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Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Valsad) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Valsad District Schools Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Valsad District SchoolsOn 21st February 2026, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for primary school students of the Valsad district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal. The convention was a grand success, attended by over 1,400 principals and teachers from across the district.   The inauguration ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp by a panel of distinguished guests, including:   Shri Kanubhai Desai (Hon. Minister of Finance, Energy and Petrochemicals, Govt. of Gujarat)   Shri Dhavalbhai Patel (Hon. Member of Parliament, Valsad & Dang, and Lok Sabha Whip)   Shri Jitubhai Chaudhari (Hon. MLA, Kaprada)   Shri D.B. Vasava (District Primary Education Officer)   Shri Arjunbhai Patel (Deputy District Primary Education Officer)   Shri Gokulbhai Patel (President, District Primary Teachers’ Association)   Shri Ajitsinh Thakor (President, District Shaikshik Sangh)   Shri Ajaybhai Thakor (President, District HTAT Headmasters’ Association)   Pujya Vivekswarup Swami, Kothari of BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, extended a warm floral and verbal welcome to all the dignitaries and educators.   Project Objectives and ImplementationThe “Become Adarsh” initiative is designed to nurture moral values and character-building in children. Through this project, schools will be empowered with inspirational and value-based content delivered via the “Become Adarsh” mobile application. The convention provided a comprehensive roadmap for educators on implementing this character-building program in their respective schools.   A profound discourse was delivered by Pujya Gnannanayan Swami from Sarangpur on the theme: “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye” (True Knowledge is That Which Liberates). He highlighted the transformative power of value-based education and its role in student development.   Concluding RemarksIn his concluding remarks, Hon. Minister Shri Kanubhai Desai lauded the extensive social and educational contributions of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. He urged all schools in the district to actively participate in the “Become Adarsh” project to build a stronger and more ethical society.   The event concluded with a collective resolve among all principals and teachers to take a firm step toward shaping a brighter and more virtuous future for India.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Mehsana) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Mehsana District Schools On 10th January 2026, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for students across the Mehsana district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Mehsana. The convention was attended by approximately 600 principals from various schools in the district, showcasing a strong commitment to value-based education.   The inauguration ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp by esteemed guests:   Shri Bipinbhai Patel (District Education Officer, Mehsana)   Shri Girishbhai Rajgor (President, BJP, Mehsana District)   The “Become Adarsh” initiative aims to instill moral values and character-building in children through modern educational tools. As part of this project, all participating schools will receive access to inspirational and educational videos via the “Become Adarsh” mobile application. The session provided the educators with comprehensive guidance on how the BAPS organization will support the schools in nurturing “Sanskars” (moral values) among students.   A highlight of the event was an inspiring discourse by Pujya Apurvamuni Swami from Rajkot, who spoke on the theme: “The Features of Teachers.” He emphasized the pivotal role educators play as role models and catalysts for character development in the younger generation.   The event concluded with the singing of the National Anthem, as all principals collectively pledged to take a step forward in shaping a brighter, more virtuous future for India.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Panchmahal) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Panchmahal District Schools On 1st January 2026, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for primary school students of the Panchmahal district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Godhra. The convention saw a massive turnout, with approximately 1,700 principals from across the district in attendance.   The program was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by several distinguished guests, including:   Shri Dumraliya (Secretary, GCERT, Gandhinagar)   Shri Arvindbhai Parmar (Chairman, District Education Committee)   Shri B.P. Gadhvi (Principal, District Education Committee)   Smt. Gayatriben Patel (District Primary Education Officer)   Shri Mansukhbhai Patel (President, District Primary Teachers’ Association)   Shri Ashwinbhai Patel (President, District Shaikshik Sangh)   Pujya Brahmajeevan Swami, Kothari of BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Godhra, also graced the occasion to encourage and bless the educators.   The convention highlighted the importance of character-building and value-based education for children. Under this initiative, all schools will be provided with inspirational videos and resources through the “Become Adarsh” mobile application. The session provided a clear roadmap on how the BAPS organization intends to support schools in nurturing moral values (Sanskars) among students.   A special keynote address was delivered by Pujya Anirdesh Swami from Bharuch on the theme: “The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart.” He spoke eloquently about how true education must touch the soul and build strong ethical foundations.   The event concluded with the singing of the National Anthem, as 1,700 principals collectively resolved to take a definitive step toward building a brighter and more virtuous future for India.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Jamnagar) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Jamnagar District Schools 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.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Dholka & Bavla) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project for Dholka and Bavla Taluka Schools On 4th September 2025, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for primary school students of the Dholka and Bavla talukas at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Dholka. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 300 principals and teachers representing 170 government and self-financed primary schools. The ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp by esteemed dignitaries, including: Shri Kiritsinh Dabhi (Hon. MLA, Dholka) Shri Deepakbhai (Taluka Primary Education Officer, Dholka) Smt. Jigishaben Mehta (Taluka Primary Education Officer, Bavla) Shri Khodubhai Padhiyar (President, Ahmedabad District Primary Teachers’ Association) Shri Vikramsinh Parmar (BRC Coordinator) Shri Digvijaysinh Mori (BRC Coordinator) Pujya Sheelbhushan Swami, Kothari of BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Dholka, was also present to bless and encourage the educators. The convention provided detailed guidance on how the “Become Adarsh” initiative aims to instill moral values and character-building in children. A key highlight of the project is the “Become Adarsh” mobile application, through which schools will receive inspirational videos and resources to facilitate value-based education. During the assembly, Pujya Brahmamuni Swami from Ahmedabad delivered a moving occasional discourse. Furthermore, motivational speaker and trainer Parasbhai Parmar gave a compelling presentation on the theme: “The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart.” The event concluded with the singing of the National Anthem, as all participating principals and teachers made a collective commitment to take a step forward in shaping a brighter and more value-driven future for India’s youth.