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Om Sri Sai Ram

Sri Sathya Sai Organisation

Andhra Pradesh

Annual Report 1st April, 2018 to 31st March 2019

CONTENTS

 Foreword from the district president  Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations – an introduction o Wings of the organisation o Administration of the organisation o The 9 point code of conduct and 10 principles  Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, West Godavari o Brief history o Divine visit o Overview o Sai Centers and activities o Office bearers o Specific service projects or initiatives o Important events or conferences o Historical places and persons  Glimpses of activities

We humbly present this report

at DIVINE LOTUS FEET OF OUR LOVING “BHAGAWAN SRI ”

Sri Kanumilli Sashi Sekhara Rao

District President

Om Sri Sairam,

My most humble and loving salutations at Divine Lotus Feet of my dearest Lord “Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba”.

Dear ,We would all wish to thank you for giving us this great opportunity of being part of “Sai Mission”. We pray you to be always with us never leaving our hand in doing your service . As said by you Swami “Mee Kanta, Inta Venta Janta Vunta” – “IN YOUR EYES ,IN YOUR HOME I WILL BE THERE ALONG WITH YOU .. “ FOREVER, let these blessing be always showered on us .

Bhagawan’s Divine Lotus Feet sanctified our district by visiting the of Kaikaram in 1952. This visit is lovingly remembered because that was the first visit of dear Lord to the West Godavari district and He had to travel by a bullock cart to reach the place. An ardent devotee spread silk sarees from outskirts till mandir as welcome carpet to receive Swami.

We all wish to express our gratitude for most immense love and care showered by you, Swami please bless all of us to always follow your word ,walk on the path shown by you, Swami never let us deviate from you and be with us forever and ever and ever… and bless the entire world to be in peace and prosperity.

“SAMASTHA LOKA SUKHINO BHAVANTHU”

HISTORY

The ruled from 700 to 1200, with , near Pedavegi village, as their . Historical evidences are found at the , Pedavegi and Guntupalli (Jilakarragudem). then became a part of the Empire until 1471. Later it fell into the hands of the Gajapathis. In 1515 Sri Raya captured it. After the fall of the Kingdom, it was taken by the Sultan of Golkonda, Kutub Shah.[6] On 15 April 1925, West Godavari District was formed with Eluru as its headquarters and all the district offices and regional offices were set up in Eluru .

In , the West Godavari district is the 19th largest in terms of area ,the district occupies an area of 7,742 km2 (2,989 sq mi) and has a population density of 509/km2 (1,320/sq mi), which is the fourth most densely populated district in the state. Its population growth rate over the decade 2001–2011 was 3.45%. It stands at first position in terms of literacy rate in Andhra Pradesh with 26,52,389 (74.63%) literates.20.6% of the district's population lives in Urban areas.

West Godavari

The District is bounded by district on the north, on the south. The separates on east and Tammileru River and separates it from on the west.

WINGS OF THE ORGANISATION

Sri Sathya Sai Organisation functions under three wings

1. Spiritual 2. Education 3. Service

Each activity in a wing is directed to facilitate and help the member in his own spiritual advancement. Although, the nature of activities undertaken under different wings appear to be distinct and dissimilar, but there is an inherent inter relationship amongst all the three wings. The Spirituality and Service are supplementary and complementary to each other. Spirituality is the motivational force behind service and service is the fulfillment of spirituality. Therefore spiritual concepts learnt through education must be put in to practice in form of service to humanity. Thus in order to successfully realize the objective of joining the Sai Organisation, one must participate in activities of all the three wings .

ACTIVITIES UNDER DIFFERENT WINGS OF THE ORGANISATION

Spiritual wing Educational wing Service wing Non-formal education of children in the age group Grama seva of 5-14 years through values Nagar Sankeertan Balvikas Slum service Medical camps and Study circles Educare health care camps Parenting programmes Sanitation Visit to orphanages Study of sai literature /old age homes Disaster Vedam Poor feeding Free coaching classes NSJY and others and others

THREE WINGS STAND FOR WORSHIP, WISDOM AND WORK.

