All World
Gayatri Pariwar

   As spring is the most vibrant and verdant amongst the seasons, so is youth in the changing phases of life - a fountainhead of joy, enthusiasm, valour and courage. Self-disciplined youth committed to noble ideals are a source of infinite energy leading to ever higher progress and prosperity. History bears testimony to the fact that youth have always established new benchmarks with their wisdom, courage, indomitable energy and strong willpower - be it the domain of materialism or spirituality. Indeed, whatever bright chapters are found in the history of the world, they have been written by the youth.

It is the youthful divine urge of  Ekoham bahusyam  that created the whole cosmos. The youthfulness of Nature is expressed in the form of its beauty. The youth, Ram, painfully moved by the cultural degradation of his time vowed–‘Nishichar heen karahu mahi’ (meaning: I vow to eliminate all evil traits from the face of the earth). When the youthful message of the Geeta aroused from within the youthfulness of Partha, the latter won the great war of Mahabharat. The youthfulness of human compassion transformed prince Siddhartha into The Buddha. The youthfulness of Guru Gobind Singh became a challenge for the tyrants. When youth get surcharged by Tapa (penance), they become Bhagwan Mahavir, Swami Dayanand, Swami Vivekanand, Swami Ramteerth, etc. It is the youthfulness of the martyrs which broke the chains of slavery of Mother India. The youthfulness of Param Poojya Gurudev Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya and Vandaniya Mataji laid the foundation of Gayatri Mission – committed to ushering of the New Golden Era. Youth is the passionate urge to grow both in matters mundane as well as spiritual.

Unfortunately, at present we are passing through a dark period of cultural debauchery. Materialistic consumerism and self-indulgence are on their climax; and directionlessness, evil tendencies and lack of creativity are making our young generation hollow from within. Over and above that unemployment, drug abuse, and western style of living are draining off their energies. In such a dismal situation, it becomes essential to acquaint the youth of our nation with our cultural heritage and make them realize the true purpose of their lives. What is needed for a bright future in the twenty-first century – is the total transformation of the present way of life – from crass materialism to life – affirming spirituality.

In order to organize the youth into the nation’s enlightened power, Shantikunj has initiated a nation-wide ‘Youth Movement’.


Four–fold Concept of Youth Movement

1. Serene Youth – Superior Nation
*   Protecting the youth from the ill-effects of consumeristic culture and acquaint them
with our glorious cultural heritage
*  Cultivation of virtues like humility, cooperation, industriousness, self-discipline,  
etc;  amonst the youth

2. Devoted Youth – Happy Nation
*  Development of compassion, sensitivity, devotion to social service and related 
qualities in the youth
*  Utilization of time, effort, resources and talents of youth in creative work

3. Healthy Youth – Powerful Nation
*   Motivation of youth for achieving holistic physical, mental and spiritual health
*   Cultivation of a superior art of living through Pragya Yoga and  self-discipline
*   Protecting the youth from the vices of addiction / drug abuse and engaging them in 
creative work

4. Self-reliant Youth – Prosperous Nation
*   Awakening of self-respect through self-reliance
*   Eradication of unemployment
*   Self-reliance through self-employment
*   Awakening of an attitude of dignity towards work

Seven Steps of Youth Movement

1. Sadhana                             2. Education
3. Health                               4. Self-reliance
5. Environmental protection 6. Women’s empowerment and awakening
7. Deliverance from addictions; and Eradication of evil customs.

Nature of Organization

In order to solve the present – day problems and lead this process of transformation, the nation is seeking the support of youth. In fact the future of the nation lies in the hands of its youth. Thus, there is a dire need of organizing the youth and properly utilizing their talents and potentialities.

The progress of any nation does not depend on its vast majority of unorganized masses but on its energetic, service-oriented young leaders. True leaders are those who could solve their own problems and utilize the remaining energy in the upliftment of others. Only such leaders will inspire the masses to follow them.

Therefore, under the aegis of Global Gayatri Pariwar, with its headquarters at Shantikunj Hardwar, a ‘Youth Cell’ has been established under the dynamic leadership of Revered Dr. Pranav Pandya and Shail Jiji. This cell is striving to organize dedicated and energetic young men and women from all walks of life, ready to participate enthusiastically in the making of the nation. This cell will work at ascending levels starting from village/town to the state. The aims and objectives of the ‘Youth Cell’ are as follows.

•    Develop positive personality traits in the youth
•    Cultivate the virtues of self-discipline, leadership, compassion and courage in the youth
•    Properly utilize the talents and energies of youth in creative tasks
•    Awaken self-esteem through self-reliance
•    Develop the spirit of cooperation with society amongst  the youth
•    Prepare prudent, honest, responsible and brave young men and women

An Apeal

We appeal to all our fellow citizens to cooperate with us in this campaign of awakening of the youth so that this vibrant, energetic and dynamic force could be utilized for the development of the Nation and the welfare of the world at large.