The Charlotte BAPS Mandir held celebrations to commemorate the auspicious occasion of Diwali and New Years. Saturday evening, both children and adults alike were invited to take part in Aarti and Chopada pujan facilitated by Pujya Shantmurti Swami and Pujya Amrutnandan Swami.
On the morning of Bestu Varsh devotees gathered to perform the morning Aarti. At noon thaals were sung to offer the Annakut food to Maharaj and Swami. The samaiyo had a potpourri of devotional songs, dramas, multimedia shows, speeches, and dances. Dr. K.C. Patel elaborated on the importance of donating, not only money, but also mind, body and soul to the mandir. The program ended with the divine blessing for the New Year by Pramukh Swami Maharaj.