that who we are "isn't gay, and it's not not-gay, and it's not anything—it's just awareness." At 78, Ram Dass learned both that he had fathered a son when he was a 24-year-old at Stanford, and that he was now a grandfather.  Impact on Alpert "Be Here Now": These experiences were documented in Alpert’s book, Be Here Now, which became a cornerstone of spiritual literature in the West. Alpert gave up his former lifestyle, dedicated his life to sharing the teachings of his guru, and returned to the West to promote a path of love and service.  “The Only Dance There is” is one of the powerful books he wrote about how insignificant human life is. He says we are playing to the tune of the Almighty. We are all delusion thinking that we are doing everything. We never realize how our ego shrouds our true nature. We are dancing to the tune of God. He gives several examples where he was shocked to find out how Maharaj was in control of his movements and life.  He has written more than 25 books.  {{album_1574}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to report that we have been conducting activities in the Silchar area of Assam for more than 5 years. Samrat Dutt, a Board Member of GHHF, spends significant time coordinating activities. He submitted this report for March 2026. 1. On the auspicious occasion of Sri Ramanavami,   GHHF Udharbond unit organized one Hindu Jagran Sabha. More than 500 Hindus participated. After the Sabha khichdi prasadam distributed. Avishek Chanda- Hindu Yuva Manch coordinator and Swapna Paul- Tejaswini in charge were shared the stage as they spoke about importance of Rama Navami. He spoke about Hindutva and duty of Hindus towards their religion. He reminded Hindus to cherish the values of Lord Rama, emulate his character, appreciate his devotion to his parents and the discipline he practiced during his early years in the Guru’s Ashram. 2. GHHF Village committee formed in Labak village to tackle love jihad, land jihad. Love Jihad is prevalent in Assam. Our cadets are knocking on the doors of Hindu houses and giving them a Booklet on love jihad. It is to be noted that we printed 5000 booklets on Love Jihad, and 2200 books have already been distributed amongst Hindus. 3. To expand the network of GHHF activities, Samrat visited Jirighat and our GHHF worker Tapan Das conducted a meeting in Jiribam. Jirighat is the last village of Assam and Jiribam is the first village of Manipur. We formed village committees there. Jirighat is 57 km away from Silchar and Jiribam is 62.5 km away from Silchar. 4. Like every year, this year also *Hindu New Year (Gudi Padwa) * was celebrated by Bala Samskar students of Assam by drawing Rangoli at their houses. 5. Despite heavy rain GHHF workers Panku Rajbhar and Tapan Das organized a meeting in Dilkhoos village with an aim to start GHHF activities there. This village is surrounded by Muslims and northern part is dominated by Christian missionaries. A fruitful discussion was held with the villagers. 6. Visited the Bangladeshi Hindu refugees camp at Malinibeel and distributed stationery items like notebooks, pen etc. amongst children there. During NRC verification Hindu advocates forum helped them to get their names enrolled in NRC. We are now working to enrollment the names of Bangladeshi Hindus under the CAA. It's a long process but we are committed to this job. We have a team of Hindu youths in this village. They are working for the upliftment of these Bangladeshi Hindus who came to Bharat due to religious persecution. 7. Holi celebrated by all the Bala Sanskar Kendras of Assam. Please support these activities with your donations. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Payable to:  GHHF at 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1573}}  

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035 www.savetemples.org;  email: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com; Phone; +1 601-918-7111  April 3, 2026 Honorable Sri Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati, AP & Honorable Sri Pawan Kalyan, Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati, AP Dear Sirs: Subject: Demolish all 113 known illegal structures in Akividu Village and Akividu Mandal as per the law of Bharat. