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Goaar Writer Dr. Jiwan Bakhshi won Haryana State Punjabi Sahit Akademy Award

Dr. Jiwan Bakhshi's Drama Book 'Jal Bin Kumbh Na Hoe' won Rs. 21000

Panchkula, March 11, 2010 (Correspondent): The prestigious Haryana Punjabi Gaurav Award for 2009-10 has been bestowed upon Sirsa-based Punjabi litterateur Sukhchain Singh Bhandari for his contribution to literature, according to CR Moudgil, Director, Haryana State Punjabi Sahit Akademy.

The award carries a citation, shawl and Rs 1,25,000 in cash.

Poet journalist S. Rattan Singh Dhillon has been chosen for Bhai Santokh Singh award with a cash reward of Rs 1 lakh.

Besides, the Baba Sheikh award and Sant Taran Singh Vehmi award of Rs 51,000 each go to Dr Charanjit Kaur (Chandigarh) and Dr Sudershan Gasso, a poet, respectively. Naresh Kumar Bittu ( Ambala) gets the Haryana Punjabi Lok Gayak award of Rs 21,000.

Under the book award scheme, winners of Rs 21,000 each include Lakhwinder Singh Bajwa (poetry), Joginder Kaur Agnihotri( short story), Dr Jiwan Bakshi (theatre), Iqbal Singh ( humour and satire) and Madan Lal Kapur (literary criticism). Besides, Dr Mukta (Bhiwani), Dr Ram Niwas Manav (Hisar) and Lakhwinder Singh Bajwa (Sirsa) will be given a grant-in-aid of Rs 10,000 each for publication of their books.

The first three winners in the annual short story competition ( 2009-10) are Ram Lok of Pinjore, Naib Singh Mander of Faridabad and Joginder Kaur Agnihotriwith cash rewards of Rs 5,000, Rs 4,000, and Rs 3,000, respectively. Two consolation prizes for Rs 1500 each will be given to Manjit Kaur and Indu Gupta for their stories.

These awards will be presented by the Chief Minister along with the awards for 2008-09. (With Thanks from Tribune, Chandigarh)
Posted on March 15, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

SHRI GURU SEVALAL MAHARAJ's 271st JAYANTI CELEBRATED AT HOSPET

Stage of the Function: from the left A.R. Chavan (Forest Officer), Dr. Shankar Naik, Mr. Narayan (Public Prosecutor), Bhagya Naik Chief Executive Engineer, Anand Singh Hospet MLA, Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji, Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji, Ramchandra Bhagwan Das, Anekal Thanda, Ekambresh, D. Krishna Naik, Ramji Naik, Laxman L.D, President of Banjara Officers Union.

Shri Guru Sevalal Maharaj's 271st Birth Anniversary at Hospet, Karnataka: Inauguration by lights.

All cheif guests launching a new calender with Shri Guru Sevalal photo and festival in Goaar Language.

Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji speaking to the Goaars of Hospet to get involved in developments and avoid drinking alcohol.

Hospet MLA Anand Singh honouring to Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji (Goaar) Rural Thanda.

MLA Anand Singh honouring to Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji Lingasugur.

MLA Anand Singh was flowering by D. Venkatesh Naik, Secretary, Banjara Officers Union.

MLA Anand Singh and Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji talking about development of Goaar Community.

Laxman L.D. President of Banjara Officers Union giving speech and thanking to MLA Anand Singh for announcing Rs. 10,000,00/- and site for Goaar Community Bhawan at Hospet.

Bhagya Naik CEE, Addressing dignitaries and thanks to all chief guests and both Swami Ji.

A. R. Chavan honoured by Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji.

Dr. Shankar Naik honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

D. Narayan PP honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji

Ramji Naik honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

Bhojya Naik, EE hounored by Sri Sidhalinga Swami Ji.

Laxman L.D., President Banjara Officers Union addressing the community and thanks to all chief guests and Both Swami ji.

