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As the new semester starts school stationery was distributed to high school students. Under the education aid scheme of Siddha Yoga Dham, children from surrounding villages of Siddhaloka receive books, uniforms, scholarships etc. every year.

Param Poojya Sri Gurudev was invited by Bangalore Doordarshan Senior Director for a recording of the program ‘Margdarshan’(guidance) on 17th June. The program was recorded in six parts of 15 minutes duration. The program will be aired in the month of August.

Param Poojya Sri Gurudev’s grace knows no bounds and HIS presence can be felt by devotees all over the world. Pallavi priya from California (USA) writes “For the past few days, I have been silent for long hours during the day. I felt the nearness of Param Poojya Swamiji constantly. The feeling was blissful and I am feeling delighted since then. It seemed I was intoxicated with joy.

These days, I am reading the book 'Autobiography of a Yogi' and during the course I realize Param Poojya Swamiji's grace and blessings. Later I got an opportunity of talking to Param Poojya Sri Gurudev, HE explained the power of mauna (silence) - quoting a mantra from the Vedas. Everything can be achieved by the power of silence.”

The valedictory function of the year long Muktananda Centenary Celebrations was held with great splendor at Siddhaloka on 19.05.2008, Sri Buddha Poornima. On 18th morning the stage was set and tents were erected. Paramahansa Muktananda’s pictures were positioned in the background. Bhagwan Nityananda’s and Baba’s photo was placed for worship.

On 19th morning the finishing touch was given to the stage and sitting arrangements for the public. At 10 AM vehicles, specially arranged for devotees, started arriving from different places. The banner of Siddhaloka could be seen on every vehicle. Participants were welcomed at the reception counter with great love and respect.

Sharp at 11’o clock Param Poojya Sri Gurudev and the leaders of the program Dr. Mahesh Joshi, Senior Director Bangalore Doordarshan & Sri Ishwar Daitota, Editor Times of India (Kannada) took their seats. The program commenced with the prayer “Satyada Jyotiya Belagisu” (Light the flame of truth). Param Poojya Sri Gurudev welcomed all and introduced the guests and artists in HIS charming voice. HE spoke on the importance of Sri Buddha Poornima, the birthday of Gautham Buddha, the 23rd incarnation of Lord Narayana 2600 years ago, who spread the message of love throughout the world. HE said that hundred years ago Bhagwan Nityananda appeared in a cave located in a dense forest in Neeleshwar state. HE looked like a boy of 14 years seated on a large deer skin. The same day in the vicinity of Mangalore, Paramahansa Muktananda was born under a coconut tree when HIS mother was washing her face.

After the address by Param Poojya Sri Gurudev the multicoloured program started with the Bhajans composed by HIM rendered by Smt. Prema and group. Dr. Mahesh Joshi spoke about the Siddhas who have incarnated to awaken the consciousness of people. Sri Ishwar Daitota told about his experiences with Param Poojya Sri Gurudev from childhood till now.

The mementoes and garlands were offered to the guests, artists and an elderly devotee who has served Param Poojya Sri Gurudev earnestly.

After the Arati was waved to the Siddhas the grand feast was orderly served to the large gathering present.

Param Poojya Sri Gurudev was invited by Udaya TV (Kannada Channel) for an interview on the topic of Shaktipat. The program was telecasted on 12th and 13th May. Devotees all over the world watched the one hour interview named ‘Samvedane’ (sensitivity).

The devotees rushing to touch the holy feet after the program

Param Poojya Sri Gurudev presided over a religious convention on 15th April at Hiriyur, Chitradurga district of Karnataka state. Several scholars expressed their views on religion. In HIS presidential address, HE touched various important facts of religion and explained that religion essentially means righteousness i.e. the right way of living. Param Poojya Sri Gurudev strongly disapproved the modern style of living of the employees of Multi National Companies which results in physical and mental diseases and destruction of culture. HE concluded the speech with giving 100% assurance of liberation from all sorrows through Shaktipat Deeksha to everyone present.

Welcome to the path of liberation on the day of welfare

‘Sri MahaShivaratri’ by Cdr. Arun J. Rao

* After closing my eyes and before Guruji touched my forehead, I heard a singing voice in my left ear. After receiving Shaktipat my ‘I’ altogether vanished.

* After the initiation I am now the slave of the Siddha Guru . I don’t want anything more and I have surrendered all to my Guruji. I have experienced peace of mind.

* The Shaktipat programme was a very unique and interesting experience for me.

* I saw the divine aura and the face of a Siddha illuminated.

These are a few experiences explained by the participants of Siddha Meditation Intensive held on 5th March 2008. Smt Anupam from Jalandhar, Punjab received Shaktipat by remote. Later, over telephone, she narrated her experiences. “One day before the initiation, when I was preparing myself for the same I experienced a large lotus blooming in my crown head. During the initiation I experienced the vibrations between the eyebrows and felt a deep calmness and peace for a long time.”

People from Switzerland, Pune, Bangalore city and Bangalore Rural District participated.

Param Poojya Sri Gurudev’s dream ‘Siddhaloka’ stepped into its 17^th year on 15^th January. This occasion falling on the auspicious makar sankranti day was celebrated in a special way. Siddha yoga flag was hoisted at 5 in the morning followed by mass chanting of the holy Gurugita. The devotees including guests from France then received the Prasad of pongal. Voluntary service was offered for ashram chores. In the evening children enjoyed the scrumptious meal of Makar sankranti.

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