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been sending several letters regarding the illegal structures, the judgments ordering their demolition in Tirupati, and the Supreme Court judgment on the need to demolish illegal structures. GHHF has not received any response from either of you for whatever reasons you may be aware of. That non-response speaks volumes about your statements that you will protect and preserve Hindu Temples and Hindus from being attacked by Missionaries. Now, looking at what has happened to the Honorable Sri Raghuram Ramakrishna Raju, the Deputy Speaker, you should have been surprised, or you may not be. Every village in Andhra Pradesh, every Hindus is a target by missionaries, almost ever State official ignores the law and order by supporting the Christians, the Police Department and Mandal officers join hand to threaten the Hindu who are upholding the law and order, threatening and beating Hindus for refusing to obey the illegal pressures from state official, police department and almost all the Politicians for their vote bank politics. This is enough to give you the plight of Hindus in Andhra Pradesh. They are pushed against the wall and put into years of imprisonment by filing the Atrocities Act. Can you imagine a Deputy Speaker is not even allowed to enter the Lord Rama Temple in Akividu, not allowed to offer garlands to Ram Pariwara. Also, imagine what is happening to Hindus in all the villages in Andhra Pradesh. All the assembled Hindus were attacked on Rama Navami Day (March 27, 2026) by converted Christians with nails, knives, and stones. Some of the Hindus were hospitalized, and some of them suffered injuries and bruises. I am sure you are aware of the Supreme Court judgment on April 30, 2025, which emphatically requires all states to demolish all illegal structures. GHHF sent this judgment to both of you. Unfortunately, you both have totally ignored the Supreme Court decree as if it were nothing. Because of your indifference to the Supreme Court judgment and open statements to support the converted Christians with respect to their caste, they have become emboldened to attack even the Deputy Speaker of Andhra Pradesh. Our Request Following the Supreme Court's decision to demolish the illegal structures, GHHF requests that you take the necessary action to do so. The following is the list of illegal Churches, to our knowledge, in Akividu Village.               Also, the number of illegal structures in a few of the villages in Akividu Mandal. There are about 84 Villages in the Mandal, and we found another 84 Churches in select villages. Details of Unauthorized Churches in Akividu Town Ward-wise Information 1) Ward No. 1 – Madivada; Pastor Name: Peter Cell Number: 9247673888 2) Ward No. 1 – Madivada; Pastor Name: B. Chinna Cell Number: 9951604651 3) Ward No. 1 – Madivada; Pastor Name: Sagar Cell Number: 9440595958 4) Ward No. 2 – Janaki Nagar; Name: Madhavi; Note: Caste calling, Woman Police Cell Number: 7842777425 5) Ward No. 5 – Santa Market, beside drinking water pond, Old Seetharama Rice Mill Street Pastor Name: Jangam Nehru; Caste: BC-C Christian Cell Number: 8019997828 6) Ward No. 5 – Bible Mission Church; Pastor Name: Prasanna Kumar; Caste: BC-C Christian Cell Number: 7794962777 7) Ward No. 6 – Santa Market, Illapu Vari Street Pastor Name: (Not Available) 8) Ward No. 6 – Bypass Road, Canal Bund; Church: Prasad Raju’s Church 9) Ward No. 8 – Anala Cheruvu Bund; Pastor Name: Prasad Raju; Caste: SC Mala 10) Ward No. 8 – Behind Big Church; Church: Chikatipalli Venkanna Church; Pastor Name: Chikatipalli Venkanna (Alias Yesu Ratnam) Cell Number: 9866219028 11) Ward No. 10 – Matta Vari Street; Pastor Name: Kollati Deevena Raju; Caste: Agnikula Kshatriya 12) Ward No. 10 – Matta Vari Street;  Pastor Name: Koppanati Narasimha Rao; Caste: Agnikula Kshatriya Cell Number: 9949312534 13) Ward No. 10 – Daily Market Road, Jammavari Street; Pastor Name: Gontla Kanaka Raja Rao; Caste: Arya Vysya Cell Number: 9849736000 14) Ward No. 10 – Ganganamma Kodu Street; Pastor Name: G. Raja Rao Cell Number: 9948431619 15) Ward No. 12 – Bhimavaram Road, backside of Adarsha School, in front of Rohitha Cultural Club; Pastor Name: Kappala John Suvarna Raju; Caste: BC-C Christian Cell Number: 9347577727 16) Ward No. 12 – Same Address; Pastor Name: Pasani Rambabu; Caste: OC Kapu Cell Number: 9866428277 17) Ward No. 13 – Srinagar Colony; Pastor Name: Ismail Battu Cell Number: 9010981558 18) Ward No. 16 – Puchchala Debba, Siddapuram Road, below bridge; Pastor Name: John Prakash 19) Ward No. 17 – Sundarayya Colony, Chenchupeta; Pastor Name: James 20) Ward No. 17 – End of Samata Nagar; Pastor Name: Elia Cell Number: 9866103033 21) Ward No. 17 – Santa Nagar; Pastor Name: Daniel Summary of Unauthorized Churches Akividu Town Total:  29 Villages in Akividu Mandal: 84 Total Churches: 113 ______________________________ Village-wise Distribution 1. Pedakapavaram – 8 2. Chinna Kapavaram – 8 3. Gummuluru – 5 4. Apparaopeta – 2 5. Taratava – 3 6. Kollaparru – 10 7. Rajulapeta – (Not Specified) 8. Kalinga Gudem – (Not Specified) 9. Chinna Millipadu – (Not Specified) 10. Siddapuram – 9 11. Dumpagadapa – 10 12. Mandapadu – 4 13. Cherukumilli – 9 14. Ayibhimavaram – 3 15. Kuppanapudi – 9 16. Ajamuru – 4 Grand Total Churches: 113 We are sure that there are more illegal structures than those we listed. It could be in several hundred Churches being operated without proper approvals from the authorities. Please confirm this information from the Akividu Panchayat and the Akividu Mandal Officer. If you both would like to represent all the people in the State, all the religions in the State, and if you would like to follow the Law and Order of Andhra Pradesh, and if you both respect the Supreme Court of Bharat, please demolish these illegal structures mentioned above immediately. Time is the essence. Your sincerity and respect for law and order are online. People of Andhra Pradesh are waiting for your bold, courageous, and righteous decision to act in accordance with the law of the land. