H.H. Shrimat Sadyojat Shankarashram Swamiji's Jodhpur Camp & International Saraswat Brahmin Mahasammelana 2025
By Divya Ramdeo & Shashank Udyawer
In the heart of the Sun City, amidst the timeless hues of Jodhpur, the Sāraswat Bhavan transformed into a sanctum of devotion. What unfolded over these days was not merely a camp; it was a profound spiritual confluence where wisdom flowed, and hearts were gently awakened.
(Picture Credits: Kārtik Bohrā)
Arrival of H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī
On the night of 16th December 2025, the air at Sāraswat Bhavan was charged with joy, devotion, and anticipation as devotees awaited the divine darshana of H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī. Ladies adorned in elegant sārī-s stood gracefully holding Pūrṇa Kumbha-s, their faces glowing with reverence.
The moment H.H. Swāmījī arrived in His Shivarañjanī, the atmosphere was filled with divinity, excitement and heartfelt devotion. Welcomed with Pādapraks͟hālana by Shrī R.K. Ojhā Jī, H.H. Swāmījī walked inside, blessing all with His compassionate presence, as devotees showered flowers at the Lotus Feet of their Guru.
The days that followed unfolded as a gentle yet powerful immersion into Upāsanā- Mahāpūjā-s, Shrī Guru Pādukā Pūjana, Tīrtha Vitaraṇa, Ᾱshīrvachana-s by H.H. Swāmījī, Interactions with H.H. Swāmījī, Shrī Devī Anus͟ht͟hāna-s, Vimarsha and various activities carried out by the volunteers. With each passing day, more people were introduced to H.H. Swāmījī and the traditions of Shrī Chitrāpur Mat͟h.
17th December 2025
The day commenced with Shrī Bhavānīshaṅkar Mahāpūjā, offering local devotees a precious opportunity for darshana and participation.
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This was followed by the Swāgata Dharma Sabhā, where the youngsters of Jodhpur welcomed H.H. Swāmījī with a soulful Swāgata Gāna.
Shrī Ghanshyām Ojhā Jī delivered the welcome address
H.H. Swāmījī blessed the devotees with His Ᾱshīrvachana. Swāmījī explained how daily Japa, bhajana, stotrapat͟hana, Shrī Devī Anus͟ht͟hāna, Sanskrit Sambhās͟haṇa, Prāṇāyāma, Nināda, exercise and Vimarsha are not isolated rituals, but living practices meant to be woven into everyday life.
He further explained the shloka recited during Shrī Shiva Pūjana while offering bhasma:
“अग्निहोत्रसमुद्भूतं विरजाहोमपावितम्।
गृहाण भस्म हे स्वामिन् भक्तानां भूतिदायक॥”
The Ᾱshīrvachana was followed by Shrī Guru Pādukā Pūjana by the organizers and Tīrtha Vitaraṇa by H.H. Swāmījī.
In the evening, Shrī Devī Anus͟ht͟hāna was taught by the sañchālikā-s to the sādhaka-s.
Later, the youth of Jodhpur had a deeply enriching interaction with H.H. Swāmījī. Questions ranged from the meaning and significance of bhajana-s, the concept of Is͟hṭa Devatā , Is͟hṭa Mantra Japa, Gāyatrī Japa, etc. The youngsters also shared their learnings from the Shrī Devī Anus͟ht͟hāna session. Swāmījī emphasized the importance of daily Japa along with Pūrvāṅga.
This interaction extended to senior sādhaka-s as well, leaving everyone spiritually enriched and inspired.
18th December
The day began with Mahāpūjā, Shrī Guru Pādukā Pūjana by sādhaka-s and Tīrtha Vitaraṇa by H.H. Swāmījī.
In the evening, a Vimarsha was conducted on the below shloka by the sañchālaka:
“सकृत कन्दुकपातनेन पतत्यार्यः पतन्नपि।
तथा पतति मूर्खस्तु मृतपिण्ड पतनं यथा॥”
Dīpanamaskāra followed by Shrī Shiva Pūjana by H.H. Swāmījī, a divine experience that left everyone mesmerized.
