2016

The celebration of Holi is very ancient in its origin. And by its very origin, it celebrates an ultimate triumph of the 'good' over the 'evil'. While, a feast of colors associated with the Holi, is the face of this celebration, the original reason of celebrating Holi, lies in its soul. And this gives us the 'why' of this ancient festival. Literally "Holi" signifies "burning" in Indian language. But, how it came to be associated with 'burning', is a story. The reference is found only in ancient Indian mythology. And It is the legend of Hiranyakashipu, to whom the celebration of Holi is associated.

Please join us to celebrate Janmashtami.

Chadurthi is a day of importance for Lord Ganesh(Vinayaga), and is considered auspicious to initiate with any new endeavour, job or project. This occurs twice every month once during the growing moon period and once during the waning moon period. The Chadurthi which falls during the growing moon period is considered as Sankadahara Chadurthi and is considered more auspicious than the other occurance. The main Chadurthi called Sri Ganesh Chadurthi (Sri Vinayaga Chadurthi) occurs during the month of September in the growing moon period and is celebrated with pomp and splendour in Mumbai, Chennai, Pune, Calcutta and other parts of India. During this festival large and decorated idols of Sri Vinayaga are drowned in the rivers and lakes marking the occasion.

Hindu Pragati Sangha would like to take this opportunity to welcome everyone to Lakshmi Puja on Saturday 15th October 2016.