REPORT ON SEVADAL SADHANA WORKSHOP
Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, Koti Samithi, Hyderabad
Date: 23-08-2026
Venue: Sri Sathya Sai Bhajana Hall, Gowliguda Chaman
With the Divine Blessings of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Varu, a Sevadal Sadhana Workshop was organised by Koti Samithi, Hyderabad, on Sunday, 23rd August 2026, with the participation of for Sevadal members and Sadhakas.
The programme commenced with Vedam and Bhajans, rendered melodiously and devotionally. Sri Rajesh accompanied the Bhajans on the Keyboard, while his two sons accompanied on Pads and Dolak.
The Convenor of Koti Samithi, Sri P. V. Sastry, welcomed the Sevadal members and the representatives from Sivam, Sri Rajendra and Sri Shyam Sundar. The dignitaries and representatives jointly lighted the sacred lamp.
At the beginning of the Sadhana session, the Convenor offered prayers to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and distributed printed copies of three important discourses to all the Sadhakas for detailed reading and discussion.
THE THREE DISCOURSES
సంస్థ యొక్క హృదయం (ప్రశాంతి నిలయం)
Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba's Divine Discourse – 21 November 1968
- బ్యాడ్జి – సాధనకి పిలుపు
సత్యసాయి సేవ
Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba's Divine Discourse – 21 April 1967
The Sadhakas were divided into different groups. Each group carefully read the allotted discourse, noted the important points and discussed their understanding. One Sadhaka from each group explained the gist of the relevant portion to the other members.
The representatives from Sivam also participated in the discussions and elaborated on the deeper meaning and practical significance of the important teachings given by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.
1. సంస్థ యొక్క హృదయం (ప్రశాంతి నిలయం)
The important points discussed from Bhagawan's Divine Discourse of 21 November 1968 included:
- The main purpose of all spiritual and service activities is to purify our minds.
- Meditation, discourses, Bhajans, worship and service are all means for purification of the mind.
- We should remove negative qualities such as ego, greed, hatred, jealousy and excessive desires.
- The most important quality to cultivate is love for one another.
- The true identity of a Sai devotee is his love and spirit of service.
- Through service, the love within us is expressed towards others.
- We should serve the poor, underprivileged and those who are in need and unable to help themselves.
- Service should be rendered without expecting anything in return, with the awareness that God is present in everyone.
- With the awareness that the same Divine is present in all, every person should be served with love, reverence and humility.
- The true goal of a Sai Organisation is spiritual growth through love, selfless service and purification of the mind.
2. బ్యాడ్జి – సాధనకి పిలుపు
The second topic emphasised the deeper spiritual significance of the Sevadal Badge:
- The badge is not a symbol of authority or privilege. It represents the responsibility to welcome and serve devotees.
- A Sevadal member should never consider himself superior to the person receiving service.
- Service should be performed with humility, discipline and a spirit of surrender.
- The person who serves and the person who receives the service are both manifestations of the same Divine.
- The badge should be regarded as a call to spiritual practice, marking the beginning of a spiritual journey.
- Through Sadhana, one should understand the deeper meaning behind every action and develop discipline and good habits.
- The ultimate objective is to progress from the human to the Divine through love, service and spiritual practice.
3. సత్యసాయి సేవ – 21 April 1967
The third discourse highlighted the importance of Vedic wisdom, spiritual knowledge and the role of Seva Organisations.
The important points discussed were:
- The Vedas were inspired by the Grace of God and provide humanity with knowledge for a happy life and eternal liberation.
- The Vedas are treasures of spiritual wisdom, revealing the ultimate truth of Divine Glory.
- Vedic and spiritual knowledge are gifts of God, helping humanity distinguish between good and evil and preserve Indian culture.
- By deeply understanding Vedic wisdom, the Atmic Principle becomes clear, leading to contentment and supreme peace.
- Although Vedic knowledge was neglected for some time, devotion and repentance are gradually reappearing among people.
