TAS Multi Kunda Yajna gathering lights the fires of faith In photos, devotees, artistes, and guests participate in Toronto Arya Samaj’s Multi Kunda Yajna last month Markham

In a spiritual gathering marked by prayer, song, and community engagement, the Toronto Arya Samaj (TAS) welcomed attendees to its signature Multi Kunda Yajna event on June 29. Led by Pt Mitra Gangadin, the prayers were supported by the TAS kirtan group with bhajans appropriate to the occasion. TAS President Adit Kumar opened the ceremony by welcoming guests and reaffirming the organisation’s guiding principle, declaring, “The family that prays together, stays together.” He extended gratitude to all attendees for their participation, which he described as a reaffirmation of TAS’ commitment to community, devotion, and continuity. In his sermon, Pt Gangadin emphasised the significance of prayer within both the biological family and the wider “samaj family”. He also recognised the 150th Anniversary of Arya Samaj, founded on April 10, 1875 by Swami Dayanand Saraswati Ji, acknowledging the enduring relevance of the founder’s vision. Among the eminent attendees were Honorary Consul at the Guyana Consulate General in Toronto, Mani Singh; President of Arya Samaj Markham, Yash Kapur; and President of Arya Samaj Scarborough, Jai Singh. These dignitaries joined other participants in offering ahuti during the yajna. In his address, Singh congratulated TAS for its ongoing work under the leadership of Kumar. He also acknowledged the historical contribution of Swami Dayanand to the Indian mosaic, highlighting the continued relevance of the Arya Samaj movement in the diaspora. The yajna was preceded by a Bhajan Sangeet program held the evening prior, dedicated to honouring artiste David Komal Singh, the well-known mandolin and keyboard player. Recovering from surgery at the time, Singh viewed the event via Zoom from his hospital bed. A plaque in recognition of his contributions was presented to his family during the program. The musical tribute featured bhajans and kirtans by various artistes, with an uplifting, healing bhajan dedicated specifically to David, which was performed by Honorary Consul Singh. The hosting duties for the events were undertaken by Vanessa Prashad, Samantha Sharma, Shivani Ross, and Tara Umadas. Each host acknowledged a personal journey growing up within the TAS mandir community, while expressing appreciation for the opportunity to give back. Special thanks were extended to attendees, donors, volunteers, and those who prepared the food, in recognition of their support in making the event possible

Credit to Indo Caribbean World Newspaper

July 23, 2025