The Movement to Perform 75 Havans and 75 lakh Global Pledges for Positive Mental, Spiritual, and Physical (MSP) Health was launched on the 75th birthday of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the largest Hindu Temple of New England, recently. This temple was visited by Modi in the 1990s during his pracharak days, a press release from organizers of the movement said. PM Modi’s birthday falls on September 17.
“The ceremony was filled with devotion, reverence, and gratitude, offering prayers for his long life, radiant health, enlightened wisdom, and indomitable strength so that he may continue to guide Bharat and the world with vision and courage,” organizers said in a press release September 24, 2025.
Senior community leaders Pramit Maakoday, Abhaya Asthana, Dr. Lakshmi Thalanki, Sanjeev Tripathi and many others represents several organizations, joined in performing the sacred Bhagvan Ganesha and Ayush Homam. They pledged to carry forward the mission by conducting 75 Havans mainly across North America and around the world, symbolizing the collective sankalpa of the diaspora for a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) and a harmonious world. It is envisioned that the 75th Havan will be performed at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, organizers said.
Abhaya Asthana, president of Vishwa Hindu Parishad America VHPA advisory board and World Hindu Council in his prayers, said that Prime Minister Modi’s disciplined and selfless life inspires millions across the globe, and his leadership will continue to illuminate the path for Bharat as a developed nation and a moral guide to humanity.
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A highlight of the event was when Sonal Modi, the niece of PM Modi, joined the Puja virtually. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the priests, senior community leaders, and participants for organizing this sacred offering. She conveyed blessings and appreciation on behalf of the family, noting that this devotional tribute reflected the deep love, respect, and prayers of the diaspora for the Prime Minister on his 75th milestone birthday.
The program also received blessings and support from physician, philanthropist and Padma Shri recipient Dr. Sudhir Parikh, chairman of Parikh Worldwide Media; Dr. Romesh Japra co-fnder of Hindu American Foundation, Kanchan Baneerjee, president, and Gaurang Vaishnav, executive vice president of Global Indians for Bharat Vikas (GIBV). They all emphasized how Modi “embodies the qualities of a visionary statesman, courageous reformer, and compassionate leader whose influence transcends borders.”
The atmosphere at the temple was peaceful and filled with sounds of Mantras and Nadaswara, the press release said, as devotees prayed not only for Modi to make Bharath a Viksit Bharat, but also for the United States of America and the whole world to be a better, more peaceful place under the guiding principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – The World is One Family.
Pramit Maakoday, president Global Citizens Forum and Founder Boston Center of Excellence for Health and Human Development, emphasized that the event was an offering and collective prayer from over a hundred and fifty crore Indians worldwide. “Prime Minister Modi has always urged the global diaspora to adopt global best practices for the greater good of humanity. It reflects the wishes of a global community of citizens and seekers everywhere for Prime Minister Modi ji’s enduring vitality, resolute courage, enlightened wisdom, and noble leadership to guide Bharat and humanity for generations to come,” Maakoday said.
Following the Havan, prasad was offered to all participants.