Bengaluru Chapter

Yogiji's Bengaluru visits are always awaited with much elation and enthusiasm. The four days of his stay here were power-packed and brimming with energy.
The first day began with the setting up of the set for the shoot of a series of Yoga programme for the leading South based TV Channel, NEWS 9. After the rains stopped playing cat and mouse, we finally did manage to cap a couple of episodes on the first day. The shooting continued non-stop for the next three days, interspersed with liberal doses of fun and banter.
With each episode shot, it was amazing to see the humongous storehouse of knowledge possessed by Yogiji. We canned around ten hours of priceless Gyan, which in itself is an Encyclopedia of Vedic wisdom. What we experienced and imbibed was nothing short of a blessing. We were gifted with the treasures of the Vedic Rishis and a treasure each one of us cherished.
The nights gave way to ‘through the night’ sessions with Yogiji where we not only did dhyan in his Divine presence but were also taught various Yogic techniques to further our respective individual spiritual journeys.
Last but not the least were the plethora of ghost stories shared by Yogiji. It surely kept us in ‘high spirits’. While we continue to get goosebumps revisiting them, we are still enraptured by Yogiji's mesmerising presence in Bengaluru.

On the auspicious day of Guru Poornima, Dhyan Foundation Bengaluru volunteers did what is closest to our Guru - charity. A lot of work went into sourcing, collecting, transporting, coordinating and distributing food. It included the involvement of volunteers from all the three centres in Bengaluru who left no stone unturned to ensure that the entire process was efficiently executed.
After the regular Dhyan on Sunday, the volunteers gathered and met at the NGV slums to distribute food to thousands of slum dwellers. Children ran up to form a queue to collect their food packets, which they have now gotten accustomed to receiving every month. Adults followed suit.
All this of course, was made possible by the grace and hand of Yogiji guiding us at every step.
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Hyderabad Chapter

The Hyderabad Hoopla began on 25th March with the book reading of Yogi ji's Sanatan Kriya - 51 Miracles and a haunting...by luminaries including the Ex Governor of Sikkim V.Rama Rao ji, Dentist to the President of India- Dr.M.S.Gowd, well known Actor Shiva Krishna ji and popular dentist Dr.Rummy Azad. It later resonated with the soul stirring chants by Yogi ji which took the audience to a different plane all together.
The following day witnessed a Yoga show along with a talk by Yogi ji on Yoga - The Final Frontier at FAPPCI and KIMS Hospital which left the business men and doctors asking for more.
27th afternoon was the day the biggies of Hyderabad scurried to be in the Divine presence of Yogi ji ,to be enlightened on the power of the Vedic science.
Later in the evening, people from all walks of life gathered at the Shyam Mandir to discover the wondrous power of the Sanatan Kriya and Yogi ji's leela!
Yogi ji departed Hyderabad on 28th March leaving people with wistful thinking, lingering memories and hope for another benediction soon.

On the occasion of Guru Poornima, volunteers from the Hyderabad chapter of Dhyan Foundation visited a Government School for girls. The school provides hostel facility and education to 60 girls, studying in classes 1-10. Once a month, a visit to this school is organised. Such visits are marked by some form of cultural activity, regular Dhyan sessions, followed by langar. On Guru Poornima, we distributed snacks, chocolates, fruits, organised games which was followed by a Dhyan session. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening.

Kolkata Chapter

CLASSES AT ORAL SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN
The Oral School for Deaf Children, Kolkata, managed by the Society for Oral Education of the Deaf, is a voluntary organisation working for the education and welfare of hearing impaired children since 1964 with the objective of helping them attain some degree of basic education. The children are from various backgrounds, some from local orphanages and some from families who cannot afford to pay the fees. Such students are given scholarships. Students are also provided with hearing aids. Dhyan Foundation’s Kolkata centre holds classes once a week at the school in different batches depending on the age group.

Click here for coverage on Yogiji's visit to Kolkata

FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Daily Langars and Feed A Dog have been started at Kalighat.

For further queries contact
Ms. Anjali Burman : +919831093133

Venue	Day	Timing	Volunteer	Contact No
Gallery K2, Supracourt, 35 Lansdowne terrace, Kolkata-26	Thurs	11:00 am to 12:30 pm	Ms. Anjali Burman,Ms. Reenu Khosla	+919831093133,+919831061859
Welfare Society for the Blind, New Alipore, Kolkata	Tues	12 pm to 1 pm	Ms. Anjali Burman,Ms. Reenu Khosla	+919831093133,+919831061859

