Kokna, warli, koli, mahadev koli, and more, some of us must be reading these names first time. These are casts and sub casts in tribe. They have different casts, sub casts, groups etc. some of them lives in the jungle, some on mountain, some at the side of the rivers, some keeps moving and some has no shelter! We can see all these tribes near jawhar city in Thane district.
Jawhar-is untouched, most beautiful but rarely visited hill station and tribal kingdom of Maharashtra. It is famous for warli paintings and surrounded by blossoming green dense forest, wonderful climate. Scenic beauty of the Dadar Kopra falls and sangam of two rivers, Hanuman and sunset point are amazing. Jawhar ruled by the Munke dynasty during British Raj.
Places to visit near Jawhar
Bhopatgad Fort: A small fort made of rocks; it was constructed by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for his official and personal meetings. According to a legend, the fort was visited by Lord Rama, wife Sita and sons Lava and Kush. A rock nearby with four footprints is said to be a testimony to the story. The place is visited by a large number of devotees. The fort also affords amazing views of the half clouded mountains.
Sangam Twin Waterfalls: Two river comes together and both waterfall meets at same point. This is pretty picture as the water gushes from a height turning milky white. The densely forested surroundings and the perfectly quiet atmosphere make it an excellent escape for travelers. There is a Sangam of two rivers, in a hilly area. Two waterfalls come together at the same point, which is a rare example.
Jai Vilas Palace: This palace is also known as ‘Raj Bari’ the palace was one the official residences of the royal Munke family. The palace was located on top of a rock so as to enable the king to look at his kingdom from a height. The structure is extremely attractive with intricately decorated domes and carvings. The lush green surroundings provide a wonderful backdrop to the Palace.
Shirpamal: An interesting structure built by the great Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji, the structure was constructed on the highest pinnacle of the highest hill so as to give the royalty a view of all the movements that happen below. The way to Shirpamal is also an interesting trekking route.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Geeta for Yuva, Shrikrishna- Youth icon
Generally we celebrate Krishnajayanti by breaking Dahi handi , playing music and dancing in front of the lord. Additional to the general celebration these youngsters thought differently and took up this project which is creative and helpful to others. They are sharing their experiences and talking about Bhagavadgeeta in different colleges. They are also distributing Bhagavadgeeta to youngsters free of cost. The run is aimed to demonstrate strong mind in a strong body.
Swami Mitrananda, Directort of All India chinmaya Yuva Kendra, who believes that, “make them do, what you want in a way in which they like doing it”. He gave this small project to the youngsters so they can understand and experience the message of Bhagavadgeeta.
Geeta is a greatest scripture and it deals about every aspect of human life. It is not limited to any religion or group of people. Studying Geeta is very important to live happily and peacefully. The thoughts of Bhagavadgeeta are helpful to the youngsters in their life. so many great people like Lokmanya Tilak, Mahatma Gandhi, Khudiram Bose, Einstine, Subhash Chandra Bose, Veer Savarkar are appreciated the message of the Geeta, and agreed that Geeta helped them when they did something different/ when they faced greatest challenges of their life.
Today’s life is very fast, youngsters are going through tough competition and stressful education system. They need some role models in their life. Shrikrishna is a greatest youth icon because he enjoyed all the aspects of the life. He enjoyed his childhood, youthfulness and became a role model to others. He was focused, balanced so he could achieve perfection in every field. We should see Shrikrishna as a role model, youth icon than the God. If we see him as a God, we think that, he did great things because he was God.
On the occasion of the Krishna jayanti we should try to follow at least one value from his life. If the value grows in us it is the real birth of Krishna. It means we are celebrated and understood the real meaning of Shri Krishna jayanti. Let’s come together and start celebration of every festival creatively, so the real purpose of the celebration can be achieved.
Swami Mitrananda, Directort of All India chinmaya Yuva Kendra, who believes that, “make them do, what you want in a way in which they like doing it”. He gave this small project to the youngsters so they can understand and experience the message of Bhagavadgeeta.