- The gathering of devotees is a sign of spiritual revival, and Seva Organisations have the responsibility of spreading the message of the unity and power of the Atma.
- The ultimate purpose of human life is to rise from the human level to the Divine and experience Divine Bliss.
- The main purpose of the Organisation is to spread the universal and practical teaching of discovering the Divinity within every human being.
- India has a special spiritual heritage and has been described as the eye of the world, possessing spiritual vision to perceive the universe in its proper perspective.
- Every Indian should learn and practise the spiritual wisdom taught by the sages and saints and help preserve Indian culture.
ACTIVE PARTICIPATION OF SADHAKAS
Only a few important points from the three discourses were taken up during the workshop. However, it was emphasised that these discourses are valuable for every Sai devotee—both senior devotees and youth.
All the members from Koti Samithi participated in the Sadhana Workshop by reading, group discussions, sharing their understanding, and explaining the practical significance of Bhagawan's teachings.
The workshop provided an opportunity for the Sevadal members to understand that Seva is not merely an activity, but an important spiritual Sadhana for self-transformation.
CONCLUSION
The Convenor, Sri P. V. Sastry, concluded the programme by expressing his gratitude to the representatives of Sivam, Sri Rajendra and Sri Shyam Sundar, for conducting and guiding the Sadhana Workshop.
He also conveyed his appreciation to the Hyderabad District team for participating in the programme and appreciating the activities undertaken by Koti Samithi.
During the discussions, reference was also made to Bhagawan's teaching that Samithis should not undertake activities beyond their capacity or spend large amounts unnecessarily. At this juncture, the Hyderabad District President clarified that Koti Samithi has been undertaking essential service activities according to its available strength and resources.
The programme concluded on a devotional note. Sri Rajesh, the well-known Keyboard player, offered Harathi to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Varu.
The entire workshop was conducted in a spirit of love, humility, discipline, selfless service and spiritual Sadhana, reinforcing Bhagawan's message:
“Love All – Serve All”
“Help Ever – Hurt Never”
Photos:
================================================= Prior to Program: ground work.
Google Map
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We sincerely request the Dilsukhnagar, Kacheguda, Khairatabad, and Koti Samithi conveners to kindly share the venue details by today so that we can inform our district team and enable them to plan and coordinate accordingly.
📅 Sevadal Sadhana Workshop – Koti Samithi. 23 August, 2026
The Venue for Sevadal Sadhana Workshop at Koti Samithi is Sri Sathya Sai Bhajana Hall, Gowliguda Chaman, ( Gubba Sagar Shop Premises - Sri Lakshmi Sai Fabrics:) Near S.V. Lodge Hyderabad.
Google Map Link. https://maps.app.goo.gl/bsye3xiucqC2yE1E7
Timings of the Sevadal Sadhana Workshop - 9 AM to 1 PM
8-45 - Tea
9-00 - Vedam - Bhajan.
9-30 - Program Lighting the Lamp.
1) Sri Harimutyam Naidu.
2) Sri M L Narasimha Rao
3) Sri M Chakradhara Rao
4) Sri P Prakash
5) Sri Srinivasa Reddy
6) Smt Kalpana
7) Smt Aruna
8) Smt Lavanya
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11) Smt Shaileswari.
12) swaroopa
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16) Smt Vijaya Lakshmi
17) Smt Neelima
18) Smt Veni
19) Smt M. Roopa
20) Smt Vaani.
21) Sri Rati Rao Patil
22) Naidu
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26) Sri M. Anjaneyulu
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31) Sri Sudhakar Patil
32) Smt Kalpana Patil.
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36) Veeresham Gupta
37) Kavitha
38) Hrishikesh
39) Sushant
40) Chaitanya
41) Surekha
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46) P.Visweswara Sastry
47) B. Ravinder
48) Anil Gowliguda
49) Naidu
50) Prithvi Raj City College:
51) Rajesh
52) Mrs Rajesh
53) Pads - Son
54) Dolak Son
* Absent
* not taken prasadam left in the middle of the program.
* Ramchander & Mrs Ramchander.
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