UK - 200 Years of Shikshapatri - Maru Swarup

2026 marks a sacred milestone for devotees around the world — the 200th anniversary of the Shikshapatri, the timeless scripture written by Bhagwan Swaminarayan to guide humanity toward a righteous and fulfilling life.

With the blessings and inspiration of Mahant Sadguru Dharmanandandasji, Bhuj Mandir is honoured to bring this historic celebration to the UK through a grand, five-day utsav:

Maru Swarup — Discovering Our True Self

Hosted in collaboration with all eight of our UK mandirs, this utsav invites every heart to reconnect with the wisdom, love and discipline that the Shikshapatri offers.

Our Vision: 1% Better, Every Day — with the Shikshapatri

To inspire every soul to grow just a little each day — in thought, word and action — by consciously aligning life with the divine teachings of the Shikshapatri.
Step by step, decision by decision, we strive to become the best, Bhagwan-centred version of ourselves.

Our Mission

During this utsav, the Shikshapatri will come alive — not just as a scripture, but as a living pathway. Through katha, immersive exhibitions, engaging challenges and practical sessions, we’ll cultivate daily spiritual habits that last.

By uniting all eight mandirs in reflection, learning and well-being, our aim is simple: to transform inspiration into real, lifelong change in how we think, live and serve Bhagwan.

Utsav Highlights

• Each day will explore a core theme of the Shikshapatri
• Expert speakers from around the world ready to answer your questions
• Deeper appreciation of the greatness and relevance of the Shikshapatri
• Practical guidance to apply Bhagwan Swaminarayan’s teachings in daily life
• Short Gujarati kathas, English presentations and topic-focused talks
• Tailored sessions for different age groups
• Engaging English sabhas and activities for teenagers
• A caring crèche for young children
• Dedicated space for children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities