Many festivals are celebrated by Shree Swami Samarth Seva Mandal. The most important of these is the birth anniversary of Swami Samarth Maharaj.
Anantkoti Brahmandanayak, don't be afraid for the welfare of devotees throughout the world, I assure you that I am with you. The word from which the mouth constantly comes, the Mauli of the universe, the Sauli of grace incarnates on earth. Swami has many devotees all over the world.
A heartfelt plea will not remain unanswered. Humbly and submissively engage yourself in the ministry on the path of worship. With the intention of having his share of salt in this great work take the flag of Swami Nama, participate in this festival with all your heart and make life meaningful.
It is like a silk thread in the heart of a worshiper. We should always have the firm belief that Swami is our savior and protector. Swamiji's birthday is a day of happiness for the devotees.
To experience this bliss, to see this Chaitanya Sohala, devotees come from far and wide to earn the grace of the Swami. In the large crowd of devotees, this supremely joyous ceremony was celebrated by Shree Swami Samarth Seva Mandal, Dombivali (East) at Sadguru Chaitanyaswarup Bhalchandra D. Limaye (Anna) and Lakshmiswarup Mrs. Sushma B. Limaye (Aai) residence and has been running uninterruptedly since 1974.
Many devotees are experiencing this divine bliss.
The Outline of this Festival
The birth anniversary is celebrated on the second and third day in the month of Chaitra (as per Hindu calendar). For the poojas performed in the daily routine, services are assigned by drawing lots among the devotees present at the celebration meeting.
All services are decided according to Swami Maharaj’s orders through the draw system. A couple is selected according to the name drawn. Every year the festival is celebrated with the same devotion and tradition prescribed by our Sadguru.
A grand procession begins from Sadguru's residence “Ganesh Kripa” to Nandivali Math Vastu at 5:30 AM with a beautifully flower-decorated palanquin carrying Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj’s Paduka.
Many devotees are fortunate to carry the palanquin. The procession reaches the destination with devotional chants and celebrations. The glory of Swami Nama is truly divine and infinite.
1. Chaitra Shuddha Dwitiya
5:30 AM – Grand procession of Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj’s Paduka.
On arrival from Ganesh Krupa to Nandivali Math, the Paduka is placed respectfully and Swami Maharaj is adorned with a garland and crown. The celebration officially begins with lighting of the traditional Samai lamps.
| Morning 8:00 to 9:00 | Mahapuja, Janmotsav, Aarti and Darshan |
| Morning 10:00 to 12:00 | Classical singing program |
| Afternoon 12:00 to 02:00 | Mahaprasad begins in a peaceful and disciplined manner |
| Afternoon 4:30 to 6:00 | Singing or Bhajan service |
| Evening 6:00 to 7:00 | Aarti and Darshan |
Many artists have progressed in their careers through this musical service with the blessings of Swami Maharaj.
2. Chaitra Shuddha Tritiya – Gauri’s Tij
The special feature of this day is that Chaitragaur stays as a Mahervashin on a swing until Akshay Tritiya. Naivedya, Aarti and Pooja are performed throughout the month. Gauri Visarjan takes place after the Haldi-Kumkum ceremony on Akshay Tritiya.
| Morning 7:30 to 9:00 | Singing services by renowned singers |
| Morning 10:00 to 11:00 | Preparation to give Swami Maharaj the form of Adimaya |
| Morning 11:00 to 12:00 | “Anubodh” Bhajani Mandal’s Jogva Program |
| Afternoon 12:30 to 2:30 | Mahaprasad |
| Afternoon 2:30 to 4:00 | Purushottom Bhajani Mandal Service |
| Afternoon 4:30 to 6:00 | Kalyache Kirtan |
| Evening 6:30 | Aarti followed by announcement of next year’s festival date and conclusion with “Vande Mataram” |
| Evening 7:00 | Departure procession of Shri’s Paduka from Nandivali Math to Ganesh Krupa |