ADMINISTRATION OF THE ORGANISATION

Headed by an All President who is supported by National Vice President and State Presidents ,the Organisation functions like a well oiled machine in the district under the stewardship of the District President ,focused on its purpose, clear in its and dedicated in its efforts to live up the Swami’s message -“ LOVE ALL -- SERVE ALL”.

The samithis and the bhajan mandalis constitute a genuine spiritual movement where the members are united by a common bond – LOVE FOR AND SERVICE TO FELLOW HUMAN BEINGS”

The members of the organization work as one cohesive unit ,whether as sevadals providing service at Prashanthi Nilayam ,at medical camps ,doing Narayan Seva or the balvikas who work with young children to inspire in them a desire to inculcate the five human values of TRUTH , RIGHTEOUSNESS, LOVE, PEACE AND NON-VIOLENCE , or the teachers who having undergone the training in higher goals of life or the Sai Youth who work tirelessly in Sri Sathya Sai Village Integrated Programme and Sri Sathya Sai Jyothi Programme - Each of them are bound by one goal –

“SERVICE TO MAN IS SERVICE TO GOD”.

Emergence of SSSSO in West Godavari

BHAGAWAN’S VISITS

Bhagwan’s Divine Lotus Feet sanctified the village of Kaikaram in 1952. This visit is lovingly remembered because that was the first visit of dear Lord to the West Godavari district .

Bhagawan’s first association was with Sri Davuluri Subbarao Garu’s Family and Sri Elisetty Satyam Garu’s Family, Swami initially visited their house and after the first Conference he told the devotees to start bhajan mandalis in the district.The First Bhajan Mandali started in Eluru in Geetha Bhavan which belonged to Sri Polisetty Govindarajulu garu.

Later other Bhajan Mandalis were started simultaneously at various places like Maviduru, , Chebrole ,Mallipudi, Kaldhari, S.illindraparru, Satyavada and pangidigudem .At that time there were people like E.Satyam Garu,D.Subbarao Garu, Rao garu , Govindarajulu garu, Smt.Satyavathi Garu, Smt.KanthammaGaru, Sri VenkataReddy Garu,Sri IndereswaraRao Garu,Dr.K.Bhaskararao garu,Sri VenkataRao Garu,Smt.Hemalatha Garu who played the key role in introducing SSSO to the devotees of the district.

After the initiation of SSSSO in West Godavari, Bhagawan visited West Godavari district 4 times. On 04.04.1965, Bhagawan visited a village Satyavada , visited Smt Kanthamma garu ‘s house. There He climbed ladder and stood on a parapet wall and delivered His divine discourse which is fondly remembered by the West Godavari devotees even today.

In the 1983, Bhagawan blessed Eluru devotees with His visit. Bhagawans aircraft landed around mid noon. Many devotees waited at the airport to receive beloved Lord. Seeing the love of devotees, Bhagawan walked without foot wear in that scorching Sun. Devotees bowed down to Bhagwan’s patience and sacrifice. Bhagawan inaugurated Sri Sathya Sai Rural Development Centre in the village S.Muppavaram . During the inauguration, Bhagawan said, “You all might have differences in opinions. But for the upliftment of your village you should all be one. One can achieve anything with . As SSSSO worked in unison, I have come. I am declaring that SSSSO will continue to work in unison to render many more seva activities. My blessings to you all.”

West Godavari devotees feel blessed to have Sri Sathya Sai composer Brahmasri Gandikoti Subramanya Sastrygaru, author of TAPOVANAM parayana book Brahmasri Jandyala Venkatasatrygaru, Prasanthi Nilayam Mahila Canteen incharge and Andhra Pradesh Mahila Convenor Smt. Vasumathi Devi hailing from West Godavari district.

Dr.K.Bhaskar Rao Garu District president, ardent devotee is instrumental form of spreading of SSSSO throughout West Godavari. Bhagawan Himself praised Sri.Bhaskara Rao Garu as Jnana Bhaskarudu. Bhagawan materialized Ring and Akshaya Vibhuthi to him. SSSSO in West Godavari was groomed by the personal monitoring of Bhagawan Himself. As mentioned, some of the fortunate ones were devotees of Bhagawan much before 1960s. Bhagawan’s grace, Devotees devotion and their practice of Bhagwan’s message together contributed to the growth of SSSSO in West Godavari.

