PM Modi to Release ₹150 Coin on Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Prabhupad

The Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, is set to release the ₹150 commemorative coin and postal stamp to mark the 150th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Prabhupad as part of the World Vaishnav Convention 2024 organised by Gaudiya Mission at Bharat Mandappam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on February 8, 2024.

Gaudiya Mission, with an unwavering commitment to spreading the teachings of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and a dedicated focus on human welfare, is poised to mark a historic event – the World Vaishnav Convention 2024. Set to take place from February 6th to 8th, this grand assembly serves as a tribute to the founder acharya and revered spiritual leader, Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Prabhupad of Gaudiya Mission.

The convention, an annual gathering of Vaishnavism devotees worldwide, promises a vibrant celebration of spiritual legacy and profound teachings. The festivities commence with the Adhivas Mohotsav, followed by a majestic Nagar Sankirtan Procession spreading the message of universal brotherhood through devotional chanting. In addition to the commemorative coin and postal stamp unveiling, the event will feature spiritual discourses, an exhibition showcasing the spiritual heritage, cultural programs including Gaudiya Dance performances, and the soul-stirring Sri Harinam Sankirtan.

Earlier, on February 1, 2024, the Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification regarding the issuance of the commemorative coin, as previously posted on this blog. Furthermore, there are other potential coin releases in the pipeline.

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