By Ganesh Upadhyay

Vrindavan (Yamuna Paar), Friday, 10 July 2026 – The 36th Annual Punya Smriti Mahotsav of Param Pujya Brahmrishi Yogi Samrat Shri Shri Devraha Baba Sarkar commenced today, Friday, 10 July 2026, on the auspicious occasion of Yogini Ekadashi.

The three-day divine event is being held at the Samadhi Sthal of Brahmrishi Yogi Samrat Shri Devraha Baba Sarkar, Devraha Baba Ashram, Vrindavan (Yamuna Paar) and will conclude on Sunday, 12 July 2026.
The Mahotsav is being conducted under the supervision and divine guidance of Param Pujya Brahmrishi Devdas Ji Maharaj (Bade Sarkar Ji).
Day 1: Inauguration – Friday, 10 July 2026
The event began at 10:00 AM with Vedic rituals and lamp lighting before the portrait of Baba Sarkar. This was followed by a grand Sant-Vidvat Sammelan where revered saints, religious scholars, and spiritual leaders addressed devotees with discourses on devotion and Vedic traditions. At 12:00 PM, a Mahant Samman Samaroh was also organized to honor prominent seers. Devotees from across the country and a few from abroad have already joined the auspicious gathering to offer their respects to Baba Sarkar.

Day 2: Yogini Ekadashi – Saturday, 11 July 2026
Saturday is expected to witness a significantly larger turnout due to the weekend and the sanctity of Yogini Ekadashi. A special Panchamrit Maha Abhishek and Vedic worship of the statue of Brahmrishi Yogi Samrat Shri Shri Devraha Baba Sarkar will be performed with devotees from India and abroad in attendance.
The entire day will be filled with Akhand Harinam Sankirtan, satsang, bhajans, and spiritual programs, keeping the Ashram resonating with a deeply devotional atmosphere.
Day 3: Conclusion with Seva & Bhandara – Sunday, 12 July 2026
The Mahotsav will conclude on Sunday, 12 July 2026 starting at 11:00 AM with Sant Seva, Brajwasi Seva, and a grand Bhandara. Thousands of devotees and saints are expected to attend on the final day and weekend, and will partake in the prasad and receive the blessings of serving.
Arrangements for Devotees
Grand arrangements have been made for devotees and their family members. Given that Saturday and Sunday fall on the weekend, a larger influx of devotees is anticipated. The Ashram volunteers are well-equipped and deployed across the premises to facilitate visitors, manage crowds, and ensure the smooth conduct of all programs.

The Ashram family has made a heartfelt appeal to all devotees to attend the Mahotsav with their families, offer prayers at the holy feet of Brahmrishi Yogi Samrat Shri Devraha Baba Sarkar, and receive the blessings of Param Pujya Bade Sarkar Ji to sanctify their lives.
॥ Om Devrahaya Digambaraya Manchasinaya Namo Namah ॥