H.H. ShriMatajiNirmala Devi Sahaja Yoga Trust JAI SHRI MATAJI INTERNATIONAL DIWALI (SHRI MAHALAKSHMI) PUJA 2016 AND SAHAJA MARRIAGES 04 TH November to 06 TH November 2016 at Jaipur, Rajasthan. ShriMahalakshmi It s the day of Mahalakshmi Puja night, not only of Lakshmi Puja; there s a difference between the two. Mahalakshmi is one of the main powers of Adi Shakti. As you know: Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati, Mahakali. Now these powers have powers at a material level also, at a subtler level also. So Mahalakshmi power is achieved after Lakshmi power, as you know. There are eight powers of Lakshmi. This Lakshmi was born or came out of the sea, the great sea, which was churned thousands and thousands of years back. And She came out of the sea because She is the daughter of the sea. That's why She's called as Neeraja. Neera means 'water' and ja means 'born out of.' This has happened thousands and thousand years back that She was born. So what is that? What is this Lakshmi? See symbolically, what is it expressing? It is expressing the awareness. Lakshmi expresses awareness, and She came out of the sea, you know that; the awareness first started growing in the sea. The life started existing in the sea, to begin with, and then it grew out. Without the life there is no awareness. First the life, because everything is jarda, everything is dead, and when it becomes life it means it has awareness. So the awareness started growing in the sea H.H.ShriMatajiNirmala Devi, extract from ShriMahalakshmi Puja, Hampstead, London, 9/11/80 With the Blessings of Her Holiness ShriMataji, Diwali Puja is being organised in Jaipur at International Level from 04 TH Nov. to 6 TH Nov. 2016. 1
As you are already aware, Rajasthan is one of the most picturesque States in India and Jaipur being its capital, has its own place in history. ShriMataji has also visited Jaipur on a number of occasions. Weather during Diwali Puja periods remains Pleasant.However, it is better to bring light winter clothing. Our Beloved Mother has always showered her blessings especially on Rajasthan, be it spiritually or otherwise. Spiritually, Mother has taken Her birth twice in Rajasthan in the past, once as ShriGangaur and second time as Sati Mata. Mother s fore-fathers belonged to Chittorgarh in Rajasthan and they were from SISODIA dynasty. Mother has narrated all this in her speeches. Jaipur also has the distinction of being blessed with a Sahaj public School which was inaugurated by ShriMataji on 26 th November 2010. The school is situated at Mansarovar. Childrens of Sahaj Public school performing in front of ShriMataji At Jaipur School Campus 2
Marriages are also being performed during this period. Internationally also, Sahaja Yogis/Yoginis are invited to be informed about the Marriages so that if they are willing to come to India and celebrate their wedding in majestic way, they can also send their applications for Marriages at the earliest. Grand Marriage Celebration Pics( Deepawali Puja 2015 at Jaipur ) 3
Grooms at their Best 4
We the Sahaja Yogis from Rajasthan and India invite thesahaja Yogi brothers and sisters from the World over to come to Jaipur and be a part of Diwali Puja Celebrations/Seminar and enjoy the collective Puja and the Divine vibrations of our Beloved Mother. 5
** SEMINAR SCHEDULE** VENUE: OPPOSITE MAHARSHI ARVIND INSTITUTE, V.T. ROAD, SHIPRA PATH, MANSAROVAR, JAIPUR International Diwali Puja and Marriage Celebrations at Jaipur (Rajasthan)- from 04 TH November to 06 TH November 2016 03rd November 2016 (Thursday) Arrival &Registration Hawan 9:00 AM onwards 05.30 PM,Evening Seminar Day 1 04 TH November 2016 (Friday) Morning Meditation 06:00 AM Breakfast 08:00 AM TO 09:30 AM Announcements of Marriages 09:30 AM TO 10:30 AM Morning Session 10:30 AM TO 01:30 PM Lunch Session 01:30 PM TO 02:30 PM Evening Session 03:00 PM TO 05:30 PM Musical evening, cultural programme and 07:30 PM TO 10:00 PM Mehandi Dinner 09:30 PM TO 10:30 PM Seminar Day 2 05 TH November 2016 (Saturday) Morning Meditation 06:00 AM Haldi& Breakfast 08:00 AM TO 10:00 AM Morning Session 10:30 AM TO 01:30 PM Lunch Session 01:30 PM TO 02:30 PM Medical Session & Question Answer 03:30 PM TO 05:00 PM Ganesh &GauriPujan 05:30 PM TO 06:00 PM Departure of Barat 06:30 PM Swagat of Barat 07:00 PM Marriages 07:00 PM Musical evening & Cultural Program After Marriages Dinner 10:00 PM Seminar Day 3 06 TH November 2016( Sunday) Morning Meditation 06:00 AM Breakfast 08:00 AM TO 09:30 AM Importance of Puja & Puja Protocols 10:00 AM TO 