In 2021, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) identified a systematic attempt to undermine Hindu cultural integrity in Kothapalem Village, Guntur District. Rajesh Thunuguntla, National Secretary of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation in Bharat and a member of the Board of Directors of GHHF in the USA, visited the village along with his friend Harsha after receiving information from Murali. They met a local resident, Rami Reddy, who strongly opposed the Pastor Chinthada Anand’s efforts to carry out forced and illegal conversions and construct a Church in the village. Rami Reddy resisted the Pastor’s attempts, particularly when the Pastor tried to encroach upon his private property to build the Church. In retaliation, the Pastor filed a false Atrocities Case against Rami Reddy by claiming Scheduled Caste (SC) status, even though he had already declared himself as a practicing Christian in official documents. Rami Reddy approached the police first and filed a complaint regarding illegal encroachment. However, in a clear act of bias and manipulation, the police altered the filing sequence—registering the Pastor’s complaint as Case No. 8 and Rami Reddy’s complaint as Case No. 9. This deliberate tampering led to the wrongful arrest and imprisonment of Rami Reddy. Further irregularities surfaced when the MRO issued an SC certificate to the Pastor, despite him not residing in the village and being a practicing Christian. Shockingly, even the SC Commission directed authorities to proceed with an atrocities case against Rami Reddy, exposing systemic bias against the Hindu community. Recognizing the injustice, GHHF took full responsibility for the legal battle. Rajesh Thunuguntla personally led and supported the case, providing continuous financial and moral assistance to Rami Reddy. On April 30, 2025, the High Court of Andhra Pradesh delivered a landmark judgment stating that individuals who practice Christianity are not eligible to claim Scheduled Caste status. As a result, the false atrocities case filed by the Pastor was quashed, marking a major legal victory. Following the judgment, GHHF symbolically reinforced Hindu presence by installing an Anjaneya Swamy (Hanuman) idol on the disputed property on October 25, 2025. However, this triggered violent retaliation from the opposing group. Rami Reddy was brutally attacked, suffered serious injuries, and was hospitalized in Guntur for a week. During this period, despite the High Court’s ruling, biased local authorities again subjected him to harassment, including temporary incarceration. GHHF stood firmly by him, covering medical expenses and extending full support. The Pastor challenged the High Court verdict in the Supreme Court of India. GHHF, under the leadership of Rajesh Thunuguntla, mounted a strong legal defense. On March 24, 2026, the Supreme Court delivered its final judgment in Criminal Appeal No. 1580 of 2026, affirming that: The Pastor had been openly practicing Christianity for several years. As per the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, SC status is applicable only to Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists. Misuse of SC status by Christian converts to file atrocities cases is legally invalid and an abuse of the judicial process. This case is not just a local dispute but a historic legal victory for GHHF and the Hindu community. It highlights serious lapses by authorities, including the wrongful issuance of SC certificates, police bias, and misuse of legal provisions. GHHF remains committed to pursuing further legal action against officials and individuals responsible for violating the law and harassing innocent citizens. Despite lack of support from successive governments, GHHF continues to stand firmly for justice, constitutional integrity, and the protection of Hindu rights.

