On May 3rd, Ramanasramam President Dr. Venkat S. Ramanan joined devotees in the Bay Area to participate in the 76th Aradhana celebration. The event was organized by Sri Ramana Maharshi Heritage (SRMH), a registered non-profit organization in the US. The President delivered an inspiring talk on several recent initiatives at the Ashram, including the Kumbabhishekham performed last August, renovation work at the Ashram kitchen, and meaningful upgrades to the Ashram goshala. Devotees were delighted to learn about the many developments and improvements.

Sri V. Krithivasan, who was also visiting the Bay Area from Ramana Kendram Hyderabad, gave a moving and inspiring talk on the life of Bhagavan and the complete detachment from the body that he exemplified throughout his life.

The rest of the program featured a musical performance by Vaynil and Krishna, high school graduation speeches by Vaynil and Dhruv, rendering of a Muruganar composition by Dr. Nitya Ramanan, Veda Parayanam, and Arati. The celebrations concluded with a sumptuous lunch prasadam, and participants departed with hearts filled with gratitude and a deep sense of togetherness. —