Vitoba Naik teacher honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

L. Narayana Co Secratory honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

Muralidhar Naik, Manager honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

Hemal Naik, Vice President Banjara Officers Union honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

Venkatesh Naik Co Secratory honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

Gopi Naik teacher honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

M. Nagaraja Naik Co Secretary honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

M. C. Gudimani Financier honoured by Sri Shankarlinga Swami Ji.

A large number of Goaars attending the function at Hospet.

271st Shri Guru Sevalal Jayanti at Hospet was celebrated by all Goaar Community with special interest.

Sri Sevalal "Bhog" (Sri Sevalal mostly likes Bhog of Kheer) celebrated by Ramchandra Bhagwan Das Anekal Thanda before inauguration starts. Both Swami Ji were also present.

Sri Sevalal "Bhog" celebrated by Ramchandra Bhagwan Das Anekal Thanda before inauguration starts. MLA Anand Singh also pouring "Kheer" to the bhog.

MLA Anand Singh was asking about the "Sevalal Bhog" to Laxman L.D., President, Banjara Officers Union.

Swami Ji starting the Shobha Yaatra of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj.

Goaar ladies attending the Shri Guru Sevalal Shobha Yaatra in Hospet, Karnataka.

First time in history: Shri Guru Sevalal Shobha Yaatra in Hospet, Karnataka. Goaar ladies attending the colorfull procession.

Goaar ladies wearing Banjara cultural dress were dancing in the Shri Guru Sevalal Shobha Yaatra.

Jai Sevalal Kaho, Sada Sukhi Raho: Goaar Girls attending Shri Guru Sevalal Shobha Yaatra at Hospet.

Goaars attending the Shri Guru Sevalal Shobha Yaatra at Hospet.

Goaar Boys dancing in the procession of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Hospet.

Energetic Organizers of the function in a group photo: President L.D. Laxman and others are seen in this group photo.

Goaar girls celebrating Teej (traditional festival of Goaars). Goaar Girls holding Teej Baskets on their heads.

Hospet, Karnataka: On 21.02.2010 Sunday BANJARA (LAMBANI) NAUKARARA SAMUHA KUTA, HOSPET with the help of other trusts and community associations celebrated Shri Guru SEVALAL MAHARAJ's 271st jayanti at Sahakari Kalyana Mantapa very successfully with an holy procession alongwith bursting crackers, Band Baja and Dollu etc.

Shri Sidhalinga Swami ji, Lingasgur and Sri Shankarlinga Swamiji, Rural Thanda inaugurated the function by lighting the lamps. Ram Chandra Bhagwandas, Anekal Thanda lights the Sri Guru Sevalal Maharaj's “bhog”. The most popular MLA of Vijaynagar city (Hospet) Shri B.S. Anand Singh participated as president of the function. The following people participated as chief guests of the function: Mr. B. Bhagya Naik (CEE, K.P.T.C.L, Bagalkot), Mr. A. R Chavan (Forest officer), Mr. Bhojya Naik (E.E.), Dr. Shankar Naik, Mr. Ganapati K. Lamani (Principal), Mr. D. Narayan, (Public Prosecutor), Mr. Motilal (PSI), Mr. Veer Singh Naik (AEE), Mr. Ramji Naik, Mr. Laxman L.D (President of Banjara Lambani Naukarara Samuha Kuta), Mr. D. Krishna Naik, Mr. Ekambresh Naik, Mr. Dharma Naik and Mr. Hanuma Naik.

Shri Sidhalinga Swami Ji in his blessings told consumption of alcohol should be stopped and people should be made aware of what it leads to and give concentration on development of the society. Mr. D. Narayan gave welcome speech. Mr. Bhagya Naik CEE, K.P.T.C.L addressed the gathering. Both Swami Ji distributed the mementos to all the dignitaries.

The most popular MLA of Vijaynagar city (Hospet) Shri B.S Anand Singh gave a presidential speech and declared Rupees 10 lakhs and land for building a "Samudaya Bhavan" and he assured to bringing up the problems of Banjara community in front of the Government. For this youths of Goaar community have to come up to bring their community to a good position.

He also told that Banjaras are hard workers. Ladies of this community sell wood cut from forests and lead there life. There are many educated people in Banjara community. Youths have to take their help and have to come up.

