Greater Atlanta Vedic Temple celebrates 150th anniversary of Arya Samaj

Spiritual discourses, cultural performances, and an exhibition highlighting the movement’s legacy, were part of the event.

Celebration of the 150th Foundation Day of Arya Samaj / SFA Productions Vinod Sharma

The Greater Atlanta Vedic Temple hosted a celebration to commemorate the 150th Foundation Day of Arya Samaj on March 31.

The event brought together scholars, community leaders, and devotees to reflect on Arya Samaj’s contributions across education, social reform, and global harmony.

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Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan with other dignitaries / SFA Productions Vinod Sharma

The event included the launch of a Vedic Prayer Book and speeches by dignitaries. Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan, Consul General of India in Atlanta, highlighted Arya Samaj’s role in promoting education and social upliftment.

150th Foundation Day of Arya Samaj / SFA Productions Vinod Sharma

Spiritual teacher Prashant Acharya delivered the keynote address, while Arya Pratinidhi Sabha America (APSA) president Bhuvnesh Khosla spoke on the theme “Arya Samaj @150: A Legacy Empowering Our Future.”

Performances at the event / SFA Productions Vinod Sharma

Visiting scholar Acharya Suyasha Arya reflected on Arya Samaj’s continued relevance, while spiritual insights were shared by Deen Chandora, Acharya Amol Kumar, Acharya Vedshrami, and Acharya Ananya.

CG attended the celebrations of 150th Foundation Day of Arya Samaj at the Greater Atlanta Vedic Temple in Atlanta and congratulated @aryasamaj for their invaluable contributions to promoting women empowerment, universal brotherhood, Vedic wisdom, education, and cultural heritage. pic.twitter.com/Y8OeUu6J9c
— India in Atlanta (@CGI_Atlanta) March 31, 2025

The event showcased performances by students of the temple’s Vedic Sanskriti School, including Vedic hymns and bhajans (devotional songs).

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