Inauguration of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur – Mulund Spiritual Centre View Photos Lamps glowed, hearts grew still, and a sacred anticipation filled the air on January 30 at the Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur Mulund Spiritual Centre. Marking a historic milestone, the inauguration brought to life the first of the many Spiritual Centres envisioned for Mumbai. While in Mulund, Pujya Gurudevshri was joyously hosted by Mayur-Sonal Shah. Grand Inauguration January 30 The inauguration commenced with the sacred kalash and ghauli ceremonies, heralding an auspicious beginning. Pujya Gurudevshri and members of the Runwal family – the Centre’s generous benefactors – unveiled the Mulund Spiritual Centre name board. The ceremonial ribbon was then cut, welcoming the Master and the laabharthis inside the Centre amid jubilation and a cascade of flowers. As they ascended the stairs, each room was inaugurated in turn, with Pujya Gurudevshri sanctifying every space through floral offerings. He inscribed ‘Tvam Sharanam’ in Gujarati on a classroom board and blessed the room by being there in serene stillness. The Multi-purpose Hall was inscribed with a shilalekh, followed by the pratishtha of Tirthankar Bhagwan, Param Krupalu Dev, and the revered Charankamal. Panels bearing verses from the pious Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra were unveiled, enriching the space with scriptural resonance. Senior Sanyasi Atmarpit Nemiji uplifted the gathering with heartfelt sharing, after which Pujya Gurudevshri blessed the congregation by reading three patras from Shrimad Rajchandra Vachanamrut. The celebrations concluded with bhakti, a soul-stirring arti by Pujya Gurudevshri along with core sevaks, and the inspiring moment of three couples embracing Ajivan Brahmacharya Vrat, bringing the inauguration to a triumphant and devotional close. Discourse by Pujya Gurudevshri January 31 Thousands of earnest seekers gathered at the Kalidas Open Ground in Mulund on the evening of January 31 to immerse themselves in an electrifying discourse by Pujya Gurudevshri. With compassion and practical insight, the Master guided seekers to recognise the immeasurable value of human life, urging them to rise above negligence, turn inward, and strive for the eternal state beyond birth and death. Through His words, seekers were inspired to strengthen their spiritual resolve and embrace clarity, discipline, and unwavering faith. The occasion also featured a moment of gratitude, as main laabharthis and dedicated sevaks of the Centre were felicitated in recognition of their selfless service. The Runwal family was lovingly honoured for their generous support and invaluable contribution towards the making of the Mulund Spiritual Centre. Samuhik Pratishtha Ceremony February 1 Mulund witnessed a sacred crescendo as the Samuhik Pratishtha Ceremony unfolded under the blessed guidance of Pujya Gurudevshri. Waves of bhakti rippled through the air – alive with soulful chants, graceful devotional movements, festive energy, and an effervescent outpouring of joy and reverence. In this hallowed atmosphere, Pujya Gurudevshri bestowed the grace of consecration upon 211 families; anchoring divine blessings in their homes and awakening spiritual resonance within their hearts. A powerful texture of collective devotion was woven on this pious evening. Padhramanis and Meetings During His three-day stay at Mulund, Pujya Gurudevshri sanctified the homes of devotees through padhramanis. At the newly inaugurated Centre, He spent generous and cherished time meeting the Enrich Your Life (EYL) group, the Mulund Raj Parivar, and the Mulund Youth Group. He also met Mumukshus from across Powai, Kanjurmarg, Bhandup, Thane, Kalyan, and Dombivli in separate groups – blessing each group with a powerful Udghosh. He also met several dignitaries, including Managing Director, Nirmal Lifestyle Ltd, Dharmesh Jain; Chairman Emeritus, Arti Industries Ltd , Chandrakant-Jaya Gogri; Owner of Vikas Constructions, Ketan-Madhu Gada; Co-Founder, Sarom Fab Private Ltd, Amarshi Shah; Managing Director, MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd., Kishor Thakkar; BJP Corporator, Hetal Gala Morvekar; Director, Shree Bidada Sarvoday Trust, Hemant Rambhia; CEO, Vishal Group of Companies, Vishal Sejpal; Author and Magazine Editor, Mumbai Samachar, Geeta Manek; Managing Director, EATA Pvt. Ltd., Batuk Shah; CFO, Defence & Space Technologies Ltd., Harsh Bhansali amongst others. The inauguration of the Mulund Spiritual Centre was the flag-off to a series of Spiritual Centres to come up in Mumbai – throbbing spaces that will bring practical spirituality into the daily lives of aspirants, connecting them to the Divine in special ways. Elevating Features of the Mulund Spiritual Centre Spread across 6,000 square feet, the Mulund Spiritual Centre offers thoughtfully designed sacred spaces that foster reflection, learning, and inner transformation: Gurumandir: Sanctum for meditation, prayer, and spiritual awakening Meditation Hall: Space for deep contemplation and inner stillness Swadhyay Hall: Dedicated 2,000 sq. ft. space for self-study, spiritual learning, and group satsangs Divine Shop: Curated space offering spiritual resources and sacred essentials Conference Rooms: Peaceful settings for meaningful dialogue and conscious collaboration.