11:00 AM Lunch Session 01:00 PM TO 02:00 PM Puja 04:30 PM Musical evening & Cultural Program After Puja 6
Date Adults Rs. **SEMINAR EXPENSES** Yuva Shakti Children (from 12yrs. To 25yrs.) (From 6 yrs. To 12yrs.) Rs. Rs. Upto 15 th Oct. 1900 1400 800 AT Puja Site 2100 1600 1000 *** MODE OF PAYMENT OF SEMINAR EXPENSES*** The Bank details for deposit of Seminar expenses is as under: Name of Bank : PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK, Branch : Vishwakarma Industrial Area Branch, Jaipur Account Name : SAHAJ MAHOTSAV Account No. : 3906000100043408 IFSC Code : PUNB0390600 OR Seminar expenses can also be sent through Bank Draft in favourof SAHAJ MAHOTSAV, payable at Jaipur. Please send the DD at the following address H.H. ShriMatajiNirmala Devi Sahaja Yoga Trust Rajasthan, MandirMarg, behind Community Centre, NearTakshilaBusiness School, Near Patel Marg, Sector No. 9,Mansarover, Jaipur-302020 However, Payment by draft should be considered as the last option, if CBS branch is not available nearby. It has been observed that some drafts are lost in transit or received quite late leading to inconvenience to organizers and yogis. Payment through CTS 2010 approved Multi City Cheques are also acceptable. Note: 1. All are requested to send complete information of Seminar Amount, Deposited in Bank OR sent through bank DD should be filled up in the format as Annexure 1 (Attached) and mail at the following Email ID. deepawalipuja2015@gmail.com OR By FAX on 0141-2331149 OR By post at:- H.H. ShriMatajiNirmala Devi Sahaja Yoga Trust Rajasthan,MandirMarg, behind Community Centre, NearTakshilaBusiness School, Near Patel Marg, Sector No.9,Mansarover, Jaipur-302020 2. For Seminar Amount deposited in groups, Badges will be handed over to one person at one time only. 3. All Sahaja Yogis/Yoginis are requested to kindly send their Seminar Amount before 15 th October 2016, so that proper arrangements can be made at Seminar and Puja site. 4. Children below six years are free. 7
***GENERAL AND SITE LOCATION INFORMATION*** a) Jaipur is well connected through Road, Railway and Air as Jaipur is a Tourist Hub of India and is having Domestic and International Airports. b) Jaipur is only 258 Kms from Delhi, connected through NH-8, and is well connected to other States by various National Highways, Train routes and Air. c) Puja site is located Opp. MaharshiArvind Institute, V.T. Road, Shipra Path, Mansarowar in Jaipur. d) Puja site is only 8 Km from Jaipur railway station, only 9 Km from Jaipur bus stand (Sindhi Camp) and 5 Km from Jaipur International Airport. Local conveyance/public Transport is easily available from all sides of Jaipur. e) A reception point shall be made at the Jaipur Railway Station/Bus stand and Airport. f) There are many hotels in Jaipur. Yogis wishing to stay in hotels can email their request to deepawalipuja2015@gmail.com for more details and booking of Hotel accommodation. g) Although all arrangements shall be made for bedding etc., it is advisable to bring a bedsheet, shawl and a torch with you. h) Care shall be taken for elder Yogis/Yoginis to provide them place to stay (with western style toilets) and dinning near Meditation Pandal, chairs in the Meditation Pandal, etc. i) All the State Coordinators are requested to kindly send the details of cultural programmes to be performed by their respective State. j) Metro train is also available from Jaipur Railway Station (Metro Station) to New Atish Market/Mansarover Metro Station from where local transport (Mini bus, City Bus, & Auto) are easily available at a very low fare for puja site which is hardly 2-kms away. 8
***CONTACT FOR OTHER QUERIES AND HELP*** 1. Shri Ramesh Gupta 09829051262 (For Hotel and Cultural Programme) General Queries: 2. Col. R.B. Singh 09413333327 3. Shri Vijay Sharma 09413205641 4. Shri Hanuman Gaur 09413349746 5. Shri Ashok Garg 09414058022 6. Shri B.K. Purohit 09829114637 7. ShriHukmi Chand Mundra 09314565999 8. Major Vinod Kumar 08104872177 9. Shri Rajesh Ghosaliya 09413345522 For Registration 10. ShriVijay Sharma 09413205641 11. ShriSubodhAggarwal 09414370596 12. Shri G.D. Pareek 09828451514 (For Agriculture) 13. Shri Dr. Virendra Singh - 09829255136 ( For Tent Accommodation at Puja Site ) 14. Shri P.S. Rathore 09928466900 (For Local Tranport) 15. Shri KunalAggarwal 09928422001 (For Yuva Shakti Co-ordinator) 9
Sri Shrichand Choudhary( Convener ) Col. A.V.S. Ghuman (Trustee) Email: mother_shrichand@yahoo.co.in Mob. 09636722240 Mob: +919829010470 & +919001892092 Shri Ramesh Gupta Shri Mahesh