The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is dedicated to safeguarding and maintaining the sanctity of Hindu temples across Bharat, with particular attention to Kaliyuga Devudu (the God of Kaliyuga), who is recognized in numerous Puranas.  A significant number of kings, sages, and spiritual leaders have visited Lord Venkateswar and made notable donations, including valuable diamonds, substantial amounts of gold, extensive tracts of land, and various important artifacts.   Unfortunately, the political leaders have been taking advantage of their power and are tampering with the sanctity of Balaji Temple, grabbing the Temple land, looting the Temple donations, and diverting the Temple's lands at will.  Hindu silence has become their power to dilute the sanctity of Hindu Temples. Hindu apathy, Hindus, selfishness, and Hindu indifference have become their weapon to please the non-Hindus for their Vote bank politics.  In my presentation. I mentioned that every government has undertaken many activities that either shrank the size of the Seven Hills of God’s landed properties or have ruined the sanctity of Tirumala. Some of the decisions the Andhra Pradesh Government has taken are contributing to the utter failure in preserving the sanctity at TTD, as listed below: *    Attempts to take over the five hills from the Seven Hills of Lord Balaji  *    Use of adulterated ghee, made from chemicals and palm oil, in the sacred temple laddus.  *    Permission to build Mumtaj Hotel at the footsteps of Seven Hills *    Permission to hold a Tablighi Jamaat meeting in Tirupati with about ten thousand Muslims *    Permission to Build Lulu Mall *    Unable to identify 4000 non-Hindus working in TTD *    Rapid expansion of liquor stores, wine shops, and meat shops in Tirupati and Tiruchanur, etc.  •    B R Naidu’s nasty post on GHHF on the TTD website and B R Naidu’s social media. THE SOLUTION Primary Demands for TTD Administration & Preservation •    Global Hindu Heritage Foundation strongly feels that to maintain the sanctity of TTD, it must work with the State Government to declare the Tirumala, Tirupati, and Tiruchanur corridor as a 'Sacred Pilgrimage Site / Divya Dhamam'.  Former Chief Minister N.T. Rama Rao made this proposal in 1987. On August 31, 2014, the then Deputy Chief Minister, Sri Krishnamurthy, stated that following the vision of former Chief Minister N.T. Rama Rao, the temple city (Tirupati/Tirumala), would be developed on the lines of the Vatican. He further mentioned that "the Andhra Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, will transform Tirupati into a world-class city." •    Expansion of Kshethra Jurisdiction: The TTD's jurisdiction should be expanded from 27.5 square kilometers to 550 square kilometers, as suggested by the McKenzie 1801 manuscript, according to the Tirupati Declaration issued by Dayananda Saraswati and Pejawar Swamijis in 2006. •    Immediate Control: Instead of the 27.5 square kilometers specified in the Andhra Pradesh Government Order No. 338, TTD should take immediate action to bring the 550-square-kilometer area, which includes the various Thirthams (sacred water bodies) associated with the Sthala Puranam (history) of Sri Venkateswara Swamy, under its control. In this context, they cited the 1801 McKenzie Manuscript, which states that the Saptagiri (Seven Hills) extend from the Swarnamukhi River near Srikalahasti in the East to Nagapatala Devarakonda in the West, from Yerraguntla Thota in Rayachoti Taluq in the North to Pillari Kanam near Narayanavanam in the South. Such an act would prevent the threat of non-Hindu activities on the Saptagiri. •    Prohibition of Non-Hindu Activities: TTD and the State Government must prevent the authorization of non-Hindu activities such as the Mumtaz Hotel, Lulu Mall, and Tablighi Jamaat in Tirumala and Tirupati. •    Identification of Christian Employees: It is estimated that nearly 4000 Christians are working in TTD.    TTD must take specific measures to identify concealed Christians. •    Demolition of Illegal Structures: To protect the sanctity of TTD, over 100 illegal structures must be immediately demolished as per the judgment given by the Supreme Court of India on April 30, 2025. We request every Hindu to work toward establishing the Holy city for all Hindus, like Mecca for Muslims, and the Vatican for Christians. •    Follow the models of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh and identify a 15-kilometer radius as a holy place and ban alcohol, meat, and the eating of non-vegetarian food.  