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About Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
🌸 Introduction
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust is a religious, social, and service-oriented organization established based on the eternal message of Sai Baba — “Shraddha and Saburi” (Faith and Patience).
The Shri Sai Baba Temple, located near the Sion–Panvel Highway in Maharashtra Nagar, Mankhurd, is not just a place of worship. Our vision is to develop it into a support center for needy citizens, travelers, students, women, auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers, and the general public.
Through Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust, various religious and social programs are organized in the temple premises. These include scholarships for school students, cultural, art and sports activities, special programs for women, and social welfare camps.
🛕 About Us (History of Establishment)
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust was established with the support and cooperation of local residents, auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers, social workers, and Sai devotees.
Considering the growing population in the Mankhurd area, the needs of travelers on the highway, and the lack of religious and social service centers, the idea of building this temple was conceived.
Today, the temple is developing as a center of faith, service, and social responsibility.
Goals Of Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust is dedicated to spreading faith, compassion, and social responsibility. Our goal is not only to develop a spiritual environment but also to support society through meaningful service initiatives inspired by the teachings of Sai Baba.
For the overall development of students, the trust conducts the following activities:
Prize distribution for students from class 5 to class 10
Promotion of art, sports, and cultural activities
Providing books and clothes at subsidized rates for poor students
Seating arrangements and drinking water facilities for students
Safe waiting arrangements during the rainy season
Special assistance for orphan and poor students
Monthly food donation for students of the Mankhurd Children’s Home
Drinking water, electricity, and seating facilities for travelers on the highway
Clean toilets and bathing facilities
Safe waiting area for travelers
Assistance for breakdown vehicles and towing support
Awareness programs and social camps
Programs promoting social unity and harmony
24-hour auto-rickshaw and taxi services
Emergency transport assistance for travelers
Cooperation with police and administration during accidents
Quick assistance for citizens through the temple support system
First aid support for accident victims
Efforts to provide ambulance facilities
Coordination with nearby hospitals
24-hour helpline service
Safety arrangements for women
Assistance center for lost belongings
Peaceful and organized Sai Baba darshan
Special arrangements for senior citizens and women
Special Abhishek and Aarti every Thursday
The temple organizes several religious and social programs throughout the year.
Major Events
Ram Navami – Grand Sai Bhandara (Annadan for around 15,000 people)
Guru Purnima – Special worship, bhajan, and prasad
Vijayadashami – Religious programs and bhajans
Datta Jayanti and Tulsi Vivah
Diwali – Festival of Lights celebration
Grand Sai Baba Procession
Harinam Saptah
Sai Satcharitra Parayan
Haldi-Kumkum program for women
To successfully organize these activities, the trust has formed:
Religious Program Committee
Social Service Committee
Annadan Management Team
Educational and Women’s Program Team
There is a plan to establish a 24-hour help and support center within the temple premises.
Services
Auto-rickshaw and taxi services
Ambulance service
Coordination with police and administration
Assistance for travelers
To develop the temple into an ideal Sai temple in Maharashtra
Start regular Annadan and medical services
Expand educational and social programs
Improve coordination with administration and emergency services
Implement more community welfare projects
About Shri Sai Baba Temple
The Shri Sai Baba Temple was established with the noble intention of creating a sacred space where devotees can experience peace, devotion, and spiritual energy.
Temples are considered centers of faith in Indian culture where individuals bow with devotion and connect with divine blessings. The idol of Sai Baba installed in the temple represents faith, hope, and compassion for all devotees.
The trust believes that every person entering the temple premises should feel mental peace, spiritual positivity, and divine grace.
Organization Members
Management Body
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General Members
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Committee Details
Mr. Ashok Jalinder Gawhane
President
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Tukaram Kerappa Chormule
Vice President
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Subhash Bapusaheb Shinde
Secretary
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Mahendra Ishwar Athawale
Treasurer
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
🛕 Temple Structure and Reconstruction Plan
The Shri Sai Baba Temple began with the installation of a small photograph of Sai Baba at a modest place.
As the devotion and participation of local people increased, the decision was made to reconstruct and expand the temple.
The temple is being developed on a 45×60 feet plot of land granted with permission from the Railway Administration.
In the future, the temple will become a symbol of peace, devotion, and proper management, combining traditional religious values with modern facilities.
Facilities being developed in the temple
Peaceful and organized darshan arrangements
Easy access for women, senior citizens, and differently-abled devotees
Proper cleanliness, drinking water, and electricity facilities
Seating arrangements and waiting area for travelers
A large assembly hall and service rooms planned for the future
Core Members
Mr. Popat Bapurao Kadam
Member
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Rajaram Dagdu Patil
Member
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Dattatraya Baban Salve
Member
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Mr. Sandeep More
Member
Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust (Sai Baba Mandir)
Donate For Smile
Your generous support helps Sai Shraddha Charitable Trust continue its mission of serving society through education, food donation, community support, and spiritual activities. Every contribution brings hope and happiness to those in need.
Support Education for Students
Your donation helps provide books, clothes, and educational support to underprivileged students.
Annadan for the Needy
Special Annadan programs are also organized during major festivals like Ram Navami to support thousands of devotees and families.
Community Support Services
Your support helps us provide essential facilities such as drinking water, waiting areas, sanitation, and basic assistance for travelers and citizens near the temple.
Social Welfare Initiatives
Donations enable the trust to organize social programs, awareness camps, and charitable activities that promote compassion, unity, and service within the community.