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[GHHF] Appreciation Day to Celebrate the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma – Organize 16 programs in ten States in Bharat? November 8th – Mark your calendar.

We request your presence at the “Celebrate the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma” program organized by Global Hindu Heritage Foundation to highlight its activities. 

27 Oct 2025

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[GHHF] Appreciation Day to Celebrate the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma – Organize 16 programs in ten States in Bharat? November 8th – Mark your calendar.

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
27 Oct 2025

Dear Sri Pawan Garu Implement Supreme Court Judgment to demolish unauthorised structures; Secure the list of unauthorised structures in Andhra and act immediately.

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
26 Oct 2025

[GHHF] A Continuous Journey in Hindu Dharma Prachar: Bhagawan Nama on Houses in 506 Villages

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}}
25 Oct 2025

[GHHF] Igniting the Spiritual Flame: "Dhoopa-Deepa-Naivedyam" Kits for Neglected Temples.

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}}  
24 Oct 2025

[GHHF] The First Step Towards Dharma Awakening: Mic Set to the Rekulagunta Anjaneya Swamy Temple!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayDo5b243mo As part of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation's ongoing efforts to protect Hindu Dharma and culture, we are providing vital energy to small temples. Recently, a mic set was handed over to the Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Rekulagunta village, Dhone Mandal, Nandyal district. This is the only temple in the village. Even though it was constructed six years ago, the temple did not have a mic set until now. After our Global Hindu Heritage Foundation activists started programs in this village, they encouraged the locals, explaining that focusing the activities around the temple would bring about religious awakening. The villagers showed enthusiasm to conduct bhajans and other spiritual programs. We hope that the mic set we have provided will further support these activities and enhance the atmosphere of devotion and Dharma awakening in the village. Benefits of Mic Sets - Supporting Devotion: Dharma Awakening: Bhajans and discourses, when clearly audible, will fill the entire village with spirituality. Result of Activists' Efforts: The programs initiated by encouraging the villagers will be further expanded with this mic set. Protection of Culture: Small temples and solitary temples are the root centers of our culture. This support is greatly needed for them. This Great Endeavor is Possible Only with Your Philanthropy! This program continues only with the support of donors like you. Currently, we have requests for mic sets from over 20 small temples. If you come forward and donate a mic set, it will be presented to the temple in your name.  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
23 Oct 2025

[GHHF] Celebrating the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma – Appreciation Day, November 8th – Mark your calendar.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is organizing the “Celebrate the Spirit of Sanatana Dharma” program 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)    Appreciate the support of people who contributed to GHHF over the last 19 years. 2)    Review all the major activities being conducted in Bharat and Bangladesh. 3)    Highlight the significant events being conducted at the ground level in Bharata 4)    Talk about 16 major activities being conducted at the ground level. 5)    Future plans to serve our Sanatana Dharma  Contac information: Chandra 972-689-9145; Prashant 323-365-4124; Chandu 469-463-4556  {{album_1471}}
22 Oct 2025

[GHHF] 'Who Can Change the Roots?' - The Power of Kollapuramma Goddess in Hulikallu: A Wondrous Event Where Even Converts Welcomed the Goddess!

Anantapuram District: The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) extended its support for the renovation of the historically significant Kollapuramma Goddess Temple in the SC Colony of Hulikallu Village, Kalyanadurgam Mandal, in the district. On behalf of the organization, we presented the villagers with a new idol of the Kollapuramma Goddess for consecration in the newly constructed temple. Temple Background - Locals' Fight for Dharma Protection: The Kollapuramma Goddess Temple has existed in Hulikallu village for a very long time. Initially a small temple with a wooden idol, it became dilapidated over time. Unfortunately, this area was also touched by the disease of religious conversion. About 70% of the Hindus residing in the colony were converted due to inducements. Yet, the remaining 30% of Hindu brothers did not abandon their roots or their Dharma. They worked hard and with determination to reconstruct the dilapidated temple. As they were waiting for donors to provide an idol for consecration in the newly built temple, GHHF stood by them. GHHF's Efforts - Beginning with Dharma Prachar: Some time ago, our GHHF activists reached Hulikallu village. As part of the Dharma protection programs undertaken by GHHF, we had completed door-to-door Dharma Prachar here as well. We painted the 'Bhagawan Nama' on every house and established a Village Committee. During this process, the Hindus in the SC Colony contacted our activists and expressed their desire for an idol consecration. Recognizing the danger of conversion there and the commitment to Dharma by the locals, GHHF immediately decided to start the work. At their request, we provided them with the new idol of the Goddess. A Miracle Unfolds - The Arrival of the Goddess: The joy of the villagers knew no bounds when they learned that the idol of the Kollapuramma Goddess was arriving in the village. A festive atmosphere prevailed throughout the village. The idol of the Goddess was placed on a tractor and taken from the village outskirts to the temple in a magnificent procession. A great miracle occurred during this festival. Every household welcomed the Goddess. It is noteworthy that even those who had converted due to allurements, unable to forget their roots, participated in the procession and welcomed the Goddess. This incident once again proved the adage, 'Who can change the roots of the Hindus?' Thus, the Goddess reached the temple. The Vigraha Pratishtha (consecration ceremony) of the Kollapuramma Goddess will be performed soon after finding an auspicious time. GHHF's Goal - The Work Has Just Begun: Our work at GHHF is not complete just by providing the Goddess's idol. In fact, the true Dharma protection and Hindu revival program in this area has just begun. With the blessings of the Kollapuramma Goddess added to the religious activities we will undertake, we hope that a new glory for Hindu Dharma will emerge in Hulikallu.  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_1470}}
21 Oct 2025