Sri Kaveti Srinivas, an International Lawyer, spoke about his contributions to Hinduism. GHHF honored and acknowledged his help in securing the judgment ordering the demolition of the illegal Church. GHHF reached out to advocates in Andhra Pradesh but was unsuccessful. We still must find even a handful of Hindus to accept the cases to protect Sanatan Dharma. We sincerely hope that one day we will have a group of resolute Lawyers to accept cases to preserve their motherland.  Sri Kaveti Srinivas mentioned that he will do whatever is necessary to help GHHF in fighting for the preservation of Santana Dharma. Your donations are appreciated. 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Kudos to the Supreme Court for its judgment that a converted Christian ceases to be a member of the Scheduled Caste. As per the passage of the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, conversion to another religion results in an immediate and complete loss of Scheduled Caste status, irrespective of one’s birth. This case was first filed in the High Court by Rajesh Thunuguntla. The judgment was issued on April 30, 2025. The Pastor went to the Supreme Court, which upheld the Andhra Pradesh High Court's judgment.  The legal battle stemmed from a 2021 criminal complaint filed by Chintada Anand against Akkala Rami Reddy. The Pastor came to a Kothapalli Village in the Bapatla District and wanted to convert Hindus into Christianity and build a Church. At the time, there were 600 Hindu families, totaling approximately 2,000 Hindus.  The bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and N V Anjaria upheld a judgment of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, ruling that conversion to Christianity results in the “immediate and complete loss” of Scheduled Caste (SC) status.  “No person who professes a religion other than Hindu, Sikh, or Buddhist shall be a member of the Scheduled caste. Conversion to any other religion results in loss of Scheduled caste status,” the Court held. The judges maintained that “Only persons belonging to Hindu, Sikh or Buddhist faiths can claim Scheduled Caste status and conversion to any other faith like Christianity will result in the converted person losing Scheduled Caste status.”  The Andhra Pradesh High Court had earlier quashed the charges, observing that the caste system is "alien to Christianity" and that provisions of the SC/ST Act could not be invoked in such a case. This order was challenged before the Supreme Court. "No statutory benefit, protection, or reservation or entitlement under the Constitution or enactment of Parliament or state legislature can be claimed.  The judgment came in an appeal filed by a pastor, Chintada Anand, who had challenged the Andhra Pradesh High Court's May 2025 judgment. Anand had alleged that he was subjected to caste-based abuse and assault by certain individuals and had invoked provisions of the SC/ST Act. The court also clarified that merely holding a Scheduled Caste certificate does not automatically confer legal protections upon conversion. Issues relating to the cancellation of such certificates, it said, must be dealt with by the competent authority under the relevant state law. It further said that “a person cannot simultaneously profess and practice a religion other than the ones specified in Clause 3 … and claim membership of a Scheduled Caste at the same time … The two positions are mutually exclusive and contrary to the Constitutional scheme.” Affirming the High Court’s view, the Supreme Court relied on the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, which restricts SC status to persons professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism. The Bench clarified that the bar under Clause 3 of the 1950 Order is absolute. “No statutory benefit, protection or reservation… can be claimed by or extended to any person who by operation of Clause 3 is not deemed to be a member of the Scheduled Caste. This bar is absolute and admits no exception,” the Court observed.    

