To celebrate 50 years since Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa gave a physical embodiment to Shree Swaminarayan Gadi, with the divine blessings of Ved Ratna Acharya Shree Purushottampriya Swamishree Maharaj, a grand festival has been inspired by Acharya Shree Jitendriyapriya Swamiji Maharaj, which will take place in Maninagar, Ahmedabad, India from 19th -25th September 2022. Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band from all 5 regions will perform at the grand celebration.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Mandir Bolton celebrated their 21st Patotsav on the 15th August 2021.
Read MoreJeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa established the Headquarters of Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan, Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Maninagar and installed the divine murti of Shree Ghanshyam Maharaj on Samvat 2000 Falgun Sud 3, Saturday 26th February 1944.
The Amrut, 75th anniversary, of this auspicious event will be celebrated with great honour and ceremony. His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree Maharaj has inspired a magnificent 5-day festival to be held from the 5 to 9 March 2019. Thousands of disciples from around the world will gather in Maninagar to experience these festivities.
On Samvat 2075, Maha Sud 12/13, exactly 100 years will have passed since Jeevanpran Bapashree performed the official Murti Pratishtha Mahotsav of Shree Ghanshyam Maharaj presiding in Kadi Mandir. In celebration of this auspicious occasion, Acharya Swamishree Maharaj has inspired a 3-day festival, from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 February 2019.
Read MoreAcharya Swamishree Maharaj fulfilled the prayers of His disciples residing in the UK, arriving in London on Wednesday 6th of June and then in Bolton on Friday the 8th of June . He arrived at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bolton at 3pm.
Read MoreThis year, the day of Gurupoonam was held at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bolton on Sunday 9th July 2017 marked Ashadh Sud Poonam, Gurupoonam, a day dedicated to one’s Guru.
Read MoreManchester Day is an annual event that celebrates everything great about the city. It is a day for families, residents, and visitors to get together and celebrate all things Mancunian that have made Manchester one of the world’s most iconic cities.
Read MoreShree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band and the British Red Cross Helped raise money to support the victims of the Manchester attack.
Read MoreThe Midnight Memories Walk is an 8-mile sponsored walk to raise vital funds for Bolton Hospice.
Read MoreA grand procession was held from the main village square of Mankuva. Four regal elephants carried Lord Shree Swaminarayan, Jeevanpran Shree Abji Bapashree, Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa and Acharya Swamishree Maharaj
Read MoreThe London and Bolton branches of Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band were amongst the leading features of this year’s La Grande Parade de Paris on New Year’s Day.
Read MoreAll 5 bands will be coming together to celebrate a grand festival marking the Silver Jubilee of Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Smruti Mandir in Godasar.
Read MoreOn the 1st of January 2016 Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band - Bolton began the new year with a spectacular performance in Paris.
Read MoreIn December 2015, Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band, Nairobi - Kenya celebrates its 60th anniversary. Acharya Swamishree Maharaj has inspired a festival that includes a city parade where the Nairobi Band will be joined by its sister bands from UK, USA and India to perform as a mass pipe band of Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan. Many thousands of people from all around the world will attend these celebrations.
Read MoreShree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band and Shree Muktajeevan Dhol Acadamy had the privilege to play for the prime minister of India at Wembley Stadium on Friday the 13th of November.
Read MoreOn Monday 12th October 2015, the disciples at Shree Swaminarayan Siddhant Sajivan Mandal Bolton gathered to celebrate the 108th manifestation day of our beloved Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa.
Read MoreCelebrating 15 Years of Arts & Culture in Bolton
Read MoreThis year, the day of Gurupoonam was held on Friday 31st July 2015 marked Ashadh Sud Poonam, Gurupoonam, a day dedicated to one Guru.
Read MoreAdlington Carnival
Horwich Parade
Wilmslow Band Performance
Bolton Hospice Midnight Walk
Manchester Day Parade
The Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band Bolton was invited to play for the local community carnival in Radcliffe.
