Program Brief
Malaysia BK family had a double celebration for 40 years of service and 29th Asian Retreat with Asha Didi from Om Shanti Retreat Centre (ORC), Delhi from 15th to 18th of September 2022. Didi Asha arrived in Malaysia on the 15th of September 2022 morning. She was accompanied by Sis Neha. Asha Didi was warmly welcomed by Baba’s big group of angels to Asia Retreat Centre with tilak, a bouquet of flower and welcome dance. Preparation for this event started 6 months ago. All brothers and sisters were very enthusiastic to bring newness in all aspects. BKM 40th Anniversary Celebration was started with a special programme for IP contacts and professionals on 15th September 2022 at its city campus – Harmony House, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. The highlights of the event were a talk “Think Positive No Matter What” by Rajyogini BK Asha Didi, Director of ORC, Delhi, and launching of BKM 40th Anniversary Souvenir Book by H.E. Mr. B.N. Reddy, High Commissioner of India to Malaysia. H.E. Mr. Reddy was accompanied by his wife, Mdm. Lalita.<br/>More than 60 participants, who comprise of professionals, CEOs and Heads of organizations and NGOs, took benefit from the wisdom and valuable insights shared by Asha Didi on how to be calm and peaceful at all times and to remain optimistic and positive no matter what. All guests received a copy of the Souvenir Book together with gifts, blessings and toli. Vegetarian refreshments were also served at the end of the program.<br/>We started the Welcome and Celebration program on the 16th of September2022 at the Diamond Hall, ARC… Asha Didi was welcomed and ushered by senior brothers and sisters of Malaysia together with 20 couples carrying urns and ShivBaba flags. As Asha Didi entered the hall with the beautiful music, everyone felt like being in heaven. We had 3 masters of ceremony for the program representing 3 main cultures of Malaysia. Welcome program started with Bharatanatyam performance followed by children invoking BapDada. 29 sisters sang welcome song to the participants from other Asian countries. We had cultural items from Indonesia and 4 cultural items representing multicultural in Malaysia. <br/>To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of BKM, 40 candles were lit up and a 4-tier huge cake were cut by 40 Baba’s instruments. To inaugurate 29th Asian Retreat, Asha Didi beat the Gong for 29<br/>times. Special cake to celebrate 29th Asian Retreat was cut by all the team leaders of Asian Retreat. Didi Asha blessed Malaysia family and congratulated them for the 40th Anniversary and 29th Asian Retreat. Grand Souvenir Book and video launching was also done by our seniors.<br/>More than 650 BKs were enjoying every moment of this celebration. Bro Letchu did a presentation about Brahma Kumaris Foundation (BKF) and Asha Didi launched it. Powerful class on the theme of the Retreat: Unity, Love and Respect – 3 Golden Keys had inspired everyone to go deep within. There was very powerful Amrit Vela conducted by seniors and Asha Didi. Didi Asha met brothers and sisters from Asian countries and had a special meeting with the centre wassis of Malaysia as well as the ARC residents. Sis Celia and Murli Bhai had interaction session with Asha<br/>Didi about her encounter with the Ancestors souls. It was a very interesting experience to hear the lessons learned by Asha Didi through her encounter with the ancestors souls in particular with Dadi Prakashmani, Dadi Janki and Dadi Gulzar. Asha Didi also gave powerful class on the “Preparation for the final moments” which inspired all to be ever ready. Also, Asha Didi and two seniors performed tree planting ceremony at the Peace Garden and coconut breaking ceremony to build a meditation dorm beside Baba’s canopy. <br/>We were very fortunate to receive Baba’s message for the Retreat through Mohini Didi, USA. Asha Didi also shared her inspirations and aspirations for Malaysia- “Malaysia has to become No 1 light house for the world.” Asha Didi left for Delhi on Sunday evening, leaving behind lots of powerful vibrations in ARC. Nearly more than 1000 BK students listened to Murli daily from all Asian countries.<br/>More than 650 BKs took sustenance from BapDada and left with the aim of giving proof of love by becoming BapSaman. Thanks to Baba-Drama & the family for all your love and cooperation.