The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has a few contacts in both Pakistan and Bangladesh. In fact, we have been conducting seven Bala Samskar Kendras in Bangladesh until recently. The fate of another Hindu girl in Pakistan. There are thousands of examples of atrocities against Hindus in Pakistan every day. It is no surprise to the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation; we hear such stories almost every day. Every time we reach our partners in Pakistan, we hear a horror story. Even with very limited resources, it is a huge and risky effort to reach these families. It would be a repeat for victim families and our team, also. Here is another girl who is not even 11 years old who got abducted, snatched from her parents, isolated, humiliated, and converted to Islam. After a week of heavy torture and conversion, they forced her to marry a 28-year-old Muslim. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has collected all information, including the name of the victim, village, place of torture, masjid she was forced to marry, but we cannot dare to reveal and risk another family. All this happened in Mirpur Khas, a city in Pakistan. God knows Where Human rights and barking communists are, and it is a shame that those who support Pakistan and their culture. During marriage, they falsely mentioned the girl's age as 19 years, and there is no age proof for this poor girl to defend herself. The Hindu population has declined to less than one percent and is almost extinct. On 26th February, Pakistan’s Human Rights Commission (HRCP) released its new report on the country's human rights situation. The report, “Under Siege: Freedom of Religion or Belief in 2023/24,” gave a dark account of increasing violence, forced conversions, and institutionalized discrimination against Pakistan’s Hindus, particularly in Sindh province. Violence against Hindus in Pakistan includes mob violence, temple desecration, targeted kidnappings, and forced conversion of Hindu girls. The report highlights how the judicial process in Pakistan, extremist elements, and the inaction of government officials have placed Hindus in a seriously vulnerable position with little chance of justice. Forced conversion of Hindu girls continues to be one of the gravest problems in Pakistan. The HRCP report says that districts such as Ghotki, Umerkot, and Tharparkar are Hindu abduction hubs. Most of the victims are underage girls who are abducted, coerced into conversion to Islam, and wedded to Muslim men in the guise of “voluntary conversions.”. For the last two weeks, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been trying aggressively to reach the victim's family, who have already fled to save their remaining family. We hope to help as much as we can. Please don't be under the impression that you are safe sitting comfortably in India, the USA, or Europe.

The Akkamma Devi Jatara in Kalyanadurgam town, Anantapur district, is not just a festival; it is a profound expression of faith for thousands of devotees. It is a magnificent sight to behold as villagers trek for miles under the scorching sun, carrying Panakam offerings to fulfill their vows to the Goddess. In this sea of devotion, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) extended its hand of service to quench the thirst of the weary pilgrims. Cooling the Soul Amidst the Summer Heat  With summer at its peak, our dedicated Pracharaks—Arjun, Anil Kumar, Gopi Krishna and Hanumanthu—spearheaded a ‘Seva Yagna’ to ensure no devotee suffered from dehydration. We distributed nearly 5,000 liters of cool buttermilk and 2,000 liters of drinking water. Setting a benchmark for environmental responsibility, our team shunned disposable plastic and used 100 stainless steel glasses, cleaning them continuously to serve the buttermilk. The heartfelt gratitude of the devotees, who remarked, "We thank your organization for supporting us every year," was the greatest reward for our service. United in Dharma: The Strength of Local Support Inspired by GHHF’s consistent service over the last three years, local Hindu brothers stepped forward voluntarily this year. Patacheruvu Krishnappa Garu, Chalapadi Raghu Garu, and Pyramid Raju Garu showcased their devotion by contributing curd and water, personally participating in the distribution and strengthening the bond of Hindu unity. Honoring the Hands that Serve  In line with our tradition of honoring selfless service, GHHF cordially invited the donors who contributed financially and physically. Special prayers were performed in the names of their families, and they were honored with Vedic blessings and Saffron shawls (Kashaya Vastram). We expressed our deepest gratitude by presenting them with Prasadam and fruits. At Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, our core mission is to protect Hindu Dharma while actively engaging in social service. On this occasion, we reaffirm our commitment to organizing such initiatives on an even larger scale, inviting everyone to become a partner in the preservation of our Dharma.  Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1570}}  

