In a landmark spiritual journey that inspired and uplifted thousands, Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur UK (SRMD UK) welcomed globally revered spiritual master Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji for an eight-day Dharmayatra across the United Kingdom. Held from 19–26 June 2025, the tour spanned London, Manchester, and Leicester, uniting diverse communities in a shared pursuit of inner growth, peace, and purpose.
The tour began in London, where over 2,500 spiritual aspirants gathered for two transformative evenings at Byron Hall, Harrow Leisure Centre. Drawing from the eternal principles of Lord Mahavir and the teachings of 19th-century visionary Shrimad Rajchandraji, Pujya Gurudevshri shared practical, relatable insights in His signature style—simple yet deeply impactful. In His discourse “Add Salt to Your Devotion,” He encouraged seekers to “flavour their faith” by having conversations with the Divine every day. He enriched the meaning of “SALT” by offering deeper insights into each letter. “S” represents the creation of a Sacred space within ourselves, fostering meaningful conversations with the Divine. “A” stands for accepting others as they are, without judgment. “L” emphasises the importance of listening, choosing understanding over reacting. Finally, “T” reminds us to nurture a timeless connection with the Divine, free from the constraints of time. In His second discourse, “Add Sugar to Your Relationships,” He emphasised the importance of nurturing joy, connection, and harmony in our interpersonal lives. Through practical insights, He highlighted how relationships can be sweetened by cultivating a spirit of service (S - Serving attitude), deepening our understanding of others (U- Understanding), aligning our interactions with a higher spiritual goal (G- Goal), communicating with clarity and compassion (A - Art of Communication), and embracing differences with mutual respect (R- Respecting Differences).
Each evening featured devotional music, a meditative sound bath, reflections, and cultural dedications by SRMD UK volunteers and youth. The atmosphere was one of profound reverence, leaving attendees inspired to live more consciously. “Pujya Gurudevshri makes timeless wisdom feel intimately personal and incredibly relevant to modern life. Each word feels like a direct light into the soul,” shared one dignitary present during the event.
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The journey continued in Manchester at the Jain Community Centre, where seekers immersed themselves in discourses on inner evolution and detachment. Hundreds engaged deeply as Pujya Gurudevshri explained “how the outer world is not in our control, but that our inner world, our thoughts and responses to situations are in our control.” Participants described the session as transformative and healing. “Despite being unfamiliar with the language, I found myself fully immersed. The essence of what He was saying resonated deeply,” said one first-time attendee. Another reflected, “Pujya Gurudevshri’s teachings reflect the heart of countless scriptures—yet His ability to distil them into everyday action is what makes His presence so impactful.”
The Dharmayatra concluded in Leicester, where Pujya Gurudevshri guided seekers to reflect inwardly, identify obstacles to spiritual growth, and embrace personal transformation. Attendees from varied backgrounds were united by a shared longing for clarity, peace, and higher purpose. “Pujya Gurudevshri’s words gave me a new purpose—His message of inner transformation has changed how I see myself and the world,” said one attendee.
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Beyond the public discourses, Pujya Gurudevshri held intimate sessions with SRMD UK volunteers and youth, offering personalised guidance and blessings. These interactions left a profound impact on the volunteers who selflessly serve in alignment with the Mission’s values of compassion, purity, and spiritual growth. Several dignitaries and community leaders attended Pujya Gurudevshri’s public discourses and received His blessings including Leader of Harrow Council, Paul Osborn, The worshipful the mayor of the London Borough of Harrow, Cllr Anjana Patel, The worshipful the mayor of Hertsmere, Cllr Alpha Bird Collins and the Lord Mayor of Manchester, Cllr Carmine Grimshaw.
Pujya Gurudevshri’s visit to the UK not only uplifted thousands but also signalled a growing interest in spiritual inquiry and values-based living across the UK. With His combination of timeless wisdom, engaging delivery, and heartfelt connection, Pujya Gurudevshri’s visit was a call to awaken—to lead lives rooted in self-awareness, compassion, and connection with the inner self.