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing the enforcement of law and order. Dhanyavad Prakasarao Velagapudi, PhD President, GHHF +1 601-918-7111                                                                         Copy to:  Speaker of the State                                                                                                        All Ministers.

The Allahabad High Court decreed in March 2026 that stating “Jesus is the only Way”; could be construed as an offence under Section 295A of the Indian Penal Code if it hurts the religious sentiments of others. The ruling, issued in March 2026 in the case of Rev. Fr. Vineet Vincent Perera, highlights that exclusive religious claims can prima facie be treated as the denigration of other faiths in secular India. According to the FIR, the applicant allegedly conducted prayer meetings where he frequently stated that Christianity is the only religion, thereby hurting the sentiments of a particular religion, i.e. Hindu. The FIR was registered in 2023 at Muhammadabad police station in Mau district of Uttar Pradesh.  The application was filed by Father Vineet Vincent Pereira under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), seeking quashing of the chargesheet, cognizance order and entire proceedings in the case. The Allahabad High Court has refused to quash a case against a Catholic priest, asking him to face trial over allegations that his statements during prayer meetings hurt religious sentiments. The court refused to quash an FIR against the priest, who was accused of repeatedly stating in prayer meetings that Christianity is the only true religion. According to the court’s reasoning, making such claims of exclusivity is sufficient grounds to proceed with a case at the initial stage. Under Indian law, any individual can file a complaint if they feel their religious sentiments have been hurt, leaving the police and courts to determine if a prima facie case exists. However, previous Supreme Court rulings, including the 1957 Ramji Lal Modi case and subsequent clarifications in 2017, emphasize that Section 295A targets aggravated insults made with deliberate and malicious intent, rather than accidental or purely doctrinal expressions. Justice Srivastava, at the outset, stressed that India is a land where people of all faiths and beliefs in a secular state, as defined by the Constitution of India, live together. The court observed, “it is wrong for any religion to claim that it is the only true religion as it implies a disparagement of other faiths.” While many Hindus view Christianity’s claims of exclusivity as inherently intolerant of pluralism, Christians consider it an uncompromising core of their faith. India’s Section 295A provides a specific legal mechanism for “hurt sentiments”; complaints, which can lead to arrest, trial, or harassment regardless of the eventual verdict. In general, propagating one’s religion, even if it involves claims of exclusivity, is protected under Article 25 of the Constitution, subject to public order, morality, and health. Proving malicious intent remains difficult if a statement is made privately, within a church, or as part of genuine evangelism without ridiculing other faiths. The aggressive public declarations in the presence of other communities, other faiths, or in contexts of pressurized conversion, carry a much higher legal risk. In such scenarios, the likelihood of an FIR being quashed at an early stage is low, as courts typically avoid conducting a mini trial during the initial proceedings. Although a large number of illiterate Hindus get converted to Christianity, it is very difficult to prove. Every rational person would ask, how can a person who cannot read, write or understand, get converted to other religions overnight. Nobody can answer that question. It is also logical to conclude that some kind of allurement has taken place for these gullible Hindus to get converted, even though it is exceedingly difficult to prove. While the investigation found no evidence of forced religious conversion, the court noted that statements criticizing other religions could still fall within the ambit of Section 295A, which deals with deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings.