Saini State Co-ordinator, Rajasthan Email: jsm.saini.mahesh@gmail.com City Co-ordinator, Jaipur Email: deepawalipuja2015@gmail.com Mob.09829051262 Mob: +919928421850 About jaipur&rajasthan Jaipur is a place of erstwhile Princes and mahrajas and is known for its wealthy heritage and culture,warm hospitality and is a favoured destination of many celebrities and dignatiries for solemnizing marriages The state of Rajasthan is one of the largest in India in terms of area and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, for both domestic and international tourists. Rajasthan is known for its great natural beauty and its golden desert along with historic Forts and Palaces, art and culture. The state is also part of the Golden Triangle, which includes the cities of Delhi and Agra. The Palace on Wheels and the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels are luxury trains that are a great way to explore this splendid state on the go. Online bookings of these trains are available on the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation website. Tourist Places in Rajasthan 10
Jaipur The capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur is the largest city in the state. The city was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727, after whom the city has been named. Jaipur is best known for its beautiful palaces that attract tourists from all over the country and the world, which makes the city one of the most popular tourist places in Rajasthan. Among the most popular places of tourist interest in Jaipur city are the HawaMahal, the Nahargarh Fort and the JantarMantar Observatory. Jaipur is also an important destination in the Golden Triangle tourist circuit which connects it to Delhi and Agra. The most interesting fact about the city of Jaipur is that it was planned according to VastuShastra. All the streets run from East to West and North to South. City Palace 11
The City Palace is one of the best tourist places to visit in Rajasthan. It is a palace complex in Jaipur that houses the famous Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal. The Chandra Mahal is one of the most popular tourist places in Rajasthan. It was once the seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur and was built between 1729 and 1732. The construction of the palace was started by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Amber and later on, additions were made to the structure by successive rulers till the 20th century. Amber (Amer) Fort and Palace The Amber Fort, more generally known as the Amer Fort, Overlooking the Maota Lake, the fort is best known for its artistic representation of Hindu elements. The fort is built with red sandstone and marble and consists of the Diwan-e-Aam or the Hall of Public Audience, the Diwan-e-Khaas or the Hall of Private Audience, the Sheesh Mahal and the SukhNiwas. Remarkably, the SukhNiwas has a very indigenous form of air-conditioning wherein artificial winds are blown over a water cascade to cool the surroundings. JantarMantar Observatory 12
The JantarMantar Observatory in Jaipur is a collection of architectural astronomical instruments. The JantarMantar was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II who served as a commander to Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. The JantarMantar in Jaipur is architecturally based on the one that is present in New Delhi. Both of them were built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The king constructed five such structures in different places including Delhi, Ujjain and Mathura. The JantarMantar in Jaipur is the best preserved among all these structures and has been included in the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO Nahargarh Fort Nahargarh Fort stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills, overlooking the pink city of Jaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The view of the city from the fort is impressive. Along with Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh once formed a strong defence ring for the city. The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh, but it became known as Nahargarh, which means 'abode of tigers'. The popular belief is that Nahar here stands for Nahar Singh Bhomia, [1] whose spirit haunted the place and obstructed construction of the fort. Nahar's spirit was pacified by building a temple in his memory within the fort, which thus became known by his name. Jaigarh Fort 13
