Serving Society
  1. Satsang Nurturing Activity
  2. Satsang is nurtured through activities such as inspirational seminars, assemblies, personal contact, and spiritual travel. The organization carries out various activities for Satsang's daily progress and continual nourishment.

    To establish firm principles and devotion to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and to create a highly virtuous life, SMVS occasionally organizes various camps for men, women, children, youth, and elders. Thousands of devotees benefit from these camps and continue to walk on the path of divine life.

    Along with the Satsang camps, Satsang sabhas are also held every week. On a weekly basis, Hundreds of such sabhas are taking place where thousands of devotees, including children, youth, women, and men, participate.

    Efforts are being made to enhance the growth of Satsang and to create an environment of love and harmony in every devotee, among family members, and in society as a whole. For this purpose, the organization conducts various programs such as harmony campaigns, get-togethers, and more.

    Through these programs, thousands of families have been connected through the bridge of love and harmony, resulting in the fruit of familial relationships and friendship and learning the lesson of unity, which has brought happiness to all.

    Moreover, continuous offerings of devotion in bhajan and bhakti are being sustained to nourish the unique fellowship. The primary objective behind all of this is to receive the blessings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Therefore, the entire society strives to create an ideal community through various celebrations such as the prayer year, 'Harigamatu’ year, 'Mahatmya' year, 'Rajipo' year, and different resolutions every year, constantly working towards this goal.

    Similarly, the devotees enthusiastically participate in Satsang propagation services to promote Satsang's benefits. For this purpose, they organize various events such as Sanskar yatra, Sampark yatra, satsang sevak, and more. Through these events, they meet thousands of families to spread awareness about Satsang, sanskar (values), and spirituality.

  3. Marriage bureau and celebration
  4. In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for one’s family, community, or any other aspect of life can be challenging. With the high-profile lifestyle of today’s age, many social issues arise, and it becomes necessary to bring social awareness and save oneself from the clutches of materialism. In such a situation, SMVS, under the leadership of the devotees, takes the initiative to start various social programs that benefit society. As the cost of weddings increases day by day, middle-class and poor people are burdened. In such situations, the organization’s devotees organize group weddings and marriage bureau.

    Moreover, this group wedding celebration aims to eliminate obsolete customs and traditions that have been prevalent in society and to free from the trends of social comparison. The wedding ceremony joins the new couple according to the principles and pure rituals of Bhagawan Swaminarayan and reveals the new era of His divine sovereignty.

    Every year, Two marriage ceremonies are held. In which essential items are given to the bride and groom. The community spends lakhs of rupees on these ceremonies, which have become very auspicious for society.

    However, the cost of choosing a partner through marriage bureaus has become exorbitant in today’s society, domestically and internationally. In response, the dedicated supporters have launched a program of marriage bureau events in the community. This program takes place twice a year.

    This program broadens your perspective to select from different aspects such as education qualification, religious basis, similar caste and culture, etc., so that the marital life remains peaceful and prosperous from beginning to end.

  5. Volunteer
  6. SMVS volunteers are trained on the principle of service and dedication. They are always eager to serve. Motivated by altruism, this volunteer corps has served the community in relief work and has stood as an army at major festivals.

    Enduring immense hardship without discrimination based on caste, creed, or religion, they continue to serve the community in times of emergency. Their services for the betterment of society are commendable and praiseworthy.

    The guidance of Gurudev Bapji inspires entrepreneurs, government officials, respected leaders, and a layman.

    They promote spiritual awakening and address various modern issues such as addiction, dowry, child and youth development, family issues, literacy, relief services, awareness campaigns, harmony initiatives, health service campaigns, and various conferences. Also, assist in political and national programs, various guiding seminars, blood donation, clothing donation, and other aids, among many others, to proclaim the awakening of knowledge in spiritual life.

    SMVS volunteers are faithful servants who always step forward to help the needy in relief work and serve in various events with dedication. They are a symbol of Landmarks and idealism.

  7. Prayer week
  8. SMVS kid volunteers visit thousands of patients at government and private hospitals in Gujarat during vacations. During these visits, children pray to Bhagwan Swaminarayan for solace and the well-being of patients. Afterward, they ask patients to pray for their speedy recovery and offer sanctified fruits.

    This program is organized to relieve society’s afflicted people for their well-being.

  9. Jail Satsang
  10. SMVS arranges a social program called ‘Jail Satsang’ to guide those who have strayed from the path of morality. In 1995, following the directive of Gurudev Bapji, HDH Swamishri conceptualized this unique social program aimed to show the true way of life to those caught as criminals in society. In the history of the religion, Bhagwan Swaminarayan had given direction to those who had strayed from the path, such as Jobanpagi, Takhopagi, and Munjusuru Gurudev Bapji and HDH Swamishri continued that same legacy by organizing this inspiring program. A Satsang assembly was organized for over 1,500 jail inmates at the Central Jail in Ahmedabad. After that, the lives of many of those inmates changed, and they began living a righteous life.

  11. Old Age Home Visit
  12. In this modern world, the twilight of life is similar to an old-age home. Dissatisfied and neglected elders are given a place in such homes. At such times, Gurudev Bapji’s resolve inspired HDH Swamishri to organize programs like ‘old age home visits’ to provide social solace to elders. Such programs have been held several times. The first such visit was held at old-age homes in the Ahmedabad district. In this program, HDH Swamishri’s preaching consolates and inspires elders. After that, everyone prays to Bhagwan Swaminarayan for a comfortable life.

  13. H. Prayer for Peace
  14. A sant is a manifestation of supreme benevolence. They always pray for the welfare of all living beings. At times, in unexpected circumstances, the ‘Prayer for Peace’ program for the welfare of all living beings has been organized by Gurudev Bapji and HDH Swamishri. This prayer is only meant to liberate the souls trapped in such situations and provide peace to their souls.

    During times of crisis, whether on a global or national level, Satpurush prays independently. Also, prayers and group chanting are conducted during spiritual gatherings. May it be terrorist attacks at Akshardham, the horrific attacks in Mumbai, the devastating earthquake in Haiti, and the floods in Uttarakhand, the centers of SMVS continue to offer direct relief efforts and prayers by Gurudev Bapji, HDH Swamishri, and Santo. Thus, the sound of prayers is chanted for the peace of every human being.