H.H. Swāmījī observed Ekānta for the next two days.
19th December:
The volunteers from Shrī Chitrāpur Mat͟h sightseeing at Jodhpur.
In the evening, the International Sāraswat Brāhmin Mahāsammelana (ISBM) 2025 commenced at the Mārwār International Centre, Jodhpur. The inauguration featured Dīpa Prajwālana, Gaṇesha Vandanā, welcome addresses and felicitations. The women volunteers coordinating sāfā, shrīphal and mementos were impeccably dressed and managed the proceedings with grace.
20th December:
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The arrival of H.H. Shrīmath Saṁyamīndra Tīrtha Swāmījī marked a moment of divinity and grandeur. Pujya Swāmījī was welcomed with Pūrṇa Kumbha. In His Ᾱshīrvachana, H.H. Shrīmath Saṁyamīndra Tīrtha Swāmījī addressed the gathering saying that all Sāraswata-s, spanning from Kashmīr to Kanyākumārī, are the children of Mā Saraswatī, bound not only by geography but by shared values. His emphasis on unity, Gāyatrī Upāsanā, and Sandhyāvandanam resonated deeply with the audience.
The day continued with insightful sessions on yoga, government policies, temple and Mat͟h administration, challenges faced by Kashmīrī Paṇḍit-s, entrepreneurship, Saraswatī Civilization, women empowerment, cultural heritage, and speeches by the scholars of different fields and industries.
Shrī Chitrāpur Mat͟h Publication Stall at ISBM 2025 Exhibition
Saṁvit Sudhā Stall at ISBM 2025 Exhibition
The Saṁvit Sudhā stall and Shrī Chitrāpur Mat͟h Publication stall received a good response from the general public who gathered for the Sammelana. Many visitors expressed keen interest in learning about our Mat͟h and meeting our H.H. Swāmījī in person.
21st December:
The final day of ISBM 2025 began with the screening of the Shrī Chitrāpur Mat͟h documentary.
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Welcomed with Pūrṇa Kumbha, the arrival of H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī was met with immense joy and devotion.
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H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swamījī blessed the gathering with His Ᾱshīrvachana and quoted the shloka:
यदेव विद्यया करोति, श्रद्धयोपनिषदा, तदेव वीर्यवत्तरं भवति
H.H. Swāmījī explained how every action can be made Vīryavattara, infused with greater strength.
After H.H. Swāmījī’s departure from the event, felicitations and expressions of gratitude were extended to all departments, staff, and volunteers whose dedication made the Sammelana a success.
In the evening, H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī guided the sādhaka-s on the importance of Gāyatrī Japa and also highlighted the role of regulated breath. The significance of Ᾱchamana, Prāṇāyāma and Proks͟haṇa was explained.
H.H. Swāmījī described antaramukhatā as the Parama Laks͟hya of Sāraswata-s. He also emphasized on the importance of learning Sanskrit.
The Ᾱshīrvachana was followed by the bhajana “Shrī Jagadambe Saraswatī”, after which Swāmījī gently guided everyone into silent meditation.
The gathered audience was deeply touched by our H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī's Ᾱshīrvachana. Many showed reverence to our Chitrāpur sādhaka-s, who were dressed in muṇḍu/dhotī and aṅgavastra, by touching their feet and expressing gratitude and respect for our Chitrāpur Mat͟h and our beloved Guru.
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H.H. Shrīmat Sadyojāt Shaṅkarāshram Swāmījī also visited the exhibition at the Sammelana, which offered a vibrant glimpse into the enterprise and creativity of the Sāraswata community. Stalls represented a wide range of sectors, including automobiles, Ᾱyurveda and wellness, robotics and automation, textiles and yarns, education, real estate, minerals, home solutions, handicrafts, food, jewellery, and women-led initiatives.
ISBM 2025 stood out for its strong commitment to sustainability. Single-use plastic was minimized, water was served in copper vessels, and continuous announcements encouraged food conservation and discipline.