Gyaan Deepak Kirtan Mandali
Almost a half century ago in the heartland of Aranguez, the Gyaan Deepak Kirtan Mandali (GDKM) was formed under the spiritual leadership of Pundit Hari Prasad. This group of individuals had a burning desire to perform social and religious work for the benefit of the community and the nation as a whole. The name Gyaan Deepak Kirtan Mandali means the association of illuminated knowledge, and learned pundits together with the Hindu community forged a vibrant, modern, influential and committed organization. In the early eighties, the GDKM moved out from its first home at 107 Aranguez Main Road. The organization found new residence at the home of Pt. Hardeo Persad at 19 Chotoo Street, Aranjuez. In 1987, after many fund raising ventures and the astute leadership of Pt. Persad, land was bought and the GDKM Mandir was constructed. By the time SWAHA was formed in 1993, GDKM was already functioning as a proactive, community based, religious institution. With the advent of Swaha, Pt. Hardeo Persad assumed the position of Spiritual Leader of GDKM.
Spiritual Leader
Pt. Hardeo Persad (Paramacharya of Swaha International)
Assisting Pundits
Pt. Umesh Persad
Centre Activities
Sunday Morning Service: 8.00 to 10.00 AM
Hindi Classes:Saturdays from 1.00 to 2.00 PM
Music Classes:Saturdays from 2.00 to 3.00 PM
Seasonal activities: Phagwa Singing, Children’s Camp, Swadeshe (Indian Arrival Celebration), Ram-leela, Sports Day.
Contact Information
Address: 19 Chotoo Street, Aranjuez, San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies
Phone: (868) 674-7384 (Swaha’s office is housed at this Mandir)
Email: n/a
Website: n/a
Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20087133854
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