The Jaigarh fort is the most spectacular of the three-hilltop forts that overlook Jaipur. In Mughal times, the Jaipur region was a major weapon-producing centre for the Mughal and Rajput rulers, several of the weapons being on display in the fort's museum. It is one of the few military structures of medieval India preserved almost intact, containing palaces, a granary, a well-planned cannon foundry, several temples, a tall tower and giant mounted cannon-the Jai Ban (Jaivan) which is the largest cannon on wheels in the world. Jaigarh Fort is also known as the fort of victory. The display includes a collection of canons, many of which are exquisitely decorated and were used in the Mughal campaigns led by the Rajput King, Raja Man Singh. Albert Hall Museum Albert Hall Museum is a museum in Jaipur city in Rajasthan state of India. It is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the State museum of Rajasthan. The building is situated in Ram Niwas Garden outside the city wall opposite New gate and is a fine example of Indo- Saracenic architecture. The building was designed by Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob, assisted by Mir TujumoolHoosein, and was opened as public museum in 1887. It is also called the Government Central Museum. Maharaja Ram Singh initially wanted this building to be a town hall, but his successor, Madho Singh II, decided it should be a museum for the art of Jaipur and 14
included as part of the new Ram Nivas Garden. The museum has a rich collection of artefacts like paintings, carpets, ivory, stone, metal sculptures, colourful crystal works etc. Udaipur Lake Pichola Lake Pichola is one of the most popular tourist places in Rajasthan. It is an artificial lake which has been named after the Picholi village and was created in 1362 AD. It is one of the several contiguous lakes in Udaipur, which were primarily developed to meet the irrigation and drinking requirements of the local people. There are four islands on the lake and palaces have been developed on these lakes to provide a better view of the expanse of the lake. The four islands and the palaces built on them are: Jag Niwas the Lake Palace is built on this island. Jag Mandir the Jag Mandir is built on this island. Mohan Mandir a palace was built on this island and it was used by the king for watching the annual Gangaur festival celebrations. Arsi Vilas the Arsi Vilas is a small island which has an ammunition depot and a small palace. This palace was used by the kings to view the sunsets. FatehSagar Lake & Palace The FatehPrakash Palace is a great choice for visitors. It was built in the early 20th century and is named after MaharanaFatehPrakash, who was the king during the construction of the palace. The palace was used as a venue by the kings in earlier days and has now been converted into a hotel. The palace is still owned by the Mewar Royal Family of Udaipur. The FatehPrakash Palace has won five tourism awards in the Heritage Grand category and is one of the two authentic palace hotels in the Udaipur City Palace Complex. The palace s counterpart is called the Shiv Niwas Palace Hotel which is quite popular with tourists visiting Udaipur. Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort The Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India, situated at an elevation of 440 feet from the city. The fort is enclosed by high and sturdy walls and encloses several palaces and temples within its complex. The Mehrangarh Fort is quite popular among tourists visiting Jodhpur and attracts tourists from all over the country and the world. 15
The walls of the fort still bear the imprints of cannon balls from attacks during the reign of the Rajput rulers. On the left of the fort, you can find a chattri dedicated to a soldier called Kirat Singh Soda who fell on the spot while defending the fort. Handprints can still be found on the walls and for this reason, the fort attracts a large number of tourists. UmaidBhawan Palace The UmaidBhawan Palace, originally called the Chittar Palace, is one of the world s largest private residences. While a part of the palace is still used by the Jodhpur Royal Family, another part has been leased out to the Taj Group of Hotels and it is now being run as a heritage hotel by them. The palace has about 347 rooms and is divided into three parts. One part of the palace is the royal residence, the other part is a heritage hotel and the third part is a museum. The UmaidBhawan Palace museum showcases the 20th century history of the Jodhpur Royal Family. The museum also has a gallery which showcases the automobiles