The anniversary of my return to Pondicherry, which was the tangible sign of the sure Victory over the adverse forces.
–The Mother
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Visit for answers to life’s questions, compiled from inquiries to Sri Aurobindo and the Mother.
GUIDANCE
In life’s journey, obstacles or aspirations may hinder progress. Seeking inner guidance can miraculously open paths forward.
INSPIRATION
Never say, “I have nothing to give to the Divine.”” There is always something to give, for always you can give yourself in a better and more complete way.
~ The Mother
Svarnim Puducherry
In March 2025, Svarnim conducted a nature walk fostering environmental appreciation and artistic expression. They also organised a Water Hyacinth Handicraft Workshop, empowering women through sustainable handicrafts and environmental conservation
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Indian Culture
AuroBharati’s recent initiatives explored Vedic chanting, Indo-French cultural ties and sustainable heritage, emphasising spiritual, historical and artistic connections for a transformative future.
BhāratShakti team members gave several invited talks in Kolkata, Delhi, Vadodara, Pondicherry, Auroville. A photographic exhibition titled ‘Hampi – A Photographic Journey Tracing the Aesthetics of Perseverance and Valour’ was organised from March 7 to 23, 2025 at the Ashram Exhibition House. A special lecture-discussion on Cultural and Political Legacy of Vijayanagara Empire was organised on March 13 as part of this exhibition.
Rural Development
Throughout March 2025, SARVAM organised several events including a Training of Trainers (ToT) programme on strengthening relationships, empowering volunteers to foster trust, communication and harmony within the community.
SHARANAM | The Brown Critique
On 1 March 2025, the ninth edition of the three-day residential Pondicherry/Auroville Poetry Festival opened at Sri Aurobindo Society’s SHARANAM Convention Centre (near Ousteri Lake, Pondicherry) with poetry readings, music, farm walk, talks and book launches.
29th March 1914: The Mother's First arrival in Pondicherry
Light, Endless Light 14
4th April 1910: Sri Aurobindo's arrival in Pondicherry
SRI AUROBINDO: A CALL TO NEW INDIA
Our upcoming film SRI AUROBINDO: A CALL TO NEW INDIA, based on the Five Dreams of Sri Aurobindo, is a call especially to the Youth of India. The Mother has said:
India is the custodian of yogic knowledge, but this knowledge had been veiled by materialism. Sri Aurobindo has awakened it; now it has only to be spread.
Our film ‘Sri Aurobindo: A Call to New India’ is a small step towards this.
We are very happy to share that the work is happening in full momentum at Studio Eeksaurus, Mumbai, and the film will be released on 15th August 2025, India’s 78th Independence Day.
Join hands to make this film and Donate at anewdawn.in/donate
Indian Culture
BhāratShakti will be offering a five-week online course which will examine the nature of love and human relationships from a deeper psycho-spiritual view. The course starts on April 26, 2025, and ends on May 24, 2025. To register for the course.
Integral Health
Explore transformative workshops organised by NAMAH, the Journal of Integral Health, on Karma Yoga, Mantric Body and Yoga Asanas, aligning body, mind and spirit with the Divine.
Enrollments Open: Uditam Integral Healing Program
Embark on a transformative journey designed to offer Guided yogic practices, Conscious relaxation techniques, Mindful eating and much more with an incredible residential experience, making your stay a deeply enriching and serene retreat.
Into Great Depth of Your Being
Discover Into Great Depth of Your Being by Arul Dev – an insightful guide to inner transformation, self-awareness and conscious evolution. This book invites you to explore your inner depths and awaken to your highest potential.
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Online Journals
Renaissance, the online journal researched and curated by BhāratShakti, features selected gems from the vast writings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, as well as fresh perspectives and insights on India and her creative genius manifesting in various domains – spiritual, artistic, literary, philosophic, aesthetic.
Readers' Column
Anannya, a child of Auroville and a student of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram School, is an educator dedicated to integrating creativity, critical thinking and holistic learning in her teaching.
The Soldier, The Shield, and Me
Anannya Nandi
A father stands, so firm, so tall,
A soldier who answers duty’s call.
With hands that toil, with eyes so keen,
He fights for dreams we’ve yet to glean.
A mother, the shield, so soft yet strong,
A melody sweet, a soothing song.
She guards our hearts, she wipes our tears,
A haven of love through all the years.
And we are the children, wild and free,
Rooted in love like a mighty tree.
With every step, with every fall,
They lift us up, they stand through all.
Now I see, with growing grace,
The love that built this sacred place.
A soldier, a shield, both strong and true,
Their arms my home, my skies so blue.
Wrapped in their love, I stand so tall,
Knowing I’m safe—they’ve given their all.
Dose of Sunshine
(…is all we need to embrace life with a smile!)
Potion of Laughter
Finding enlightenment under the hood – when mechanics mix mindfulness with motors, the results are hilarious!
Why did the mechanic meditate?
To find inner grease!
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Revitalizing Tradition: Virudhunagar’s ‘String of Wells’ Project
In Tamil Nadu’s Virudhunagar District, the ‘String of Wells’ initiative has rejuvenated 163 abandoned wells. By excavating surrounding earth and installing perforated pipes, these wells now effectively collect surface water, enhancing groundwater recharge. Creative redesigns, such as transforming wells into train compartments and baskets, have beautified the landscape and raised awareness about water conservation.