State Meet, SSSSO, Telangana

Jan. 28, 2024

State Meet, SSSSO, Telangana

Date: 28-01-2024

Venue: Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vihar School, Hyderabad

Introduction:

On 28^th January 2024, the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations, Telangana, held a state-level meeting at Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vihar School, Hyderabad. The meeting brought together coordinators from various levels, including State, District, Samithi, and Bhajan mandali, to discuss and plan various initiatives and activities.

Program Highlights:

1. Opening Ceremonies:

The program commenced with the Divine atmosphere set by Vedic chants and Bhajans. The Prashanti flag hoisting was conducted by Sri P. Venkata Rao, the State President of SSSSO, Telangana, followed by Jyothi Prajwalana by all delegates from both gents and ladies.

2. Welcome Address:

A Malleshwara Rao, the District President of SSSSO, Hyderabad, delivered the welcome address, setting a warm and inclusive tone for the meeting.

3. Organizational Expansion Speech:

Sri P. Venkata Rao, State President of SSSSO, Telangana shared insights into the expansion plans and vision for the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations in Telangana state.

4. Individual Practice and Organisational Importance:

Sri Madiraju Ramachandra Rao emphasized the significance of individual spiritual practice and the importance of organisations, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

5. Strengthening the Spiritual Wing:

Sri R. Anil Kumar, the Spiritual Coordinator of SSSSO, Telangana, discussed strategies for strengthening the spiritual wing, emphasizing Awareness, Attitude, and Activities (3A’s). Sri Phanindra, State Vedam Coordinator, SSSSO, Telangana, shared insights on expanding the Vedam chanting in various areas and organising in specific possible days at the Samithi level like Arudra nakshatram day(Swamy birth star), Before Bhajan and Every Masa Sivaratri or near Sunday.. etc

6. Education and Vidya Jyothi Program:

Sri S. Harinath Reddy, the State Education Coordinator, SSSSO, Telangana highlighted the importance of Balvikas, identified and trained gurus. The expansion of the Education in Human Values (EHV) program to government schools. This initiative aims to impart moral and ethical values to students, contributing to their holistic development. To successfully implement the EHV program, there was a call to encourage more youth and devotees to undergo training as Education Instructors (EIs). These individuals play a crucial role in delivering the EHV curriculum effectively and inspiring students to lead value-based lives. Rama Naga Krishna presented a video about the Vidya Jyothi program and discussed plans for expanding schools in the future.

7. Service Activities:

Various coordinators, including Sri A. Vasudeva Rao (State Service Coordinator), Sri S. Yadagiri Rao (State Incharge for Prashanti Service), Sri Bhaskar Rao (State Icharge for medical Services) and Sri Lakshmi Narayana (State Incharge for Tribal development) provided insights into service activities, medical services, Prashanti services and Tribal area services initiatives in Telangana.

8. Women's Service Activities and Spirituality:

Smt. Geetha Pavani, State Service Coordinator (Ladies), Smt. Lakshmi Kantham State Spiritual Coordinator (Ladies) and Smt. Madhavi Latha Reddy, State skill development Incharge of SSSSO, Telangana, respectively, addressed the gathering, discussing the state of women’s service activities. Spirituality and skill development activities in Telangana.

9. Closing Speech:

Sri P. Venkata Rao, in his final address, covered all wings' activities, summarizing the key points discussed during the meeting.

10. Interactive Activities:

The meeting concluded with interactive activities, including Visarjana and Samuparjana, encouraging participants to reflect on personal growth by adopting positive qualities.

11. Program Conclusion:

The event concluded with the offering of Mangala Harathi, symbolizing the end of a fruitful and inspiring state-level meeting.

Conclusion:

The state-level meeting of SSSSO, Telangana served as a platform for comprehensive discussions on various organizational activities, strategies, and plans. The diverse range of topics covered, along with the interactive sessions, demonstrated the commitment and enthusiasm of the coordinators toward the noble causes championed by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba's teachings. The meeting concluded with a sense of unity, purpose, and dedication to service and spirituality.

Jai Sairam

Photos link:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nRCeZht1U77M5oxv8nvk7llRBuGfFeNI
 

Ramesh