Banjara community has its own culture and customs. They have to keep and follow them till the end. People in Thandas are addicted to alcohol and have spoiled their lives. Educated people have to help them to stop it and make their children to go to schools and educate them so that they can lead a happy life. Everyone should follow the speeches of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj and follow the right path.

Hagaribommani Halli and Hadagali taluks elected MLAs should discuss and fight for the facilities and community in Assembly. Banjara community or union should be created in all taluks and such gatherings and functions should be organized in State levels also. He also said that I will personally support you people to come up and it’s my promise.

Following are the people who directly or indirectly played main role in making this function a grand success: D. Chandra Naik, D. Venkatesh Naik, Kumar Naik, B. D. Rajput, Veeresh Naik, Gajanana Naik, Badrnarayana, K. Hemla Naik, Shankar Naik, Muralidhar, Govinda Naik, M.C. Gudimani, M. Nagraj Naik, Narayan, Lakshman, Rammurthy, Kalya Naik.

Before the function there was a Shobha Yaatra (procession) of Shri Guru Sevalal Maharaj. Shobha Yaatra Started at 10 am. About 21 girls troop, 21 ladies with Banjara community traditional dress, 21 boys with Tamate, Nagara, Dollu and Band Baja were all there in the procession and all gents worn petas which was the main attaraction of that procession. About 2000 people participated. Procession started from Shanbagh circle through Ashok circle–bus stand–Hampi road circle–Gandhi chowk–Darga masjid–Udhyog petrol bunk–Madakari nayak circle–Valmki circle and then reached Sahakari Kalyana Mantapa at 1 pm. The procession was very grand and with the sayings “JAI SEVALAL”, “LAL LAL SEVALAL”, “BHAYA BHAYA SEVABHAYA”, “YADI YADI MARIYAMMA YADI” which attaracted the people of Hospet. This was the first time in the history of Hospet that such procession was done by Proud Banjara community.

Mr. Shankar Naik anchored the function and Mr. Gopi Naik gave vote of thanks.

After the function lunch was also arranged for the people gathered over there.

Prepared By
Asha Latha B.E., Hospet

Reported By
Mr. Laxman L.D.,
D.M.T.E, B.COM., LL.B, MA, President, Banjara (Lambani) Naukarara Samuha Kuta,
D.NO-409/03, 1st floar, 31st ward, Dam Road,
Opposite KEB, Nehru Colony, HOSPET-583201
HOSPET (TQ), BELLARY (Distt.), KARNATAKA
Email id: ldlaxman.banjara@gmail.com
Cell No: 09480729418
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271st Jayanti of Shri Guru Sevalal celebrated in Goa

VASCO: The Banjara Community of Goa recently celebrated the 271st Birth Anniversary of Saint Shree Sevalal Maharaj. The celebrations were organised by Shree Sevalal Seva Samiti (SSSS) in association with All Goa Banjara Samaj Welfare Association (AGBSWA) at Katem-Baina temple, recently.

Religious leaders from Karnataka, Shree Somling Maharaj, Kasarhatti Swami, Kumar Maharaj, Nagesh Pujari, Hirappa Pujari were present at the function and gave Pravanchans. Large crowds had gathered at the Shree Sevalal and Durga Devi Temple, Katem-Baina for the function.

The function was attended by the Revenue Minister, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza, Mormugao MLA, Mr Milind Naik, former Congress MLA from Bijapur, Mr Manohar Ainapur, Ms. Ainapur, Sancoale village panchayat sarpanch, Ms Sharada Rathod, former Mormugao Council chairperson, Mr Kritesh Gaonkar, Bagalkot Zilla Panchayat member, Mr Rangappa H Goudar, MMC councillor, Mr Seby D’Souza, projected state NCP youth president, Mr Gregorio Fernandes, businessman, Mr Rajan Bhosle and Mr Premanand Nanoskar.

In his discourse, Shree Shiddalingeshwar Maharaj explained what Hindutva was all about and spoke on the rich cultural heritage of the Banjaras. “Respect your religion and culture, don’t disgrace it, the whole world respects the rich cultural heritage of Hindus,” Shiddalingeshwar Maharaj said.

