17,000 Hindus in South Africa gather to recite the Hanuman Chalisa !

‘Chinmaya Mission South Africa’ organised the spiritual programme ‘Man to Hanuman’

Murti of Deity Hanuman placed on the stage during the programme

Chatsworth (South Africa) – ‘Chinmaya Mission South Africa’ recently organised a spiritual programme titled ‘Man to Hanuman’ (From Man to Hanuman). It became the largest gathering of Hindus in Africa’s history. More than 17,000 devotees came together and recited the Hanuman Chalisa 27 times, Mr Aparajit Ayyar of ‘Chinmaya Mission’ told a representative of ‘Sanatan Prabhat’.

Bhajan singer Mr Anup Jalota and Pujya Swami Abhedananda Saraswati (An oil painting of Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda at the centre)

Thousands of Hindus from South Africa attending the programme

It was the dream of Pujya Swami Abhedananda Saraswati, the spiritual head of ‘Chinmaya Mission South Africa’, to bring together all Hindus under one umbrella by setting aside all social differences such as language, region and economic status. This dream was realised through this glorious programme. The event was also organised to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Global Chinmaya Mission.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends best wishes !

Prime Minister Modi’s message conveying his best wishes for the success of the programme

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a special message conveying his best wishes for the success of the programme. In his message, he praised the contribution of ‘Chinmaya Mission’ and highlighted the importance of faith and unity through prayer. The programme was also attended by renowned bhajan singer Mr Anup Jalota.