Geeta is a greatest scripture and it deals about every aspect of human life. It is not limited to any religion or group of people. Studying Geeta is very important to live happily and peacefully. The thoughts of Bhagavadgeeta are helpful to the youngsters in their life. so many great people like Lokmanya Tilak, Mahatma Gandhi, Khudiram Bose, Einstine, Subhash Chandra Bose, Veer Savarkar are appreciated the message of the Geeta, and agreed that Geeta helped them when they did something different/ when they faced greatest challenges of their life.
Today’s life is very fast, youngsters are going through tough competition and stressful education system. They need some role models in their life. Shrikrishna is a greatest youth icon because he enjoyed all the aspects of the life. He enjoyed his childhood, youthfulness and became a role model to others. He was focused, balanced so he could achieve perfection in every field. We should see Shrikrishna as a role model, youth icon than the God. If we see him as a God, we think that, he did great things because he was God.
On the occasion of the Krishna jayanti we should try to follow at least one value from his life. If the value grows in us it is the real birth of Krishna. It means we are celebrated and understood the real meaning of Shri Krishna jayanti. Let’s come together and start celebration of every festival creatively, so the real purpose of the celebration can be achieved.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Indian says, we are not Indian!
During my journey on bike across Bharat, I was caught by terrorists in Manipur. They took away my bike and all other stuffs. When I introduced myself and explained my mission of the Yatra to their leader. He got angry and said, you are creating awareness about Bharat in our country. This is totally wrong, this is against our thoughts. Why you came in our nation (not in state). I was shocked by hearing such language. He was a well educated person, Manipur is a part of our country and the guy is asking, why you came in our nation? They were not having any feeling about the country.
They simply ask what Government is doing for us? There are no roads, light, schools and basic infrastructure in these states. What you people thinks about us when we comes to India? You call us as a Chinese or Japanese. We are neglected from the Government, and rest of the country.
They don’t think that they are a part of the country. There is no change, development in most part of the north east states. If we visit villages in Manipur and Nagaland we will come to know the situation.
they are not benefited from us, so its natural there is no love between us.
Can we do something to help our brothers? At least can we give respect to them when they comes here, can we help their children for education? Please think, otherwise we may loose a chance to think on such issues.
They simply ask what Government is doing for us? There are no roads, light, schools and basic infrastructure in these states. What you people thinks about us when we comes to India? You call us as a Chinese or Japanese. We are neglected from the Government, and rest of the country.
They don’t think that they are a part of the country. There is no change, development in most part of the north east states. If we visit villages in Manipur and Nagaland we will come to know the situation.
they are not benefited from us, so its natural there is no love between us.
Can we do something to help our brothers? At least can we give respect to them when they comes here, can we help their children for education? Please think, otherwise we may loose a chance to think on such issues.
India is independent, not Indians!
When we celebrate Independence Day, we should ask a question to ourselves. Our (geographical) country might be independent, Are we really independent?
Real independence is being free from situations, problems, and bondages. It means to think freely and take right decisions independently. Independence Day reminds the bravery of the freedom fighters and sacrifice of the revolutionaries. We are not connected with the freedom struggle, so we don’t feel that it is significant. We are forgetting our originality
We just celebrate the day by hoisting the flags, distributing sweets beating drums and enjoying the holiday.
In a conversation with an old and experienced person (who was a retired police inspector) in Harayana I got some shocking information. His age was 83 and he was actively participated in freedom movement. He said we are not independent till today. At the individual level we don’t have freedom, we are not aware about our rights; we are ruled by our politicians. We can’t think, we just give votes and selects the politician. Most of the people give votes because of the pressure and most educated runs away from it. He added that, on 15th Aug 1947 nothing happened, just white British went and black came. He said that, as compare to our politician British were good. They were not corrupt; they were disciplined, punctual and educated. Our current politicians are not having these basic qualities also. As per his opinion we need another revolution for political freedom.