Shree Somling Maharaj in his address said that bad habits ruin the spiritual, cultural and social life of an individual. He said people spoil their entire life by adopting bad habits like drinking, smoking, gambling, etc. He urged people to follow the spiritual path and dedicate their time to spiritual activity.

The chief guest, Revenue Minister, Mr Jose Philip D’ Souza appreciated the Banjara community’s contribution to Goa’s development.

Mormugao MLA, Mr Milind Naik echoing similar sentiments said that the Banjara community should give importance to education as this community is talented and hardworking.

Former MLA from Bijapur, Mr Manohar Ainapur urged the state government and Revenue Minister to help the Banjara community that had been displaced due to the proposed four-lane NH-17B.

The SSSS along with AGBSWA felicitated 12 Goans on this festive occasion. The Shree Sevalal Maharaj Scholarship was awarded to meritorious students of the Banjara community.

Those felicitated were – Mr Basappa Bhavsang Naik (Katem-Baina), Mr Harishchandra Mr Ratnappa Naik (Mangor Hill), Mr Shankar Gangaram Chavan (Shantinagar), Mr Shivaji Keshappa Kattimani (Dabolim), Mr Kashinath Dhirappa Lamani (Birla-Zuarinagar), Mr Yankappa D Lamani (Shatyanarayan Temple Birla), Mr Desai Lachappa Kattimani (Cansaulim), Mr Tarasingh Rajput (Margao), Mr Ramesh Ramchandra Pawar (Calangute), Mr Laxman K Chavan (Panjim), Mr Basappa Kankappa Sangodi (Katem-Baina), and Ms Makanabai Rammappa Lamani (Katem-Baina).

The Shree Sevalal Maharaj Scholarship was awarded to SSC topper Ms Kavita R Rathod from Birla. For the Higher Secondary category Mr Shridhar B Lamani and Mr Anil Pandappa Lamani won the scholarship.

Earlier, a procession of Saint Sevalal alongwith Kumar Maharaj, Nagesh Pujari was held. SSSS President, Mr Suresh Rajput compered the function, Mr B B Nayak welcomed the guest and Mr Suresh Lamani proposed the vote of thanks. (With thanks from navhindtimes.in)
Posted on March 8, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

271st Jayanti of Sevalal Ji Maharaj celebrated at Sevagad

A Report through the eye of Camera:

Birth Anniversary of Sant Shree Sevalal Maharaj: Every year trust celebrates the birth anniversary of Sant Shree Sevalal Maharaj on 15th February. A huge gathering takes place on 14, 15 and 16th of February for Darshan, prayer and Mahabhog ceremonies of Sant Shree Sevabhaya. Co-operation and help arrives from every sector of the community, government machinery etc. for the birth anniversary celebration.

Jai Jai Guru Sevalal! Teri Ho Rahi Jai Jaikaar!!

Sevagad Trust Member Shri Harilal Naik and others.

Devotees from All over India attending the Sevalal Jayanti.

Memory of Late Shri Ranjit Naik: Founder of Sevagad Trust: It is our bounded duty to pay our tribute to late Shri Ranjit P. Naik who was spirit behind for location of this holy place by spending huge amount and sweat. We pray to God to bestow peace for his soul and inspire us to fulfill his aspiration and ideal. The Trust is registered under the leadership of late Shri Ranjit Naik Pujari (Founder President of the Trust and the then President of All India Banjara Seva Sangh) at the office of sub-registrar (Assurance) Gooty, Andhra Pradesh on 23.7.2001 under Indian Trust Act, 1882 by the following 25 founder Trustees from all over India.

Goaar Ladies in their traditional dresses at 271st Jayanti of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj.

A Scene of celebrations of 271st Jayanti of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Sevagad.

A scene of huge gathering of devotees of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Sevagad.

Goaars coming at Sevagad to pay their tribute to Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj.

Goaars/Goaarnis coming at Sevagad in their traditional colorfull dresses.

Devotees of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj chanting "Sevabhaya Amar Rahe"

Shri Harilal Naik, Member of Sevagad Trust watching the arrangements done by Trust.