In an era where modern trends often overshadow ancient traditions, a profound manifestation of Vedic culture and filial piety unfolded in Konapuram village. Organized by the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF), the 'Pada Puja' (Feet Worship) ceremony was not merely an event, but a spiritual awakening that sowed the seeds of character and 'Samskara' in the tender hearts of children. The village of Brahmasamudram Mandal witnessed a breathtaking sight as the children of Bala Samskara Kendra paid a divine tribute to their parents, upholding the timeless values of Sanatana Dharma. The program commenced in a sanctified atmosphere with prayers to Goddess Saraswati, as the air resonated with the sacred shlokas and devotional hymns recited by the children. The most moving moment of the day arrived when nearly 40 children, with utmost devotion, washed their parents' feet with holy water. As those tiny hands offered turmeric and kumkum to the feet that guide them through life, tears of joy welled up in the eyes of the parents. This sacred bond was further strengthened as the parents placed their hands on their children's heads, blessing them with health, wisdom, and a prosperous future. A highlight of the ceremony was when each mother personally adorned her child with a Rudraksha mala, symbolizing a divine shield of protection for their journey ahead. Speaking on the occasion, Pracharak Arjun Garu eloquently explained the deep spiritual significance of Padha Puja, emphasizing that parents are the first visible deities for a child. Hanumanthu Garu shared the noble mission and objectives of GHHF, while Gopi Krishna Garu and Anil Kumar Garu apprised the villagers of the organization's tireless efforts in Dharma Raksha across the Kalyandurg constituency. With over 140 villagers standing witness, this ceremony transcended a simple ritual and became a beacon of inspiration for the entire community. The village elders lauded the selfless services of the Bala Samskara Kendras, noting that they are not just teaching lessons from books, but are sculpting the character of the next generation.  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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MqDFx8c9TU

March 27th stands etched as a golden chapter in the spiritual history of Guntur city. On the auspicious occasion of Sri Rama Navami, a massive Shobhayatra was organized under the aegis of Sri Rama Utsava Samithi, radiating devotion and cultural splendor. The yatra commenced at 04:12 PM from the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Mani Hotel Center, Old Guntur, amidst an atmosphere filled with spiritual fervor. The event was inaugurated by distinguished dignitaries, Hon'ble Justice Boppudi Krishna Mohan (High Court of Andhra Pradesh) and Hon'ble Justice Sai Kalyan Chakravarthi (District Main Judge, Guntur), whose presence inspired and energized thousands of devotees. More than 7,000 Hindu brothers and sisters participated in this grand procession. The streets of Guntur echoed with the powerful chants of “Jai Shri Ram.” Covering a distance of approximately 12.5 kilometers—from Old Guntur to the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Gorantla—the entire route turned into a vibrant sea of saffron flags. The procession featured four magnificently decorated chariots and three massive DJ systems that elevated the spiritual energy throughout the journey. Traditional performances such as Kolatam and martial arts displays like Karra Samu added a rich touch of heritage and valor to the event. The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) played a pivotal role in ensuring the grand success of this historic Shobhayatra. Notably, Rajesh Thunuguntla , National Secretary of GHHF Bharat and a member of the Board of Directors of GHHF USA, along with his dedicated team, meticulously supervised and coordinated every aspect of the event. Despite the long journey lasting until 10:00 PM, the devotion and enthusiasm of the participants remained unwavering. At the conclusion of the yatra, Anna Prasadam was served to thousands of devotees, who partook in the meal with deep devotion and gratitude. Thanks to the seamless coordination of the Sri Rama Utsava Samithi and the strategic execution by the GHHF team, the Shobhayatra concluded successfully without any hurdles—leaving a lasting spiritual imprint on the hearts of all who witnessed and participated in this divine celebration {{album_1572}}