On 27th September 2025, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially initiated the “Become Adarsh” project for students across Jamnagar district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Jamnagar. The convention saw an overwhelming response, with more than 2,103 principals and teachers from government and self-financed primary schools across all talukas in attendance.

The event was inaugurated with the traditional lighting of the lamp by a distinguished panel of guests, including:

Shri Raghavjibhai Patel (Hon. Cabinet Minister for Agriculture)

Shri Mulubhai Bera (Hon. Cabinet Minister for Forest & Environment)

Shri Digvijaysinh Jadeja (President, Gujarat Primary Teachers’ Association)

Shri Meghjibhai Chavda (MLA, 76-Kalavad)

Dr. Vinubhai Bhanderi (President, District BJP)

Shri Vipulbhai Mehta (DEO-DPEO, Jamnagar)

Dr. Sanjaybhai Jani (Principal, District Institute of Education and Training – DIET, Jamnagar)

Smt. Phalguniben Patel (Administrative Officer, Jamnagar)

Smt. Hullasba Jadeja (Chairman, District Panchayat Education Committee, Jamnagar)

Shri Parsottambhai Kaknani (Chairman, Municipal Corporation Education Committee, Jamnagar)

Shri Jaiminbhai Patel (General Secretary, Gujarat State Primary Teachers’ Association)

Pujya Dharmanidhi Swami, Kothari of BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Jamnagar, was present to grace the occasion and encourage the educators.

The convention focused on the holistic development of students through value-based education. Educators were introduced to the “Become Adarsh” mobile application, designed to provide inspirational videos and content to schools to help nurture moral values (Sanskars) in children.

A spiritual highlight of the event was a profound discourse by Pujya Apurvamuni Swami from Rajkot on the theme: “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye” (True Knowledge is That Which Liberates). He emphasized the role of teachers in building a value-driven society.

The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Pujya Akshartilak Swami.All educators collectively resolved to take a firm step toward building a brighter future for India through character-based education.