Legacy continues…

DIVINE VISIT

HISTORICAL PLACES OF WEST GODAVARI DISTRICT

Some of the religious destinations include, 1.Dwaraka is a census in West Godavari district . It is located in of Eluru revenue division. The is a center for , which is the abode of Lord Venkateswara. This is often referred by the locals as Chinna .

This highly revered shrine is regarded as the miniature form of 'Tirupati' or 'Chinna Tirupathi'. Actually, the temple was named after the great 'Dwaraka', who took the initiative to place the idol of Lord Venkateshwara. Dwaraka (Saint) did strict penance on 'Valmikam' (ant hill) to bring the self- manifested idol of Lord Venkateswara to this place. In fact, the village derived its name from the same temple. Sri Venkateshwara is regarded as Kaliyuga Vaikuntha Vasa', who is the dispeller of all worldly charms and attractions.

2. Ksheerarama Ksheerarama is one of the five Pancharama Kshetras and is in , state of Andhra Pradesh, India. Lord is known locally as Ksheera Ramalingeswara Swamy. The Sivalinga was established by Lord . It is believed that staying one day in Kshirarama is equivalent to staying one year in .It is one of the centrally protected monuments of national importance. It is one of the five powerful Shiva in Southern India that form the Pancharama . Temple Complex as seen from the Main temple tower,palakollu

Sri Someshwara Janardhana Swamy Temple

Somarama Temple of Gunupudi,

Sri Someswara Janardhana swamy which is considered as one of the Pancharama Kshetras. The main contribution for temple construction was made by the King Chalukya Bheema during 4th century. The Shiva is called someshwara as it is believed that this lingam has been installed by Lord . The colour of the linga is believed to change during full moon day and Amavasya. Over and above the Garbhalayam, temple is situated, which is the speciality of this temple and cannot be seen anywhere else in India. This resembles the fact that Lord Shiva holds the Goddess on his head. To the East side of this temple, there is a Pushkarini pond which is also called Gundam. Inside the temple, Lord Anjaneya Swamy, God Kumara Swamy, , Sun God, Lord can also be seen.

Mavullamma Ammavari Temple

Mavullamma Ammavari Temple in Bhimavaram is one of the Famous Temple in Andhra Pradesh.

It is famous for its month long celebrations held in the month of January comprising so many cultural events organized by temple team., During the month long celebrations, the temple is fully illuminated with lightings and people around the entire West Godavarai as well as Andhara Pradesh will be present for visit the temple.

Maddi Anjaneya Swamy Temple

Sri Maddi Anjaneya Swamy Temple is an ancient holy temple and a popular center in Andhra Pradesh of . This temple is located at Jangareedigudem which is 51 km from Eluru.

Buddha Temple in Eluru

Kovvada (Bhimavaram)

Smt Gottumukkala Savitramma garu was blessed by Bhagawan with Shiva linga. The Shiva linga was manifested by Bhagawan in her dream, When she woke up from dream, she saw the Shiva lingam in her hands .

Pattiseema Veerabhadra Swamy Temple

Sri Veerabhadra Swamy Temple is a Hindu pilgrimage center located at the middle of River Godavari on island of West Godavari district. The temple is located on a hill in the middle of the Godavari River at a distance of 40 km from , 25 km from , and 120 km from Eluru. The famous temple of Sri Veerabhadra is picturesquely located on a hillock known as Devakuta Parvatha situated in the middle of the river Godavari. The presiding deity of Pattiseema Veerabhadra temple is Lord Veerabhadra swamy, the ferocious manifestation of Lord Shiva and the concert of the Lord is Goddess . OVERVIEW

STATISTICAL Overview as on 31st March ,2019 Units Numbers Number of Members

Samithis 64 16800

Bhajan Mandals 172 9650

Total 236 26450

No.of Sevadals 900

Gents 410

Ladies 490

No.of Youth 390

Gents 190

Ladies 200

Adopted Slums/Villages Numbers Number of Members

BODIGUDEM 300 60

KUMMARIREVU 500 100

PANDIRIMAMIDIGUDEM(G 300 60 irijan Village) Adopted Schools under Sri Numbers Number of Members Sathya Sai Vidya Jyothi

18 500

West Godavari District

Overview of activities undertaken in the District Educare Medicare Sociocare Study Circles for Community Bhajan

