As Pujya Gurudevshri graced Australia, the atmosphere shone up with devotion, hearts bloomed in love, and a longing for inner awakening was rekindled.

Melbourne, the cultural heart of Victoria, celebrated for its art, cuisine, sports, and vibrant spirit, stood still in admiration as Pujya Gurudevshri arrived. His gracious hosts, Akshay-Sahani Kurwa, offered a heartfelt welcome, filling the air with love, reverence, and joyous anticipation.

Pujya Gurudevshri’s two enriching discourses at the Kingston City Hall stirred innumerable hearts, illuminating the inner path. With His characteristic warmth, He explained that devotion loses its essence without love, sincerity, and awareness. He inspired seekers to turn inward, transcend the illusions of ego, and shift from doing to being. The atmosphere in the hall was charged up as hearts opened in reverence and gratitude for the Master’s transforming grace. Amongst the eminent attendees present were OAM MP – Labor Member for the South Eastern Metropolitan Region in the Victorian Legislative Council, Lee Tarlamis; President of the Hindu Society of Victoria, Usha Gullapalli; Chairperson of Jain International Trade Organisation, Australia, Bina Shah; Head of Community Outreach Public Relations, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Melbourne, Pinku Rampura and Secretary and Vice President of Hindu Organisation Temples and Association Forum, Sharma V N Betanabhatla.

The Master sanctified numerous homes through His pious padhramanis, filling hearts with purity and peace. The Divine was consecrated in the homes and hearts of Akshay-Sahani Kurwa, Kalpesh-Mamata Madia, and Vishal-Hiral Chavda through a blissful pratishtha, marking the creation of holy spaces infused with devotion. Prior to the pratishtha ceremony, Pujya Gurudevshri blessed the gathering through an aweinspiring Udghosh, waking every soul to the sanctity of the moment.

Devotees were blessed with a joyous day-long retreat overflowing with devoutness and delight. Hearts danced in rhythm as seekers expressed their joy of being with the beloved Master through soulful songs, vibrant dances, and an earnest skit. The day pulsated with energy as Pujya Gurudevshri delivered a mesmerising Sadguru Capsule, filling every aspirant with insight and inspiration. This was followed by a thought-provoking session by Atmarpit Nemiji. The celebration culminated in a spellbinding nrutyabhakti, where devotion found its most graceful expression through movement, music, and sheer bliss.

Sydney, Australia’s largest and most vibrant city, famed for its stunning harbour, iconic landmarks, and rich cultural spirit, was blessed with the magnificent presence of Pujya Gurudevshri. His elated hosts were Dhaval–Bijal Ghelani.

November 5, the hallowed day of Kartik Purnima, sanctified by the advent of Param Krupalu Dev, shall forever shine in the spiritual history of the Australia Raj Parivar. On this auspicious day, the sacred Bhoomi Pujan of Shrimad Rajchandra Ashram, Australia was performed by Pujya Gurudevshri, marking the dawn of a new spiritual era.

Pujya Gurudevshri arrived at the Ashram site where a large gathering of devotees eagerly awaited this historic milestone. The idols of Bhagwan Mahavir and Param Krupalu Dev were adorned with fragrant garlands, and a turban was reverently placed upon Param Krupalu Dev. The morning began with the pujan of Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra, with devotees venerating all 142 verses through Ashtaprakari puja, soulful songs, graceful dances, and exuberant joy. This was followed by the Shanti Kalash Vidhi performed by Shri Abhay and Smt. Mridula Jasani, and then a puja led by Pujya Gurudevshri along with Atmarpit Nemiji, the Jasanis, Dhaval–Bijal Ghelani, and key labharthis.

At the Vijay Muhurat of 12:39 pm, the much-awaited Bhoomi Pujan commenced at the holy hands of Pujya Gurudevshri. During the Khanan Vidhi, the Master personally took up the tools to symbolically excavate the soil – blessing the land destined to cradle Shrimad Rajchandra Ashram, Australia. Labharthis, guests, and sevaks also participated with heartfelt devotion.

