Ramakrishna Math, Kochi observed Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi’s Jayanti with due solemnity, serving 172 poor mothers as part of the celebration. The day began with Mangalarati, followed by the chanting of Vedic mantras and stotrams. A special puja and homa were performed, accompanied by bhajans sung by devotees and a spiritual discourse.
Lunch prasad was then served to the devotees, with around 300 people, including 172 poor mothers, partaking in the meal. At 2:00 p.m., a movie on Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi was screened. Following this, the Holy Mother’s Kumkum Archana was conducted by the 172 poor mothers in front of a photo of the Holy Mother, which was provided to each of them.
Each mother was also presented with a set of items, including Holy Mother’s photo, a saree, utensils, a bedsheet, soap, toothpaste, a towel, health powder, milk powder, sugar, tea powder, a bag, and some cash.