Real independence is being free from situations, problems, and bondages. It means to think freely and take right decisions independently. Independence Day reminds the bravery of the freedom fighters and sacrifice of the revolutionaries. We are not connected with the freedom struggle, so we don’t feel that it is significant. We are forgetting our originality
We just celebrate the day by hoisting the flags, distributing sweets beating drums and enjoying the holiday.
In a conversation with an old and experienced person (who was a retired police inspector) in Harayana I got some shocking information. His age was 83 and he was actively participated in freedom movement. He said we are not independent till today. At the individual level we don’t have freedom, we are not aware about our rights; we are ruled by our politicians. We can’t think, we just give votes and selects the politician. Most of the people give votes because of the pressure and most educated runs away from it. He added that, on 15th Aug 1947 nothing happened, just white British went and black came. He said that, as compare to our politician British were good. They were not corrupt; they were disciplined, punctual and educated. Our current politicians are not having these basic qualities also. As per his opinion we need another revolution for political freedom.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
……and the Yatra was cancelled!
I planned the Yatra and decided to leave on 1st March 2010. But there were two reasons to cancel the yatra. One of our young friend died on bike on 25th Feb. and one astrologer suggested my brother to stop the Yatra. He told my family members that there is a accidental death in my Kundali in next coming month. My parents, brothers started calling me and requested to stop the Yatra. They never believed on astrology, but he was a famous astrologer. One day they called me and I heard mothers crying sound on mobile. I felt very bad; I understood her love and thought what the use of the service, if our parents are not happy? I wanted to make them happy. They took promise from me that I will not go for the Yatra. I declared that I am going to cancel the Yatra. All they became very happy, but I was disturbed. My mind was telling me that it is my test and I have to pass it.
One day a thought came in my mind if you are not happy, how you can give happiness to others? If you want to become happy do what comes from inside. Do your own duties, follow your Swadharma. I did not slept for two days, I was just thinking about the Yatra. Finally I understood that my family loves me, but they are opposing because of the astrologer and superstition. I decided to move and I left for the Yatra without informing them. I called them on 10th March and told about the Yatra, my father said, ok, go! Serve the nation, you will be safe, my blessings are with you.
One day a thought came in my mind if you are not happy, how you can give happiness to others? If you want to become happy do what comes from inside. Do your own duties, follow your Swadharma. I did not slept for two days, I was just thinking about the Yatra. Finally I understood that my family loves me, but they are opposing because of the astrologer and superstition. I decided to move and I left for the Yatra without informing them. I called them on 10th March and told about the Yatra, my father said, ok, go! Serve the nation, you will be safe, my blessings are with you.
Friday, July 2, 2010
Greatest source of self confidence- Hanuman chalisa
Chanting Hanuman Chalisa with understanding and meditating on Lord Hanuman gives unbelievable positive energy and confidence. Lord Hanuman is a symbol of Power, strength, and success. My source of self confidence, inner power and secret of success is Hanuman chalisa. Swami Mitrananda taught us that, “As you think so you becomes”.
There is a simple formula if we meditate upon power we becomes power. If one meditates on Hanuman’s power, strength, he becomes strong and become able to overcome any kinds of situations. I wanted to experience this, so I chanted Hanuman chalisa for 108 times. I experienced the effects, without anything, I did this Yatra successfully. So many times I met with danger people, Gunda’s, Maowadis, I traveled through most sensitive areas of the country. I stayed alone in jungles in the night but nothing happened to me. I experienced the power, strength and confidence within myself.
Some people could not understand this, even I never believed on such things but I have experienced it.
Nothing will happen if we are doing it blindly, there should be faith, understanding, and clarity in mind.
There is a simple formula if we meditate upon power we becomes power. If one meditates on Hanuman’s power, strength, he becomes strong and become able to overcome any kinds of situations. I wanted to experience this, so I chanted Hanuman chalisa for 108 times. I experienced the effects, without anything, I did this Yatra successfully. So many times I met with danger people, Gunda’s, Maowadis, I traveled through most sensitive areas of the country. I stayed alone in jungles in the night but nothing happened to me. I experienced the power, strength and confidence within myself.
