Ananda Mandir wishes Shubho Bijoya to all

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Prativa Hore (PrativaDi), our most beloved co-founder of Ananda Mandir, a past member of our Board of Trustees and past chairperson of our Puja Committee. 

 

She passed away peacefully Monday, 9th October at 3:05 pm in the presence of her loved ones. We all pray that her soul finds everlasting peace and may Ma bless and keep her for eternity. Her beautiful smile, her caring and strong spirit made her beloved to us all. We will miss her dearly. 

 
PrativaDi is survived by her two daughters Indrani (Papri) and Shravani (Bunu), their spouses Subrata and Alex, her grandchildren Shumon & Lauren, Monica & Rich, Tanuja, Katryna and baby Ian, a huge extended family and close friends! 
 
PrativaDi’s family has announced the following arrangements for the funeral:
 
Viewing, end of life rites and cremation:
Date/Time: Thursday, October 12th, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Venue: Franklin Memorial Park, 1800 State Route 27, North Brunswick NJ 08902 (732-545-4184)
 
Our community has lost a Grand Personality loved by all! Jai Ma! 
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Who We Are

With limited funds but unlimited hope, leading members of the Bengali community in New Jersey got together in 1995 and incorporated Ananda Mandir as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization. Following intensive efforts to locate a property that could accommodate a Temple as well as a Community Center, Ananda Mandir purchased a 7.5 acre property in December, 1997. At that time, the property included a 2800 sq. ft., 6-year old ranch-style building andAnanda Mandir became debt-free in 2001 and began a serious effort to obtain Township permits for a Hindu Temple on the site. We received Construction Permit in November, 2002 – and we celebrated Temple groundbreaking with Bhumi Puja on December 7, 2002 – a historic date in our calendar! Temple construction was completed in 2003. The old ranch-style building then became the residence for our priest and our office/meeting/classroom space.

In 2011 we launched The Campaign for Ananda Mandir with a goal of raising $1 million by the end of 2013. With your generous contributions, this goal ws achieved. The Campaign funds were used primarily for the construction of a new and expanded temple with a classical Bengali temple façade and a multi-functional cultural center. This two-year, $4 million+ project was completed in 2015-2016

In June 2018, Ananda Mandir Hosted NABC 2018 at Atlantic City, NJ. NABC 2018 was a great success and enjoyed by thousands of Bengalis from all over the USA. Click to view the pictures from the event, and here to view short videos.

Upcoming Events
Dec
12
Tue
6:30 PM Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Dec 12 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
For the latest update please check our website https://www.anandamandir.org .
Jan
10
Wed
6:30 PM Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Jan 10 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
For the latest update please check our website https://www.anandamandir.org .
Feb
9
Fri
6:30 PM Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Feb 9 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
For the latest update please check our website https://www.anandamandir.org .
Feb
14
Wed
8:30 AM Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Puja
Feb 14 @ 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Puja from 08:30 am to 10:00 am. Arati/Pushpanjoli from 10:00 am to 10:30 am. Hate Khori from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. For Hate Khori please call 973-449-5430
Feb
18
Sun
10:00 AM Bani Bandana @ Ananda Mandir
Bani Bandana @ Ananda Mandir
Feb 18 @ 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Debi Bandana/Arati/Pushpanjoli from 10:00 am to 12:00 am. Hate Khori from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Lunch from 12:30 pm to 02:00 pm. Cultural event from 02:00 pm onwards. For Hate Khori please call 973-449-5430
7:00 PM Satyanarayan Puja
Satyanarayan Puja
Feb 18 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
 
Mar
8
Fri
7:30 PM Maha Shiva Ratri @ Ananda Mandir
Maha Shiva Ratri @ Ananda Mandir
Mar 8 @ 7:30 PM – Mar 9 @ 12:30 AM
Maha Shiva Ratri @ Ananda Mandir
Himachandan Arati & Rajbesh will start at 9:00 pm on Feb 18, 2023. Temple will provide samagris for the Shiva Avishek. Do not bring Milk. Temple will not accept any items from outside. Note: Please …

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Mar
9
Sat
6:30 PM Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Shyama Puja @ Ananda Mandir
Mar 9 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
For the latest update please check our website https://www.anandamandir.org .

Community News

December 2020 – Ananda Mandir recently welcomed three new members to the Board of Trustees:

Sanchoy Das, Nimai Ghosh & Shyamal Sarkar.

January 2021 – Gayatri GaMarsh Memorial Awards for Literary Excellence:

Winners are Swapna Ray & Subhankar Mukhopadhyay (Bengali Publications) and Debashis Roy Chowdhury (English Publications). More

Our sincere thanks to two BOT members who retired during 2020:

Indrani Dhar &  Suprasad Baidyaroy.  And we extend a warm welcome to Anjan Lahiri as Vice President.