The Srimath Srikantha Sivacharya Trust marks the 25th anniversary of the Bharatha Abirakshana Prarthana Sammelan, an annual prayer gathering first initiated during the 1999 Kargil War (Operation Vijay). The silver jubilee valedictory function was held on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, at Sri Somanatha Swami Temple, Surakudi, Karalkal.
The event, which has been conducted annually since the Kargil conflict, is dedicated to the welfare of the Indian people, the strength and protection of Defence, Police and Fire Brigade personnel, and the peace of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the motherland.
What Is Bharat Aprakshana Prarthana Sammelan?
The Bharat Aprakshana Prarthana Sammelan is a spiritual initiative dedicated to the protection and prosperity of India (Bharat) and its defenders. Organized by the Srimath Srikanta Shivacharya Veda Shivagama Vidhyapeetam, its core practice involves the chanting of the Pasupatastra mantra, one crore time, and performing one lakh homams (fire rituals). This event, which has been held annually for 25 years since the Kargil War, prays for the welfare, moral strength, and physical fortitude of the nation’s military, police, and emergency service personnel.
Drawing inspiration from epics where divine weapons like the Pasupatastra, received by Arjuna brought victory, the Sammelan believes that spiritual strength complements physical bravery. The rituals seek blessings from Goddess Veera Lakshmi and aim to ensure both victory and peace for the souls of fallen heroes, embodying a deep, devotional support for the nation and its protectors.
Rituals and Vedic Chants
This year’s program included a special chanting of the Pasupathastra Mantra one crore times along with a Homa, highlighting the trust’s continued effort to safeguard and propagate the traditions of Veda Sivagama, described as the soul of Lord Parameswara and the roots of this world.
The Veda Dwani Students performed invocatory recitations, followed by blessings from Dr. Sivasri Bala Sarveswara Gurukkal, Founder and Prathama Guru of Srimath Srikantha Sivacharya Veda Sivagama VidyaPeetam, Karalkal; Sri D. Devarajan, Temple Administrative Officer, Sri Somaratha Swami Sri Lakshminarayana Perumal and Anpukkariyamman Devasthanam, Surakudi.
Souvenir Release
A commemorative souvenir was released by Sri A. Subramanian, Major Madhan Kumar, Superintendent of Police, West Sub Division, Villianur, Puducherry.
Copies were received by dignitaries including Retired army officer, Major Madhan Kumar, Superintendent of Police, North Sub Division, Karalkal – M. Murugaiyan, Commanding Officer, 2(P) Independent Coy NCC, Karalkal – Lt. Col. Ranjeet Rathee,
Squadron Leader S. Manoj Kumar, Indian Air Force, Retired Indian Navy Deputy Commandant U. Veeramani, Assistant Divisional Fire Officer, Karalkal, J. Mukundan.
Speaking ahead of the event, the organisers said the annual Sammelan reflects the Trust’s vision to cherish, protect, and develop Vedic traditions and Sanskrit learning while dedicating prayers for India’s unity, safety, and the strength of its armed forces.
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