Two Proclamations issued in Texas during Diwali Celebrations recognizing the contributions of Indian Americans. 

Ethos Foundation and Richwoods Community in Frisco Texas organized Diwali celebrations attended by more than 400 people. The occasion was filled with a number of cultural activities where many youngsters demonstrated their talent by performing dances and singing.   Two proclamations recognizing the contributions of Hindu Community was issued by Matta Shaheen and another one by Keresa Richardson. Mrs. Richardson read the Proclamation on the stage in the presence of Chris Hill, the Collin County Judge since 2018, Police Department from Frisco, Prakasarao Velagapudi, Muniraj Janagarajan , Srikant Konda Reddy and others. Kond Srikant Reddy who worked hard to make the Diwali function a great success, expressed his heartfelt thanks for issuing the Proclamation for Diwali Awareness Day on October 20, 2025. He said that their recognition of this important festival is a meaningful gesture that honors the traditions, heritage, and contributions of Indian Americans across Texas. He was grateful for the two House of Representatives for their leadership and for taking the time to celebrate and spotlight a festival cherished by so many families. He said that their generosity and engagement will make a lasting impact on Hindu community. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and hopes 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. Speaking on the occasion, Prakasarao Velagapudi, President of Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, talked about the significance of Diwali and why do we celebrate. He mentioned that on this day, 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. Also, Pandavas appeared from their 12 years of banishment because of their defeat in 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. It is also to celebrate the birth of Goddess Lakshmi Devi.  The proclamations recognized the contribution of Indian Americans for greatly enriching the area’s cultural, civic, and economic activity; for embracing the values of mutual respect and harmony, for stressing the essential role of the family in building a strong community foundation, for sharing a rich cultural heritage that strengthens the diversity and vibrancy of the Collin county, and for instilling moral character in the next generation to prepare them as good citizens and effective leaders.  We all want to thank Konda Srikant Reddy and his team for organizing the Diwali, the festival of Light, getting the whole community involved, giving opportunity for children to demonstrate their talents on the stage and providing an occasion for people to meet as a Hindu community.  Wishing a very Diwali to all.  {{album_1469}}
20 Oct 2025

[GHHF] Shattering Two Decades of Deceit! Exposing Biblical Falsehoods: Sadashivarao and Dhanalakshmi Couple's Ghar Wapsi!

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBsDq-yqdl0 After being trapped in the allure of Christianity for nearly 20 years, Sadashivarao and Dhanalakshmi, a couple from Guntur district, broke free from the illusion of the conversion mafia and proudly returned to their Mother Dharma, Hinduism, thanks to the initiative of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF). Dhanalakshmi Garu, who had immense devotion for Lord Shiva since childhood, started attending the Thota Church in Pedakakani, Guntur, since 2005, under the common secular Hindu illusion that 'all religions are the same,' but she did not take baptism. The story of this couple exemplifies how meticulously the Christian mafia operates. In 2009, when Dhanalakshmi Garu suffered an accident and was in the ICU for 15 days, some Christians exploited her husband Sadashivarao Garu's vulnerability. They instilled fear in him, saying, "If your wife is to survive, you must believe in Jesus," and secretly gave him baptism. After Dhanalakshmi Garu recovered, they went to her and played mind games, saying, "You survived only because of Jesus." They were careful not to let her know about her husband's baptism for a long time. This incident once again proves that these conversion forces are adept at trapping one person without the other's knowledge and creating discord in family bonds. Eventually, Dhanalakshmi Garu was also given baptism. After converting to Christianity and attending church, the teachings and certain elements in the Bible did not give Dhanalakshmi Garu peace of mind. Every time she expressed doubts, the pastors began blackmailing her, "threatening her in the name of Jesus," saying, "if you revert to Hinduism, your family will be destroyed," and "the wrath of Jehovah will come upon you." At this crucial juncture, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) stepped in. Damodara Srinivas Garu from Guntur and the GHHF National General Secretary, Rajesh Garu, personally spoke with the couple. Rajesh Garu, by making them read several passages from the Bible themselves, provided them with a complete understanding of the facts. Moreover, he explained about many families who had previously been lured by religious temptations but returned to Hindu Dharma through GHHF, and how happy they are now. This counseling and the courage instilled through facing the facts completely removed the fear from their hearts. The Shuddhi (Ghar Wapsi) ceremony was grandly organized by GHHF. Pundit Ravi Garu scientifically conducted the puja rituals and welcomed them back to the Mother Dharma. GHHF activists Saketh and Karimullah took responsibility and successfully completed this historic program. As the couple's nearly 20-year association with Christianity concluded, Sadashivarao and Dhanalakshmi returned to their native Sanatana Hindu Dharma and found peace of mind. This incident once again makes it clear how dangerous a lack of awareness about religious matters is in the name of "secularism." Every Hindu family must awaken to prevent such dangers. Ghar Wapsi is not a conversion; it is our return to our roots, our heritage. GHHF continues such programs across the country. If there are families around you who are being targeted by religious allurements, immediately contact GHHF activists. "Every Hindu must awaken! Know your Dharma, your Gods, and your Culture." "Jai Sri Ram! Om Namah Shivaya!"  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
19 Oct 2025