In the history of India's freedom struggle, many heroes sacrificed their lives for the country. Among these martyrs, the most inspiring young heroes are Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar. These three young men have become a permanent inspiration to the youth of India with their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. The sacrifice of these three young revolutionaries in India's freedom struggle has been immortalized in history. Bhagat Singh was born in 1907 in a patriotic family in Punjab. Patriotism was strong in him from childhood. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre that took place in 1919 shook the entire country. That incident left a deep impression on Bhagat Singh's mind. Since then, his life goal has been the country's independence. At the same time, Shivaram Raj Guru, who was born in Maharashtra, was also growing up as a young revolutionary. He had a special skill with weapons. Due to his courage and agility, he played an important role in revolutionary activities. Another young man from Punjab, Sukh Dev Thapar, also grew up with a patriotic upbringing. He had great leadership qualities. He played a major role in organizing the youth and involving them in the freedom movement. Together, these three young men joined a revolutionary organization called Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) and started a struggle against British rule. A tragic incident took place in 1928. The police brutally lathi-charged the prominent nationalist leader Lala Lajpat Rai while he was protesting British rule. He died a few days later due to his injuries. This incident ignited anger throughout the country. The revolutionaries decided to punish the British officer responsible for this. In that action, Raj Guru Saunders opened fire on a British officer. Bhagat Singh also participated in this action. After this incident, they worked secretly for some time. Later in 1929, the British government tried to bring in strict laws to suppress the freedom of Indians. In protest, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt threw a bomb in the Central Legislative Assembly in Delhi. The bomb was made to harm no one. After throwing the bomb, they did not flee. They surrendered while shouting slogans such as “Inquilab Zindabad”. After this incident, the British police started a large-scale investigation into the revolutionaries. Sukhdev was arrested in Lahore in the Saunders murder case, and later Raj Guru was caught in Pune. Finally, these three young revolutionaries were made the main accused in the Lahore conspiracy case. Despite being in jail, they did not stop the struggle. They went on a long hunger strike demanding due respect for Indian prisoners. Their courage caused a debate throughout the country. Finally, the court verdict was issued. The British government sentenced Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, and Sukhdev to death. These three young heroes were hanged in Lahore Jail on March 23, 1931. Even though they were going to the gallows, they were not afraid. They bravely shouted slogans like “Inquilab Zindabad” and walked to the gallows smiling. Their sacrifice shocked the entire country. But at the same time, it further ignited the flame of freedom among crores of Indians. The courage and sacrifice shown by these three young heroes continue to inspire the youth of India even today. Teacher Tasks Discussion (Analysis) after the story Question: Why didn’t Bhagat Singh flee after throwing a bomb in the Legislative Assembly? Answer: He surrendered himself with the intention of making his voice heard by the entire country. He wanted to inform the people about the injustice of British rule through interrogation. Question: What did Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, and Sukh Dev do after the death of Lala Lajpat Rai? Answer: They attacked the British officer who was responsible for his death and took revenge. Question: What does the slogan ‘Inquilab Zindabad’ mean? Answer: It means “The revolution should flourish” or “The revolution should be eternal”. Question: What did the sacrifice of these three young heroes teach the youth of India? Answer: It gave the message that one should stand bravely for the country and not be afraid of injustice. Expression (Creativity) Slogan program: Recite the slogans raised during the freedom struggle with the children. Example: ● “Inquilab Zindabad” ● “Vande Mataram” ● “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” Letter writing: Have the children write a short letter expressing gratitude for their sacrifice, starting with “Dear Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, Sukh Dev Garu…” Practical work (implementation) Fearlessness habit: Children should be taught to cultivate the courage to speak the truth without fear when something goes wrong. Community service: Clean the school environment with the children or run a small service program that benefits the community. 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. 