Adults and Youth -8 Centers-10 Nagar Sankirtan-10

Spiritual Conference/Retreat Sadhana Camps-11 Balvikas classes Parent’s Awareness

based on human Programs on values - 2 Parenting-14 Bal Vikas and Parenting Workshops –2

Educational Training-2

Free Coaching and Medical Centers National Seva Tution Centers - 7 (CH.Pothepalli) -130 -160 Computer Training Medical Camps in Visit to Leprosy Villages, Spoken English Villages - 6 Medical Correctional homes, Adult Education Awareness Camps - 12 Orphanages – 10 Literacy program Mobile Medical Camps - 18

NANO WATER Eye Camps -37 ,disab led /old PLANTS - 10 Homeo Camps - 61 age Homes -8

R.O.WATER PLANTS - Service 5 WATER PLANT VILLAGES -204 PREMAMRUTHA Blood Grouping Narayana Seva - 110 DHARA -2 Camps - 30 Annapoorna Nithya Blood Donation Service Camps Narayana Seva in camps -3 Govt.Hospital - 6 Dental Treatment Vocational Training Camps - 750 Centers - 1 Veterinary Camps – 1 Employability enhancement

West Godavari District

An Account of Regular Activities undertaken in the District

Activities Total Total Number of Number participants Devotional singing 2100 802,000

No.of Community Bhajan Centers 312 35000 No. of held 15860 822100 Seven household bhajan

No. of Clusters 150 2000 No. of Houses 15860 822100 Spiritual

No. of Bhajans held 15860 822100 Nagar sankirtan 16042 78500

Study circles 405 3460 Conference/Retreat Sadhana Camps 22 2840 Bal Vikas centers i. Urban 50 1200

ii. Rural 60 800

iii. School 15 400

Educational Total (i+ii+iii) : 2950 Balvikas Gurus : 148

Activity Visit to: Leprosy village 4 348 Correctional homes 1 120 Orphanages 2 14 Hospital 6 61000

Service Disabled/Old age homes 2 30 Burial grounds 3 40 Camps: Veterinary Camps 1 70 Medical awareness camps 12 9080 Eye camps 70 7100 Blood grouping camps 30 2310 Service camps 0 0 Vocational training centers 1 15 Free coaching centers 7 380 Medical centers 130 235000 Sanitation(public urinals) Dental treatment camps 7 1403 National narayana seva 2711 2711 Blood donation camps 3 38 Nano water plants 10 18400 R.o. water plants 5 2100 Water plants villages 204 474000 Premamrutha dhara

gundugolanu, 2 54000 Hospital narayana seva eluru, Service , bhimavaram, , , 6 92100 Cooked food 1451 34940 Homeo camps 61 11345 Mobile medical camp villages 18 5131 Blankets distribution 35 3200 Snana ghattam - nidamarru 1 120 Garbhini mahila – dattata 45 45 Shelter arrangement at , vallurupalli 2 9 Chalivendrams 26 1000 DJP vesavi vennela 50 50 DJP centres 2 15 Music at kovvuru 1 27

West Godavari District Specific Service Projects

S. Activities Total Total Number No Number of participants 1 Rural Vocational Training Centers 2 64 24 Bhimavaram 40 2 Medical Vans(CH.Pothepalli) 1 3 Disaster Management Trained Members 20 4 Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Jyothi Centers 20 500

West Godavari District

Important Events or Conferences No. Of Members Event Date / Place Participated Annual 1 Conference Conducted on 18.12.2018 at Eluru 150 Balvikas Alumni 2 Meet Attended at Prashanthi Nilayam 30 Youth Conference Attended at Prashanthi Nilayam for 90(Gents) , 3 or Meet Sahasra Parthi 150(Ladies)

GLIMPSES OF ACTIVITIES

WATER SERVICE FOR ANIMALS AND BIRDS

PREVENTIVE HOMEO MEDICINE (MALARIA & DENGUE) DISTRIBUTION IN TRIBAL AREA (THANIGUDEM)

GENERAL MEDICAL CAMP

EYE CAMP

ESWARAMMA DAY CELEBRATIONS

YOUTH SERVICES

VESAVI VENNELA