Mumbai Chapter

Dhyan Foundation Mumbai - The beginning of a new era
In February, 2011, Mumbai played gracious host to The Living Master Yogi Ashwini. Looking back, it was a visit that will define the course of modern medical science in the times to come. A visit that changed the perception of the medical fraternity about Yog and a Yogi.
The book-reading session at Oxford Bookstore saw eminent names like Ms. Jagpreet Luthra (Editor, Loksabha TV), Rear Admiral Pratap Singh Byce, Mrs. Karni Singh (wife of leading neurosurgeon Dr. Karni Singh), Mrs. Sumeet Johar (wife of Mr. Gurjeet Johar, Chairman C & C Constrcutions Ltd.) read out excerpts from the global best-seller by the Living Master- ‘Sanatan Kriya- 51 Miracles and a haunting.’ Also present on the occasion were Ms. Sabina Khurana (of the Zambon group), Mr. Nitesh Vijayvargiya (leading investment banker from Hyderabad) amongst others.
The local media after hearing excerpts from the book, were very curious as to the nature of such phenomena generally labelled as ‘miracles’. What baffled them even more was the fact that doctors were corroborating to the nature of events of their patients and given it in writing. Yet they wanted to experience and witness the power of this science, and witness they did, 2 days later at the Indian Medical Association. Click here to witness for yourself the Dhyan Foundation miracles at the Indian Medical Association.
Not too far behind the premier body, the Malad Medical Association also played gracious host to Yogi Ashwini, and doctors thronged in great numbers to hear the Living Master unravel the mysteries of the being. They also witnessed an Asana demonstration (the way asanas ought to be Sukham Sthiram Asanam) and were left baffled at the balance, calmness and control possessed by students of Yogiji. They were in awe as to how a 60-year-old woman is able to hold an asan for as long as she wished without as much as twitching a muscle. The answer to this is simple, for as Yogiji says, "You are only as young as straight your back is."

Adoption of a village in Mumbai

Dhyan Foundation Mumbai chapter is doing several outreach activities on an ongoing basis. The activities conducted recently are as below:

1. Gaushaala: Support has been rendered to a Gaushaala run by Lakshmi Narayan Mandir and Madhav Baug Charities.
2. Feed A Dog: Feeding of stray dogs has been undertaken in the Kemps Corner & Napeansea Road areas. To participate call 09819661718.
3. Food Distribution Drive: Food distribution is being done on a fortnightly basis. The locations covered are:
   • Siddhivinayak Temple
   • Near GPO, Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station
   • Outside Saibaba Temple, Lamington Road
   • Navi Mumbai
4. A talk on Yog & Sanatan Kriya on Ram Navmi
   Date : 12th April, 2011.
   Venue: Bharati Vidya Peeth, CBD Belapur, Mumbai
   The talk on the above subject at Bharati Vidya Peeth was well attended by 300+ students (of class 8, 9 & 10) and the faculty of the school. As the audience comprised mainly of young minds it was necessary to familiarize with values derived from Indian culture. To prepare the youth to face the challenges in their future life, they were exposed to the timeless principles of Yog and Sanatan Kriya, as propounded by the ancient Rishis of India, practiced and propagated without any dilutions or modifications by Dhyan Foundation.
   The pressing need to take care of the environment and nature were addressed, as it is the kids who will carry the beacon forward.
   Subsequently, a joint sapling planting exercise was undertaken along with the students. The saplings were planted in the school compound and the neighbourhood.
   At the same time, the need to provide for fellow creatures in nature was also highlighted. This was accompanied by the placing of water bowls at strategic locations around the school and other public places.
   On the whole, it was an interesting morning spent with the young who will be responsible for the future.
   
5. Langars: In addition to the regular food distribution, special Langars were organised for the needy at several locations on the occasion of Yogiji's birthday. SPARK Street Children Shelter, Dadar, Outside Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Station (Victoria Terminus), Chembur Children's Home, (Sion Trombay Road).

Venue	Day	Timing	Volunteer	Contact No
Dignity Foundation, Andheri	Friday	4pm - 6pm	Ms. Bhawna Shah/Mrs.Rashmi Tyagi	+91-9819661718/+91-9322691491
IMA Building, Behind Chandan Cinema, J.R. Mhatre Marg, Juhu	Saturday	8am - 9:30am	Ms. Bhawna Shah/Mrs.Rashmi Tyagi	+91-9819661718/+91-9322691491
Sher-e-punjab Gurudwara, Jeejamata road, Andheri east	Mon, Wed, Fri	6:30pm - 7.30pm	Ms. Bhawna Shah	+91-9819661718

Ludhiana Chapter

Yogi Ashwini’s recent visit to Punjab marks the coming of age of Dhyan Foundation Ludhiana. Read the full story of Yogiji’s trip here

For the past couple of years, Dhyan Foundation Ludhiana has been holding weekly Sanatan Kriya sessions at Lions Bhavan on Sundays. Also weekly langars are a regular feature at various locations across the city. During winters, blanket distribution drives are undertaken and blankets distributed to the homeless and needy.

Some more great news- Ludhiana branch of Anand Vidyalaya is now up and running, where kids from humble backgrounds are given the means and resources to study, learn and grow. Anand Vidyalayas are indeed a unique initiative for not only do they provide education, nourishment and confidence but also the means for these bright kids to enter the mainstream society.

fad too has kickstarted in Ludhiana and how! Street dogs are fed daily at 12 different locations in three localities namely Civil Lines, Tagore Nagar and Udham Singh Nagar. A routine monthly checkup of the canines is also undertaken by the local vets and medical aid provided to the sick animals.

You too can make a difference. For more information on Dhyan Foundation activities in Ludhiana and to become a part, write into us at info@dhyanfoundation.com or call 9814049408 or 9915583963.

Venue	Day	Timing	Volunteer	Contact No
Lions Club, Ludhiana	Sun	6:00am – 7:30am (Summers)	Mr. Amit Jain, Ms Manisha	+919814049408, +919915583963