owned by the royal family. Ajmer Pushkar Lake The Pushkar Lake is situated in the town of Pushkar in Ajmer. The Pushkar Lake is an important site of pilgrimage for Hindus. It is believed that a dip in the Pushkar Lake can cleanse sins and cure skin diseases. Furthermore, the Brahma temple situated near the Pushkar Lake also attracts a large number of tourists from all over the country and the world. There are about 500 Hindu temples situated on the banks of the Pushkar Lake. The lake has about 52 bathing ghats and hundreds and thousands of pilgrims throng these ghats to take a holy dip, especially during KartikPurnima. The Brahma temple is one of the main attractions near the Pushkar Lake. The present structure dates back to the 14th century, while the original temple is believed to be more than 2000 years old. The Pushkar Lake has been referred to as Tirtha Raj in scriptures and is believed to be the King of all pilgrimage sites. KhwajaMoinudeenChistiDargah The Dargah Sharif in Ajmer is one of the most popular tourist places in Rajasthan. It is the maqbara or grave of the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinudeen Chisti and attracts hundreds and thousands of devotees, pilgrims and tourists from all over the country and the world. The main entrance to the shrine is the Nizam Gate. Following this is the Shahjahani Gate, which was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The next gate that follows the Shahjahani Gate is the BulandDarwaza, which leads to the shrine. The Urs flag is hoisted on the BulandDarwaza and marks the beginning of the shrine. 16
The dargah is managed by the Dargah Committee, appointed under The DargahKhwajaSaheb Act of 1955. The committee takes care of the maintenance of the shrine, manages donations and runs charitable institutions such as guest houses for pilgrims and dispensaries. Mount Abu Nakki Lake Nakki Lake is situated in Mount Abu. The lake derives its name from a legend that it was dug out using nails, which is called Nakh in Hindi and Sanskrit. The Nakki Lake is believed to be very sacred and is a popular pilgrimage and tourist destination. Another important tourist attraction in the region is the Toad Rock. The rock resembles a toad that is about to leap into the water and hence the name. Guru Shikhar The Guru Shikhar is one of the peaks in the Arabuda Mountains of Rajasthan. It is also highest point in the Aravalli Range in Rajasthan. Guru Shikhar rises to an elevation of 5,676 feet and is 15 km from Mount Abu. There is a temple dedicated to Adi Guru Dattatreya, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, at the top of Guru Shikhar in a cave. Very close to the temple, the Physical Research Laboratory operates the Mount Abu Observatory. Chittorgarh Chittorgarh Fort The Chittorgarh Fort is the largest fort in India and the grandest fort in the state of Rajasthan. The fort, which is also called Chittor, was the seat of power of the rulers of Mewar. The fort was attacked three times between the 15th and the 16th centuries and was captured by invaders. The bravery and courage of the Rajput warriors, their womenfolk and children is what distinguishes this fort from all other forts in Rajasthan. After each defeat, the brave women and children of the Rajput warriors performed Jauhar or self-immolation. The fort is symbolic of the courage and values of the brave Rajput rulers who reigned over Mewar. Tower of Victory or Vijay Stambh The Tower of Victory or Vijay Stambh is one of the most prized possessions of Chittorgarh. The pillar is situated inside the Chittorgarh Fort and was constructed by the king of Mewar Rana Kumbha during the period from 1442 to 1449 AD. The tower was erected to commemorate his victory over the combined armies of Marwar and Gujarat. The tower is dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Vishnu and is a nine-storeyed structure. The Vijay Stambh has been constructed with red sandstone and white marble and the walls of 17
the tower have the images of Hindu gods and goddesses carved on them. Each storey is marked with openings and balconies. Sawami Madohpur Rantambhore National Park Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national park in Northern India. The park is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, which is about 130 km from Jaipur. Being considered as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is major wildlife tourist attraction spot that has pulled the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers in this destination. 18