Dhan Dhan Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj

Statue of Sevabhaya: The statue of Sant Shree Sevalal Maharaj is carved in one piece best quality Makrana marble stone by Shri Kamal Pandey and Harish Kumar Pandey. The statue height is 6’1” and Sevabhaya is in sitting posture giving blessings to his devotees.

Shri Harilal Naik and other VIPs recieved warm welcome at Sevagad.

Devotees attending Hawan in front of the Temple of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj.

Devotees of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj showing their devotion.

Sevagad Trust Member Shri Harilal Naik with others at 271st Jayanti.

Posted on March 5, 2010-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Banjara Holi at Yelahanka, Bangalore on February 27

Posted on February 24, 2010---------------------------------------------------------------------------

19 Goaars recieved Banjara Bhushan Awards at Pusad

Shri Shankar Ade (Journalist), Dr. Shri Ram Pawar, Prof. Chander Kant Pawar and others recieved Banjara Bhushan Awards!

Banjara Bhushan Award presented to Shri Shankar Ade (Editor, Washim Wartahar and representative Banjara Times) by Shri Manoharrao Naik, Cabinet Minister for Food and Drug Administration Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Rathod M.P. Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Suman Ramesh Rathod M.L.A. Andhra Pradesh, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat Ex Minister Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Anita Manoharrao Naik, Shri Sanjay Rathod M.L.A., Shri Udai Rathod District Collector Washim, Mrs. Rekha Rathod All India Banjara Seva Sangh Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Jyoti Chavhan Parbhani, Mr. Pradeep Naik MLA, Dr. T.C. Rathod State President All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Mrs. Saunanda Ade (Wife of Shri Shankar Ade), Shri Narsingh Ade (Father of Shri Shankar Ade) also joined this moment.

Banjara Bhushan Award presented to Miss Neeta Pawar by Shri Manoharrao Naik, Cabinet Minister for Food and Drug Administration Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Rathod M.P. Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Suman Ramesh Rathod M.L.A. Andhra Pradesh, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat Ex Minister Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Anita Manoharrao Naik, Shri Sanjay Rathod M.L.A., Shri Udai Rathod District Collector Washim, Mrs. Rekha Rathod All India Banjara Seva Sangh Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Jyoti Chavhan Parbhani, Mr. Pradeep Naik M.L.A., Dr. T.C. Rathod State President All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Mr. Deshmukh Pawar (Father of Miss Neeta Pawar), Shri Narender Pawar (Brother of Miss Neeta Pawar) also joined this moment.

Shri Manoharrao Naik, Food and Drug Administration Minister Maharashtra speaking at the Banjara Bhushan Awards Function.

Prof. Sanjay Chavhan (Coordinator) speaking at the Banjara Bhushan Awards distribution function at Pusad on February 21, 2010.

Dr. Shriram pawar is honoured with prestigious BANJARA BHUSHAN award for his outstanding work about Languishing Banjara embroidery at PPUSAD on February 21, 2010 by Shri Manoharrao Naik, Cabinet Minister for Food and Drug Administration Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Rathod M.P. Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Suman Ramesh Rathod M.L.A. Andhra Pradesh, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat Ex Minister Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Anita Manoharrao Naik, Shri Sanjay Rathod M.L.A., Shri Udai Rathod District Collector Washim, Mrs. Rekha Rathod All India Banjara Seva Sangh Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Jyoti Chavhan Parbhani, Mr. Pradeep Naik M.L.A., Dr. T.C. Rathod State President All India Banjara Seva Sangh.Only 19 personalities from country were awarded this award.

Banjara Bhushan Award presented to Prof. Chander Kant Pawar by Shri Manoharrao Naik, Cabinet Minister for Food and Drug Administration Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Rathod M.P. Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Suman Ramesh Rathod M.L.A. Andhra Pradesh, Shri Amar Singh Tilawat Ex Minister Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Anita Manoharrao Naik, Shri Sanjay Rathod M.L.A., Shri Udai Rathod District Collector Washim, Mrs. Rekha Rathod All India Banjara Seva Sangh Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Jyoti Chavhan Parbhani, Mr. Pradeep Naik M.L.A., Dr. T.C. Rathod State President All India Banjara Seva Sangh. In this picture Prof. Chander Kant Pawar is seen at Pohradevi on the eve of Bhajan Sandhya (2009).

