Rons Bantwal

Mumbai, Sep 15: "When our thoughts, ideas, and attitudes become positive, the projects we undertake will naturally and successfully bear fruit. It is only by the grace of the deities that all of us have come together in this land of action, working unitedly for the development of our sacred shrine. The heroic twin brothers of Tulu Nadu, Koti and Chennaya, who stood firmly against injustice and unrighteousness, and always fought for truth, dharma, and justice, gave the Baidarkala temple its own unique history, significance, and spiritual tradition. Therefore, those who take part in its service must remain sincerely active with genuine devotion. Only with devotion can one receive the blessings of the shrine," said Nityananda D Kotian, president of the Thonse Shree Brahma Baidarkala Pancha Dhoomavathi Garodi Seva Trust Mumbai.

N D Kotian presided over and addressed the 7th Annual General Meeting of TSBPDPGS Trust, Mumbai, held on Sunday evening at the Club House Auditorium of Solitaire Corporate Park, Andheri East. Speaking on the occasion, he said, "Our Garodi, which is founded on the idea of equality for all, is not limited only to the Billava community. It is a place of devotion for all faithful believers, and thus, it stands as a center of equality for everyone. The development of such a spiritual center is everyone’s responsibility. Harmony and unity are the essence of the shrine’s blessings. Carrying forward the legacy of such a shrine must be our true achievement."

Vice presidents of the Trust D B Amin, C K Poojary and Vishwanath Tonse, honorary secretary Sanjeeva Poojary Thonse, treasurer Raviraj Kalyanpur were present on the dais. The meeting commenced with the garlanding of Shree Brahma Baidarkala’s portrait, prayers, remembrance of Brahmashree Narayana Guru, offering of flowers to the statue of Koti Chennaya, and lighting of the ceremonial lamp by president Kotyan.

Also, present was joint secretary Karunakar B.Poojary, joint treasurer Vijay Sanil, advisor V C Poojary, executive committee members Ashok M Kotian, Anand Jathan, Krishna Palan, Uday N Poojari and from the women’s wing Heera D Amin, Bharati S Suvarna, Mrudula A Kotian, Sulochana R Poojary along with many members.

On this occasion, the couple V C Poojari and Girija V Poojari were felicitated and congratulated as they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.

D B Avin delivered the welcome address. Karunakar B Poojary read out the previous AGM report. Raviraj Kalyanpur presented the last year’s financial statement. Mrudula Kotyan gave information about the fundraising activities. Members including V C Poojary, Ashok M Kotian and others shared their views and conveyed their best wishes for the service of the Trust. Sanjeeva Poojary Thonse proposed vote of thanks.