Ayudh - Awaken Youth; Unite for Dharma

AYUDH Pune celebrated Amma's 70th birthday by planting 70 trees as part of the ARPAN project, a special green initiative to convert barren land into a flourishing mini forest. This was a loving tribute to Amma, who has always taught us to live harmoniously with nature. Amma herself transformed her birthday into a prayer for world peace and happiness. AYUDH Pune's initiative to plant trees on Amma's birthday is a reminder of her message to save the planet. Inspired by Amma's message to save the planet, the ARPAN project started on Amma's 65th birthday and this year marked the 6th year.

Day2 of ASIP in Pune commenced with a Meditation session designed to promote stress management, good health, and overall well-being. The main highlight of the Day2 AYUDH Self-Management Internship Program was a very interesting and insightful session on significance and science behind Symbolism, Image Worship, and Festivals in Sanatana Dharma by Bri. Niseema from AYUDH National Coordination Team. Participants gained an understanding of the symbolism and cultural significance and essence of festivals.

DAY1 AYUDH Self Management Internship Program (ASIP) at Pune commenced with all AYUDHians lighting Diya - the Lamp of Knowledge, symbolising to banish darkness, and to represent a continuous upward movement in one's life. AYUDHians from a diverse range of educational backgrounds came together to delve into the art of self-management by incorporating the profound teachings of Sanatana Dharma and spiritual practices into their daily lives.

A visit to Amritapuri, Kerala was organized for the first team of ASIP Participants of AYUDH Pune, Maharashtra. After the Internship Program, the AYUDHians have been longing to meet Amma and to see Amritapuri Ashram, the headquarters of Mata Amritanandamayi Math.