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Bharuch) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Bharuch District Schools On 30th September 2025, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for students of the Bharuch district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Bharuch. The convention witnessed a significant gathering, with over 840 principals and headteachers representing approximately 900 government primary schools from all talukas of the district. The inauguration ceremony was graced by several esteemed dignitaries, including: Shri Yogesh Kapase (District Development Officer, Bharuch) Shri Sachin Shah (District Primary Education Officer, Bharuch) Smt. Swatiba Rahul (District Education Officer) Shri Mehulbhai Patel (District Statistical Officer, Bharuch) Shri Jagdeep Makwana (Deputy District Primary Education Officer, Bharuch) Shri Pradipsinh Rana (President, District Primary Teachers’ Association, Bharuch) Shri Pushpraj Singh (Rashtriya Shaikshanik Mahasangh, Bharuch) Shri Pravinbhai Solanki & Shri Dineshbhai Makwana (HTAT Hit Rakshak Samiti & Executive Member, Gujarat State Primary Teachers’ Association) During the assembly, Pujya Anirdesh Swami, Kothari of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Bharuch, delivered an insightful keynote address on the theme: “The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart.” He emphasized that true education goes beyond textbooks and must focus on character-building and the emotional well-being of a child. The event concluded with the singing of the National Anthem, followed by a collective pledge from all principals and educators to work towards India’s bright future by nurturing moral and ethical values in the younger generation.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Sabarkantha) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Sabarkantha District Schools. On 21st March 2025, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for students of Sabarkantha district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Himmatnagar. The event received an overwhelming response, with over 1,200 teachers and principals from various schools in attendance. The inauguration ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Shri Vimalbhai Upadhyay (Chairman, Himmatnagar Municipal Corporation), Shri Vimalbhai Chaudhary (Deputy Collector), Smt. Mitaben Gadhvi (District Education Officer, Sabarkantha), Shri Keyurbhai Upadhyay (District Primary Education Officer), Shri Kanubhai Patel (President, BJP, Sabarkantha), Former MLA Shri Mahendrasinh Baraiya, Shri Himanshubhai Ninama (Chairman, Jilla Shikshan Samiti), and Shri Hiteshbhai Patel (Mantri, Self-Financed School Management Association,Gujarat). The event provided valuable insights into how the BAPS organization aims to instill moral values and character development among students through this initiative. A special discourse on “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye” (True Knowledge Leads to Liberation) was delivered by Pujya Gnannanayan Swami from Sarangpur, inspiring educators on the significance of value-based education. The event concluded with a collective commitment from all educators to take a step forward in shaping a brighter future for India through moral and value-based education.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Arvalli) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Aravalli District Schools. On 20th March 2025, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” project for students of Aravalli district at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Modasa. The event received an overwhelming response, with over 1,100 teachers and principals from various schools in attendance. The inauguration ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Smt. Shantaben Parmar (Chairman, Jilla Shikshan Samiti, Aravalli), Smt. Ushaben Gamet (District Education Officer, Aravalli), and Shri Naineshbhai Dave (District Primary Education Officer, Aravalli). The event provided valuable insights into how the BAPS organization aims to instill moral values and character development among students through this initiative. A special discourse on “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye” (True Knowledge Leads to Liberation) was delivered by Pujya Gnannanayan Swami from Sarangpur, inspiring educators on the significance of value-based education. The event concluded with a collective commitment from all educators to take a step forward in shaping a brighter future for India through moral and value-based education.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Sojitra and Petlad) Launch of “Become Adarsh” Project in Sojitra and Petlad Taluka On 14th December 2024, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha officially launched the “Become Adarsh” Project for students of Sojitra and Petlad Taluka. The event witnessed the participation of over 250 teachers from various schools in the region. The launch ceremony was graced by the presence of Shri Vipulbhai (MLA, Sojitra), Shri Kamleshbhai (MLA, Petlad), District Education Officer Smt. Kaminiben Trivedi, and revered saints from BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Mahelav. The event provided valuable insights into how the BAPS organization aims to nurture values and character development among students through this initiative. As part of the program, lead trainer Parashbhai Parmar from BAPS conducted a training session for teachers on the theme “Nation Building through Character Building.” The event concluded with a collective commitment from all educators to take a step forward in shaping a brighter future for India through moral and value-based education.

Teachers’ Convention: Project Launch (Bhavnagar) Launch of Become Adarsh Program in Bhavnagar District Schools On July 30, 2024, the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha launched the Become Adarsh program for students in Bhavnagar District schools. The event was attended by over 1,500 teachers and principals from schools across the district. The program was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony in the presence of Bhavnagar District Education Officer, Shri Hitendrasinh Padhiar; District Primary Education Officer, Shri Kamleshbhai Patel; Chairman of the Nagar Prathmik Shikshan Samiti, Shri Nikunjbhai Trivedi; Shashnadhikari, Shri Munjalbhai Badmalia; and senior swamis from BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Bhavnagar. The initiative aims to instill values and provide value-based education to students. Through the Become Adarsh mobile application, inspirational videos will be made available to all schools. Attendees were guided on how this initiative by BAPS will contribute to the moral and character development of children. Pujya Shrijikirtan Swami from BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Sarangpur, delivered an insightful discourse on the topic “Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye (A True Education is that which Liberates).” The program concluded with the national anthem, and principals pledged to take a step forward toward building a brighter future for India.