'In the progress of others lies our own': Pujya Gnanvatsal Swamiji highlights the value of HDH Mahant Swami Maharaj
Jabalpur, November 5, 2025 – The third day of the “Jivan Utkarsh Mahotsav” (Festival of Life’s Upliftment), organized by BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Sanstha in Jabalpur, was filled with an atmosphere of inspiration, devotion, and profound life values. Today’s theme was ” In the progress of others lies our own.”
The program commenced at 6:00 PM with melodious dhuns (devotional chants) and kirtans (hymns), as sadhus and youths filled the environment with devotion through their heartfelt singing.
Following this, a video presentation, “BAPS Sanstha Parichay,” was screened, offering a brief introduction to the organization’s global humanitarian services, educational projects, and spiritual activities.
The keynote speaker, Pujya Gnanvatsal Swamiji (BAPS, Motivational Speaker), stated in his address, “True joy is found when we link our own development with the progress of others.” Through examples and inspiring........





















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