The ceremony culminated with Pujya Gurudevshri performing the pujan of the first brick – a radiant crystal brick symbolising purity, strength, and divine foundations. Joyous celebrations continued as Pujya Gurudevshri and Atmarpit Nemiji sprinkled gulal upon the gathering, filling the air with colours of love and unity. Every devotee present received the privilege of taking part in the Bhoomi Pujan, marking a day forever etched in the legacy of the Australia Raj Parivar.

The evening Raj Jayanti celebrations unfolded in an atmosphere of gratitude and veneration. The event began with the screening of a pravachan by Pujya Gurudevshri, followed by the Master performing the Parna Jhulan with supreme devotion, along with trustees, labharthis, and sevaks. The celebrations soared with a special bhakti led by the Mission’s Bhakti Team. The atmosphere vibrated with joyous energy as Pujya Gurudevshri joined devotees in dance, illuminating every heart with love.

In a touching finale, Bapaji blessed the sevaks who would be offering seva for the upcoming Ashram, gently placing flowers from the Parna upon their heads – symbolising divine grace and sacred responsibility.

Across His four discourses in Sydney, Pujya Gurudevshri explained that though the realm of ultimate truth may seem distant and obstacles may arise on the path, the soul’s foremost duty is to remain vigilant and steadfast in listening to, contemplating, and meditating upon that truth. He cautioned seekers that human life, though likened to a wish-fulfilling gem, is far more precious, and if spent merely in worldly pursuits, loses all its worth.

Eminent guests included Surinder Jain (Vice President, Interfaith and Hindu Hub – Hindu Council of Australia), Yogesh Sharma (CEO, Cinestar Events), Chris Thomas (CEO, Transplant Australia), Committee Members of Vitraag Jain Shwetambar Sangh–Sydney, and representatives from Satsang Sant Nirankari Bhavan and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir. Felicitations were lovingly offered to MP Warren Eric Kirby, Deputy Mayor Sandy Reddy, Councillor Sreeni Pillamarri, and Councillor Barbara Ward.

The divine padhramanis of Pujya Gurudevshri stirred waves of bliss in devotees. Dinesh–Vandana Choradiya, Bhavin–Devanshi Sanghvi, and Rahul–Bhavini Doshi received His grace through pratishthas. The ceremony was preceded by an emotional sharing by Atmarpit Nemiji.

Devotees were also blessed with a day full of cherished moments. Atmarpit Nemiji addressed the gathering with warmth and reflection, followed by lively games that filled the atmosphere with joy. Pujya Gurudevshri arrived amidst the vibrant nrutyabhakti, His presence radiating love and devotion.

This Australia Dharmayatra was truly special, and its memories will continue to shimmer, lighting the path of devotion for years to come.

On the sacred occasion of Jnan Pancham, in the divine presence of Pujya Gurudevshri, Atmarpit Nemiji conducted an inspiring session, followed by Ashtaprakari Pujan and jaaps invoking the strength of true knowledge. The celebrations concluded with children performing pujan and making their offerings with devotion.

The Diwali Shibir commenced with Pujya Gurudevshri’s profound pravachans on Natak Samaysaar’s Nirjara Dwar. With depth and compassion, the Master unveiled the timeless truths of this sacred scripture, guiding seekers through its illuminating verses. The first evening was dedicated to a quiz on Pujya Gurudevshri’s pravachans on Patrank 505 from Shrimad Rajchandraji Vachanamrut, allowing seekers to deepen their understanding and devotion through reflective study. On the second evening, devotees performed a samuhik Chopda Pujan, followed by a devotional bhakti that immersed all present to the sacred moments of Bhagwan Mahavir’s era, marking His Nirvan Kalyanak. The last evening of the Diwali Shibir witnessed a dayro by the renowned singer Sairam Dave. On the sacred morning of Bestu Varash, Pujya Gurudevshri graced the Community Gardens for Preeti Bhojan, exemplifying the Master’s boundless love and compassion. This was followed by Shri Apurva Avsar Pujan where seekers were absorbed in stillness and devotion.