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Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is pleased to announce that Bala Samskar students in Assam celebrated the Hindu New Year (Gudi Padwa) by making Rangoli at their houses. Also learned about the significance of the Hindu New Year, which falls in the month of Chaitra. What is the significance of Rangoli? Rangoli is a Sanskrit word meaning "rows of colors." It is not just a mere decoration. It is a practice designed to welcome deities, bring good fortune to the household, and foster a sense of community and artistic expression, especially during festivals like Diwali, Onam, and Pongal. As you can see, our students drew the pictures of various Gods and Goddesses. Rangoli is traditionally created at the entrance of homes to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, bringing good luck and positivity to the household. It is believed that a household without a decorated entrance may attract bad luck (daridra  References were found in the Puranas and other scriptures. According to a legend recorded in Chitra Lakshana, the earliest treatise on Indian art, a king and his realm were deeply grieved by the death of the high priest's son. Everyone, including the king, appealed to Lord Brahma (the creator of the Universe), who, moved by the petitions, asked the king to paint a representation of the kid on the floor so he could revive it. And with that, the specialty of floor art sprang up. What's more, that is how rice, flour, and blossoms were transformed into pleasant offerings to God as floor art called Rangoli. People usually draw or paint it in front of their homes using different colors, primarily during major festivals like Diwali, also known as the ‘Festival of Lights'. Rangolis are believed to welcome Goddess Laxmi, the goddess of wealth, as per Indian mythology. They are also believed to keep evil spirits at bay. Significant Events associated with the Hindu New Year. 1. From the sunrise of this day, Lord Brahma began the creation of the universe. 2. Emperor Vikramaditya founded the kingdom on this day. The first day of Vikram Samvat begins with his name. 3. It is also the coronation day of Lord Sri Rama. 4. It is the first day of Navratri of Sri Rama Navami 5. This day is also the birthday of Sri Angad Dev Ji, the second Guru of Sikhs. 6. Swami Dayananda Saraswati Ji founded the Arya Samaj on this day. 7. Prabhu Jhulelal, the famous social protector of Sindh province, appeared on this day. 8. Like Vikramaditya, Shali vahana chose this day to defeat the Huns and establish the supreme state in South India. Vikrama Samvat was established. 9. Also, the coronation day of Yudhisthira 10 It is also the birthday of the founder of the Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh, HH Dr. Keshavrao Boliram Hedgewar. 11 Maharshi Gautam Jayanti also falls on this day. 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. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1568}}  

Dear friends, GHHF has documented and submitted several concerns to TTD that affect TTD's sanctity.  We will discuss the issues tarnishing the image of TTD: •    Why the Right to Information does not apply to TTD •    Why no action on the Islamic University? •    What are Sri Vani Funds used for? •    Why permission to Mumtaj Hotel in Tirupati •    Why permission to Tablighi Jamaat •    Why is permission given to Lulu Mall? •    Why are non-Hindus not removed from TTD  •    How much money is getting diverted? In this way, several issues affecting the sanctity of TTD will be discussed.     • It is time for all of us to express our concerns and reiterate the urgency of declaring it a Punya Kshetra. Why do we have to declare it?   • To start with, the Andhra Pradesh government can follow the model of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh.  NOTE: If you are not from the Dallas area, please encourage your friends to attend this meeting planned in Frisco, TX. Meeting Date: March 22 Time: 6:30 pm  Venue: Shubham Event Center For more information: contact:  Prakasarao (601-918-7111); Chandra (972-689-9145); Prashant (323-365-4124) (Note: Dinner is served following the meeting)

Dr. Hedgewar Jayanti Celebration on19/03/2026 Personality Maker - State Hero: Dr. Hedgewar April 1, 1889. The auspicious Ugadi Day. The city of Nagpur is filled with joy. On that day, a baby boy was born in a traditional family. He was named Keshav Rao Baliram Hedgewar. His father was Baliram Pant Hedgewar, and his mother was Revatibai. Raised in a family that valued our culture, morality, and patriotic values, Keshav grew into a great man who would light the flame of patriotism in the hearts of millions of young people in the future. Patriotism burned like a fire in his heart from childhood. Once, during the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Queen Victoria of Britain, sweets were distributed to the children at the school. While all the children were happily eating, little Keshav held the sweets in his hand and thought for a while. Then he went outside and threw them in the garbage. “Why should we celebrate those who enslaved our country?” he asked. That day, the voice of the future revolutionary was heard in the very question of the child. Another incident also shows how strong patriotism was in Keshav’s mind. The British flag was flying over a fort in Nagpur. Little Keshav, along with his friends, made