A scene of attendees at the function organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh Maharashtra State Unit and Maharashtra Banjara Karamchari Sangh Branch Pusad. Banjara Bhushan Awards Function was held at Baba Saheb Naik Maha Vidyalya Sabhagreh Pusad on February 21, 2010.

One more scene of gathering at the function organized by All India Banjara Seva Sangh Maharashtra State Unit and Maharashtra Banjara Karamchari Sangh Branch Pusad. Banjara Bhushan Awards Function was held at Baba Saheb Naik Maha Vidyalya Sabhagreh Pusad on February 21, 2010.

Shri Vasantrao Ji Naik Pusad (Maharashtra), February 22, 2010 (Shankar Ade): All India Banjara Seva Sangh Maharashtra State Unit and Maharashtra Banjara Karamchari Sangh Branch Pusad organized Banjara Bhushan Awards Function at Baba Saheb Naik Maha Vidyalya Sabhagreh Pusad on February 21, 2010. National Level Banjara Bhushan Awards were given in the memory of Shri Vasantrao Naik and at state level Banjara Bhushan were given in the memory of Shri Sudhakarrao Naik.

In this function Banjara Bhushan Awards presented to 19 Goaar Personalities who achieved extra ordinary in the different fields of human life.

Shri Manoharrao Naik, Cabinet Minister for Food and DrugAdministration Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Rathod M.P. Adilabad, AndhraPradesh, Mrs. Suman Ramesh Rathod M.L.A. Andhra Pradesh, Shri AmarSingh Tilawat Ex Minister Andhra Pradesh, Mrs. Anita Manoharrao Naik,Shri Sanjay Rathod M.L.A., Shri Udai Rathod District Collector Washim,Mrs. Rekha Rathod All India Banjara Seva Sangh Andhra Pradesh, Mrs.Jyoti Chavhan Parbhani, Mr. Pradeep Naik MLA, Dr. T.C. Rathod StatePresident All India Banjara Seva Sangh distributed the Banjara BhushanAwards.

Personalities who achieved Banjara Bhushan Awards are asfollowed: Shri Shankar Ade (Editor, Washim Wartahar and representativeBanjara Times), Dr. Shriram Pawar (Researcher on Banjara Embroidery),Prof. Chanderkant Pawar (Banjara Natya Kala, Mumbai and Producer ofMovie “Saint Shri Sevalal”), Miss Neeta Pawar (Banjara Dance), ShriAmit Rathod (IPS), Shri Sandeep Rathod (IAS), Shri Yogesh Rathod (ParaMilitary), Shri Dinesh Rathod (Yoga, Digras), Dr. M.R. Megawat (LokSeva, Pusad), Dr. Ramesh Jadhav (Banjara Literature, Aurangabad), ShriSitaram Jadhav (Agriculture), Shri Karan Chavhan (Darwa), Shri AmolJadhav (Cine Actor, Pusad), Shri Anil Rathod (Athlete, Village Gahuli),Shri Nitin Jadhav (Wrestling), Shri Abhijit Rathod (Comedy, Akola),Miss Archana Namdeo Chavhan (Women Border Battalion Para Commander),Miss Shilpa Rathod (National Sports) and Shri Datta Rathod (StateTransport Bus Driver).

All speakers at this function appealed tothe Goaar Community to preserve their mother tongue "Goaar Boli" andtheir Goaar Culture. Speakers said that if our Goaar culture and Goaarboli died then understood, we Goaars died. So every Goaar should makesure our culture and boli stay alive in our future generations.