[GHHF] Bala Samskar Kendra Students learned about Dr. Abdul Kalam: How a paper became the President of India

Bala Samskar Kendras talked about Dr A P L Abdul Kalam, who was born on October 15, 1931, in the pilgrimage center of Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu. His father, Jainulabdeen Marakayar, was a boat owner and imam of a local mosque; his mother, Ashiamma, was a housewife. His father owned a ferry that took Hindu pilgrims back and forth between Rameswaram and Dhanushkodi. As a young boy, he sold newspapers in order to add to the family's meager income.  From a Little Paper Boy to the Head of the Nation A long time ago, Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was born into a poor family in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. His father rented out boats. Due to poverty in his childhood, he used to sell newspapers to help his family while continuing his studies. From a young age, he had a great passion for education and for flying airplanes in the sky. It was then that he decided to dream a big dream. Young Abdul Kalam completed his Engineering degree and dreamt of becoming a pilot in the Air Force. He worked very hard for this dream, wrote the exams, and attended the interview. But only nine people were required for those posts, and Kalam was in the tenth position. That meant he failed to achieve his dream. Kalam became very disappointed. Saddened by the failure of his dream, he met Swami Sivananda near the Himalayas one day and shared his grief. Swami Sivananda gave Kalam a crucial piece of advice: "Do not be disheartened if what you are striving for is not attained. This failure is an indication that God has reserved a different, greater goal for you. Give peace to your mind. Look for the greatness within you elsewhere." Hearing these words brought a new strength to Kalam. He shifted his focus and began working in the field of science. It was then that he found great mentors like Professor Vikram Sarabhai. Inspired by them, he started developing missile systems and satellites for our nation. Due to Kalam's efforts, India was able to create missiles like Agni and Prithvi. Therefore, the nation proudly called him the 'Missile Man of India'. Kalam used to read the Bhagavad Gita as well as the sacred Tamil text, Thirukkural. The principle of 'Karma Yoga' (performing actions without attachment to the results) from the Bhagavad Gita deeply influenced his life and his work as a scientist. He had a special reverence for the Second Chapter of the Bhagavad Gita and often quoted its essence. Furthermore, he lived his entire life like a Karma Yogi, serving the nation until the very end. He served as the 11th President of our country and became an inspiration to millions. Whether in office or not, he always preferred to be among children and students. He always encouraged children, saying, "Dream big. Those dreams turn into thoughts. Those thoughts turn into actions and give you success." In 2015, he breathed his last while delivering a lecture to students. This means that until his last moment, he was dedicated to inspiring students. Teacher Tasks Discussion After the Story (Analysis): ●    What advice did Swami Sivananda give to Kalam when he failed? ●    What is 'Karma Yoga'? (Explain to the children that it means doing our duty sincerely and lovingly, without worrying about the results.) ●    How did Kalam practice 'Karma Yoga' in his work as a Missile Scientist? (Explain that his goal was to serve the nation, not to seek money or fame. Mention that he worked with renewed enthusiasm every time he faced a failure.) Expression of Thought (Creativity): ●    Duty Role-Play: Children should state their daily duty (e.g., homework, cleaning the house, helping elders). They should then role-play how they perform that duty without expecting a reward (without attachment to the result). Practical Action (Implementation): ●    Enjoying the Process: This week, children should choose a difficult task given by their parents/teacher and try to complete it by only enjoying the work/process, without thinking about what the outcome will be. Service Pledge: Every morning, take a pledge saying: "Today, I will do one selfless act (without expecting anything in return)." 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_1468}}
18 Oct 2025