a bold plan — to take down that flag and hoist the Indian flag there. They even tried to secretly dig a tunnel to get into the fort. Making such a big decision at such a young age surprised everyone. Although the attempt was ultimately unsuccessful, this incident showed how deeply patriotic little Keshav was. Time passed. Even though he lost his parents to plague at the age of ten, Keshav did not give up and continued his studies courageously. Once, when he saw a British officer who came to school, everyone stood silent. But Keshav roared, “Vande Mataram!” Angered by that roar, the British authorities expelled him from the school, but his voice did not stop. Later, Keshav Rao went to Calcutta to pursue medical education and made acquaintances with the revolutionaries there. He met with revolutionary organizations such as the ‘Anushilan Samiti’. After completing his medical education and becoming a doctor, he faced a decision: should he live a comfortable life? Or should he dedicate his life to the country? He chose the latter path. Thinking that family responsibilities would be an obstacle to his goal, he devoted himself to serving the country and never married for the rest of his life. He had only one family — the country and the society. It was with this aim that he participated in the freedom movement. In 1921, the British government sent him to jail. Standing before the judge, he bravely roared: “The rule of foreigners over this country is unjust. It is not only my right, but my duty to oppose it!” After being released from jail, Dr. Ji realized something great. Movements are going on, thousands of people are going to jail, but the rule of foreigners continues. He understood that the country had become weak due to a lack of unity in society and discipline among individuals. He decided that in order to strengthen the country, the individual must first be built. This is the theory of ‘individual building’ that he proposed. With this great idea, on the day of Vijayadashami in 1925, he founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in Nagpur. The first branch was very small. There were only a few young men. Many laughed when they played games with sticks and exercised on the ground. “How can you save the country by playing games with sticks like this?” they taunted. But Dr. Ji saw his goal clearly. He knew that the future of India was being built in those small branches. He had no money, no power. But it was his immense love for the workers that drove the organization forward. Later, in a 1926 meeting, the name “Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh” was adopted for this organization. The foresight shown by Dr. Ji in expanding the Sangha work was extraordinary. In his last days, he prepared Madhav Sadashivrao Golwalkar (Sri Guruji), who had immense intelligence and spiritual vision, as his successor, thinking that this sacred work should not go astray. Dr. Hedgewar left this world on June 21, 1940. But the seed he planted has grown into a great tree today. There are many heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country. But the Maharishi who made millions of heroes for the country is Dr. Keshavrao Baliram Hedgewar. Teacher Tasks Story Analysis (Questions and Answers) Question: Why did the little Keshav throw away the sweets? What is the quality we should learn from this? (Answer: We should learn to have hatred for foreign rule, love for indigenous things and self-respect.) Question: What is the 'personality building' proposed by Dr. Ji? (Answer: For a nation to become strong, the first person must become disciplined and patriotic. A building will be strong only if a brick is strong.) Question: Why did Dr. Ji choose Shri Guruji as his successor? (Answer: He foresaw that a leader with immense intelligence and spiritual commitment was needed to ensure that the ideology did not go astray.) Expression (Creativity) ● Role Play: 1. Make a drama of Keshav's attempt to change the flag on the fort with his friends. 2. Act out the scene of Dr. Ji roaring in front of the judge in the British court. ● Pledge: "I will serve my country from small tasks, being selfless and disciplined like Dr. Ji." The children should say this. Practical work (Implementation) Self-discipline: From this week onwards, the children should get into the habit of waking up before sunrise every morning and making their own bed. Sanskar Rakshana: After bathing every day, we should wear a tilak (a dot) on our foreheads and proudly display our dharma. Leadership training: While on the field, everyone should perform disciplined exercises or Surya Namaskar together for at least 15 minutes. 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. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979