Posted on February 22, 2019-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Sevagad Trust: Annual Report

SANT SHREE SEVALAL MAHARAJ CHARITABLE TRUST - SEVAGAD
Ninth Annual Report
(15.02.2009 to 14.02.2010)

Dear Honourable Members,

We have great pleasure in presenting the Ninth Annual Report (15.02.2009 to 14.02.2010) together with the statements of accounts for the financial year ended on 31st March 2009 duly audited by the Chartered Accountants M/s. D.H. Rama Associates for the record and approval of general body. With your inflinching faith and confidence, our Trust has completed 9 glorious years and enters the 10th year with the same zeal and vigour for serving the entire fraternity.

Please click on this link for the full Report of Sevagad Trust: Sevagad Trust

Posted on February 17, 2010--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Shri Guru Sevalal Jayanti celebrated at Phagwara, Punjab

Honor of Dr. Jiwan Bakhshi Ph.D.: Shri Guru Sevalal Society Mohalla Dharamkot Phagwara celebrated 271st Jayanti of Goaar Saint Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Mohalla Dharamkot Phagwara on February 15, 2010. Prof. Motiraj Rathod, Shri Shankar Ade Journalist, Shri Ulhaas Rathod, Shri Lakhbir Lakha, Shri Beera Ram M.C., Shri Darshan Lal Dharamsot, Shri Sunil Khanna, Shri Jagga Ram Dharamsot, Shri Dharam Pal Dharamsot, Shri Jagir Singh Bartia, Advocate Sham Singh Muchhaal, Shri Charan Singh Nayak, Shri Mahinder Pal Parwana, Shri Som Nath, Shri Sucha Singh Engineer, Shri Hans Raj Valjot, Ex Councillor, Shri Amarjit Dharamsot, Shri Harbans Lalka, Shri Sukhdev Dharamsot attended the function. (Photos: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Dr. Suraj Badtia Ph.D.: Advocate Sham Singh Muchhaal, Shri Lakhbir Lakha, Shri Beera Ram M.C., Mrs. Kaushal Pawar, Shri Darshan Lal Dharamsot are seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Dr. Darshan Singh Valjot Ph.D.: Advocate Inder Singh Valjot, Shri Darshan Singh Lehil, Shri Dharam Pal Dharamsot, Shri Ashok Kamal (Stage Secretary), Shri Beera Ram Valjot M.C. are seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Dr. Mohan Tyagi (Ph.D.): Shri Charan Singh Nayak, Shri Dharam Pal Dharamsot, Shri Beera Ram Valjot M.C., Shri Darshan Lal Dharamsot, Shri Lakhbir Lakha, Shri Paramjit Dharamsot are seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Dr. Prem Muchhaal Ph.D.: Shri D.C. Muchhaal, Shri Dharam Pal Dharamsot, Shri Lakhbir Lakha, Shri Paramjit Dharamsot are seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Chief Guest Prof. Motiraj Rathod Writer(Aurangabad, Maharashtra). (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Shri Shankar Ade Journalist from Pohradevi: Members of Shri Guru Sevalal Society Mohalla Dharamkot Phagwara honoring Shri Shankar Ade.

Honor of Shri Ulhaas Rathod, Mumbai: Members of Shri Guru Sevalal Society honoring Shri Ulhaas Rathod. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Honor of Shri Harbans Lalka, President, Punjab Unit of All India Banjara Seva Sangh. Shri Sunil Khanna, Shri D.C. Muchhaal, Shri Jagga Ram Dharamsot, Shri Sucha Singh Dharamsot and Advocate Sham Singh Muchhaal are seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Jai Jai Guru Sevalal Audio C.D. released at 271st Jayanti of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Mohalla Dharamkot, Phagwara, Punjab. Goaar Singer Shri Lakhbir Lakha and Miss Gurinder Naaz are the singers of this Audio C.D. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Ashok Kamal giving interview to the T.V. Channels. Prof. Motiraj Rathod, Dr. Jiwan Bakhshi, Shri Shankar Ade, Shri Jagga Ram Dharamsot, Shri Kashmir Singh Lalka are also seen in the picture. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)

Prof. Motiraj Rathod from Aurangabad, Maharashtra making speech at the occasion of 271st Jayanti of Shri Guru Sevalal Ji Maharaj at Mohalla Dharamkot, Phagwara on February 15, 2010. (Photo: Ritesh Kamal)
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