Some people could not understand this, even I never believed on such things but I have experienced it.
Nothing will happen if we are doing it blindly, there should be faith, understanding, and clarity in mind.
....and finally i was caught by Maowadi in Manipur
It was 17th may 2010. I was in Manipur and the strike was going on in all over the state. It was highly sensitive area, and I was aware about it. Mr. Tiwary, an army officer informed me about the Maowadi group and how they troubles people. He also suggested not stopping anywhere, and covering the mouth with napkin.
I was driving little fast; one can drive at the speed of twenty on highway no-150 in Manipur. I was very alert. it was a jungle and no one was on the road. One youngster with rifle and a little sword stopped my bike, took the bike’s key and asked detail information about me. I gave all the details, he asked for two thousand rupees as a road tax. I said I can’t give because not having money. I have only seventy rupees and I can’t give it, because it will be required in next journey. I went with him and sat for sometime.
Then I requested him to meet their leader. He took me there, I went and sat on the chair, the leader came, he was around thirty, a young person. I said Hello and introduced myself. I said that, Sir you are well educated so only you can understand me. He became very happy after listening good things about him. He asked me why you came in our nation?. “Tu Idhar kyo aaya”.I replied that I wanted to study the villages and culture of the country, so came for the study. It is really nice and beautiful area. He checked my bag; saw the camera, laptop etc.
After few minutes he asked me don’t you have fear? How you can sit freely with us. Other people fears when they come here. I said excuse me sir, if you allow I can answer your question. He said, yes friend you can speak freely. I said Sir they don’t fear you, they fear the death. They fear the weapons which are in your hand. They were having rifles, AK 47, jambiya, Sword, and small knives. He thought for sometime and said yes, you are right. Everyone fears death. You are different, you are really courageous, because you have crossed Manipur state in this situation, I appreciate your courage and the way of speaking. Then he introduced about him without name, he was a graduate from Delhi University. He was a nice person, but he could not have got proper guidance on proper time. Today I experienced that there are good qualities in every human being. I also experienced that if we have pure vision and dedication to the service we can overcome any situations.
When I left the place the leader assured me, now no one will trouble you in this area.
I was driving little fast; one can drive at the speed of twenty on highway no-150 in Manipur. I was very alert. it was a jungle and no one was on the road. One youngster with rifle and a little sword stopped my bike, took the bike’s key and asked detail information about me. I gave all the details, he asked for two thousand rupees as a road tax. I said I can’t give because not having money. I have only seventy rupees and I can’t give it, because it will be required in next journey. I went with him and sat for sometime.
Then I requested him to meet their leader. He took me there, I went and sat on the chair, the leader came, he was around thirty, a young person. I said Hello and introduced myself. I said that, Sir you are well educated so only you can understand me. He became very happy after listening good things about him. He asked me why you came in our nation?. “Tu Idhar kyo aaya”.I replied that I wanted to study the villages and culture of the country, so came for the study. It is really nice and beautiful area. He checked my bag; saw the camera, laptop etc.
After few minutes he asked me don’t you have fear? How you can sit freely with us. Other people fears when they come here. I said excuse me sir, if you allow I can answer your question. He said, yes friend you can speak freely. I said Sir they don’t fear you, they fear the death. They fear the weapons which are in your hand. They were having rifles, AK 47, jambiya, Sword, and small knives. He thought for sometime and said yes, you are right. Everyone fears death. You are different, you are really courageous, because you have crossed Manipur state in this situation, I appreciate your courage and the way of speaking. Then he introduced about him without name, he was a graduate from Delhi University. He was a nice person, but he could not have got proper guidance on proper time. Today I experienced that there are good qualities in every human being. I also experienced that if we have pure vision and dedication to the service we can overcome any situations.
When I left the place the leader assured me, now no one will trouble you in this area.
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