Ugadi is celebrated on the first day of the Hindu calendar's Chaitra Masam, which falls in March-April. In Indian culture, there is a tradition of celebrating the new year by linking it with the cycle of nature. The word “Ugadi” comes from the Sanskrit word Yugadi. “yuga” means cycle of time, and “adi” means beginning. This means the beginning of a new cycle of time. In India, when spring begins, nature awakens with new life. After winter ends, trees grow new leaves, flowers bloom, and the weather changes. Considering this change in nature as a sign of a new beginning, our ancestors recognized this period as the beginning of a new year. This period also has a special significance in astronomical terms. There comes a time when the Earth revolves around the Sun twice a year, when day and night are almost equal. This event is known as the Spring Equinox. Currently, a new seasonal cycle begins on Earth. In many cultures, spring marks the new year. Spring was seen as the start of a new year, not just in India, but also in several other ancient civilizations around the world.  For example, in Persian culture, Navroz, in China, the spring festival, and in ancient Roman times, the new year began near the spring equinox. This new year is celebrated by different names in different parts of India. In Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, it is called Ugadi or Yugadi. In Maharashtra, it is called Gudi Padwa. In North India, Chaitra Navratri begins at this time. In regions such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Bengal, people observe the new year several days later, following the solar calendar.  Although the dates change, the meaning is the same — the beginning of a new year at a time when nature is newly awakening. Indians developed a unique system of calculating time thousands of years ago. This is called Panchangam. The Panchangam is the five elements used to understand time — Tithi, Week, Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karanam. Festivals, pilgrimages, and other events were determined by these calculations. In ancient times, the Panchangam was written and preserved on palm leaves. Typically, they were stored in temples or maintained by scholars.  At the beginning of the year, there is a tradition of listening to the Panchanga Sravana to learn the timetable for that year. Another unique aspect of Indian chronology is the 60-year cycle. Each year has a unique name. This system has a celestial connection. Jupiter takes about 12 years to revolve around the Sun. Saturn takes about 30 years to orbit the Sun. The orbits of these two planets bring them near each other roughly every 60 years.  That is why Indian astronomers have devised a 60-year cycle. An important ritual performed on Ugadi is Ugadi Pachadi. It consists of six types of flavors — neem, jaggery, tamarind, mango, chili, and salt. These six flavors represent different life experiences. Life brings together happiness, challenges, surprises, excitement, experiences, and fresh emotions.  That is why our ancestors gave the message that we should accept every experience in life equally by eating this Pachdi at the beginning of the year. Ugadi chutney also has a special significance in terms of health. Ugadi is the spring season. According to Ayurveda, during this period, Kapha dosha increases in the body. Neem purifies the blood and increases immunity. Jaggery gives energy and improves digestion. Tamarind gives coolness to the body. Mango increases digestion. Chilli improves blood circulation. Salt maintains a fluid balance in the body. Therefore, Ugadi chutney is a healthy food that corresponds to the change of season in a way. Nowadays, many countries of the world celebrate the New Year on January 1. However, this date is selected without reference to any natural cycles. Indian tradition determines the New Year through natural changes, astronomical calculations, and life philosophies. That is why our traditions are not just superstitions — they are a combination of spirituality, health science, and observation of nature. That is why Ugadi not only gives us a new year, but also a great message — we should live in balance with nature, embrace every experience in life with courage, and continue our culture with respect. Teacher Tasks Discussion (Analysis) after the story Question: Why is Ugadi usually celebrated in spring? Answer: It is the time when nature wakes up after winter. During this time, the astronomical state (Spring Equinox) also occurs. Question: Why is there a 60-year cycle in the Indian calendar? Answer: Our ancestors created this cycle by observing the movements of the planets Jupiter and Saturn. Question: What philosophy of life does Ugadi chutney convey? Answer: We should embrace all experiences in life, such as sweet, bitter, and sour, equally. Expression (Creativity) Experience of flavors: Children should taste the six flavors of Ugadi chutney, one by one, and explain the meanings and health benefits of each. Drawing / Poetry: Children should draw or draft a short poem about the changes in nature during spring. Examples: Mango gums, swallows' song, green trees. Practical work (implementation) New Year's Resolution: Children should write in their diary one good quality that they will practice this year (e.g. punctuality, cleanliness, respect for elders).  Nature Service: Each student should take responsibility for watering and caring for an existing plant at home or school. They should resolve to plant a new plant when the rainy season arrives. 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. 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