Maha Pooja - Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School

On the auspicious occasion of **Vasant Panchami**, a **Maha Pooja** was conducted at **Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School, Vijayawada**, under the divine presence of **Pujya Mantra Swarup Dasji Swamiji** and **Pujya Krushna Murti Dasji Swamiji**. The sacred event was led by **Principal Shri Dinesh Sir** and **Assistant Director Shri Sreenivas Sir**, along with students and faculty members. Vasant Panchami, known as the day dedicated to **Goddess Saraswati**, the goddess of wisdom, learning, and arts, was celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm within the Gurukul premises. The spiritual vibrations of **Vedic chants and prayers** created a serene and divine atmosphere, invoking blessings for academic excellence and personal growth.

The Maha Pooja began in the **early morning hours**, with **ritualistic prayers, mantra chanting, and offerings** to the deity. The school premises were beautifully decorated with **yellow flowers**, symbolizing knowledge and prosperity. The sacred **Kalash Sthapana** (holy pot installation) was performed, followed by **Abhishekam (ritual bathing) of the idol** and the **offering of yellow-colored sweets, fruits, and traditional delicacies**. Students and teachers actively participated in the **Saraswati Vandana**, a devotional hymn dedicated to the goddess, seeking her divine blessings for wisdom and success in their academic and spiritual journeys.

Under the guidance of Pujya Mantra Swarup Dasji Swamiji and Pujya Krushna Murti Dasji Swamiji, the pooja continued with special discourses on the significance of Vasant Panchami, devotion, and the importance of true knowledge in one’s life. The Swamijis emphasized the importance of **spiritual learning along with academic education**, highlighting how both aspects lead to a fulfilled and righteous life. Their inspiring words resonated with students, encouraging them to cultivate values such as **discipline, sincerity, and devotion** in their daily lives.

The event concluded with a **grand Aarti (holy prayer)**, filling the atmosphere with **divine energy**. Students and faculty members received **prasad (blessed offerings)** as a symbol of the goddess’s grace. The Maha Pooja at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School, Vijayawada, not only reinforced the school’s commitment to academic excellence but also deepened the spiritual connection of students with their cultural heritage and Gurukul traditions.