Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the newly constructed Divya Sanskriti Bhawan at Brahma Kumaris Rajyoga Training Centre in Lucknow on Friday (13 November 2026). UP Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak was present at Gulzar Upvan on Sultanpur Road.
The inauguration was part of the Navdashakotsav celebrations by Brahma Kumaris 90 years of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya and 72 years of spiritual services in Lucknow by organisation.
Rajnath Singh Inaugurates New Spiritual Centre
The ceremony began with lamp-lighting (formal opening of new building). Rajnath Singh is also MP from Lucknow. Brajesh Pathak welcomed him and then proceeded to the venue.
Several senior representatives of the Brahma Kumaris were present in the programme including BK Asha Didi Director of Om Shanti Retreat Centre Gurugram, BK Manorama Didi and other representatives from headquarters Mount Abu.
The inauguration was an important addition to the existing Gulzar Upvan campus which is a centre for spiritual and cultural activities.
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What Is the Purpose of Divya Sanskriti Bhawan?
The Divya Sanskriti Bhawan has been set up for Rajyoga meditation, personality development and awareness of Indian cultural and spiritual values.
The centre is expected to give free Rajyoga meditation training and programmes to people from different sections of society. Activities will be centred on inner development, positive thinking, self-discipline and importance of human values.
The organisers said the campus is spread over three acres. There will also be a larger auditorium developed to accommodate future programmes and activities.
The new facility will make spiritual learning more accessible to people of Lucknow and visitors.
Rajnath Singh Connects the Occasion With Chhath Mahaparv
In his remarks, Rajnath Singh linked the inauguration with Chhath Mahaparv. Just as Chhath Mahaparv is dedicated to Sun and its light, so too the newly inaugurated Bhawan could spread the light of spirituality all over Lucknow, India and world.
The programme also had messages from spiritual leaders about how people should apply spiritual principles in everyday life.
BK Asha Didi said building physical infrastructure should go hand in hand with thoughts, behaviour and lifestyles. People should develop inner strength; avoid revenge; maintain happiness through positive thinking.
Other speakers mentioned the Ramayana and its values (patience, truth, sacrifice, selfless service) as qualities that helped people overcome challenges.
Navdashakotsav Celebrates Brahma Kumaris' Journey
The event was part of Navdashakotsav celebrations marking the 90 years journey of the organisation. The programme focused on its work in meditation, spiritual education and value based living.
The inauguration was also an occasion to bring public representatives and members of the spiritual organisation together to celebrate the new facility.
With the opening of Divya Sanskriti Bhawan Lucknow gets another centre for meditation, cultural activities and spiritual education. It is hoped that the centre will help Brahma Kumaris in their work to promote positive living and inner empowerment among people from all walks of life.
The programme was concluded with cultural presentations before Rajnath Singh left for Delhi.
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