Read MoreAcharya Swamishree Maharaj fulfilled the prayers of His disciples residing in the UK, arriving in London on Monday and then in Bolton on Tuesday 26th May. He arrived at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bolton at 3pm.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band performed in Bolton Town Centre to help raise money for the Nepal Earthquake Appeal (British Red Cross). In addition to the pipe band there were other performances including dhol and a variety of different dances by the younger disciples. Additionally raffles, henna - mehendi, and face painting were also available for the local public to participate in.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band, performed at the Macron Stadium the home of Bolton Wanders Football club were they hosted Blackpool football club.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band, performed at the fourth round of the FA cup, where Bolton Wanderers Hosted Liverpool at the Macron Stadium.
Read MoreOn Wednesday 24th September 2014, the disciples at Shree Swaminarayan Siddhant Sajivan Mandal Bolton gathered to celebrate the 107th manifestation day of our beloved Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa.
Read MoreOn Sunday 31 August, hundreds of disciples of Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan from all over the world gathered in the Lake District town of Bowness-on-Windermere, UK to celebrate the life and times of our beloved Gurudev Jeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa. 2014 marks 35 years since Jeevanpran Swamibapa departed this world in 1979 - with His last days spent in this tranquil town, making it a sacred site of pilgrimage for His disciples the world over.
Read MoreThe Mass Band of over 120 pipes and drums wound its way from St Lukes Hospice to Kingsbury Mandir, filling the air with their melodious tunes.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Mandir Kingsbury Grand Opening, a magnificent Nagaryatra (procession) was held through the streets of Central London in which the melodious bagpipers and drummers participated in a parade of passion, strength and unity.
Read MoreThe British Transplant Games, formerly known as Transplant Olympics is an annual event for athletes who have had a organ transplant or who have donated an organ.
Read MoreThis year, the day of Gurupoonam was held on Saturday 12 July 2014 marked Ashadh Sud Poonam, Gurupoonam, a day dedicated to one Guru.
Read MoreOn Friday, 4th October 2013, the disciples at Shree Swaminarayan Siddhant Sajivan Mandal Bolton gathered to celebrate the 106th manifestation day of our beloved Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa.
Read MoreSwaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band has reached its first major milestone, it is ten years old. It seems like yesterday when the band was formed but time waits for no one. To commemorate this achievement the current band members organised a celebration by creating a video montage of some of the venues and events they have performed at. It was a potted history showing the original members through to the current membership.
Read MoreTo celebrate this auspicious occasion, with the immense divine blessings and encouragement of His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree, the disciples of Bolton have organised a magnificent 5 day festival, the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bolton Mahamandir Mahotsav and Survarna Tula, from 13th August to 18th August 2013.
Read MoreOn Monday, 15th October 2012, the disciples at Shree Swaminarayan Siddhant Sajivan Mandal Bolton gathered to celebrate the 105th manifestation day of our beloved Gurudev Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa.
Read More12th Patotsav of Shree Swaminarayan Temple, Bolton Celebrating 12 Years of Arts & Culture
Read MoreThe Olympic Torch started its 70-day journey on May 19 and will end at the Olympic Stadium on July 27, travelling the length and breadth of the UK before the Olympic Games, Bolton was chosen as just one of seven places in the North West where it would stay overnight; this was a huge honour for the town. The Mayor of Bolton, Councillor Guy Harkin, told the crowds in Victoria Square that it was a proud day for Bolton.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band was invited to play at this year's annual Manchester Day Parade which took place on Sunday 10th June 2012; an event that celebrates all the things that make Manchester great.
Read MoreOn Sunday 25th March 2012, Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band performed in Manchester encouraging over 6200 runners that ran the Sports Relief Mile, one of many events that were held nationwide to help raise money for Sports Relief. People ran either one, three or six miles to help. Money raised from Sport Relief goes to UK charities as well as development and humanitarian relief charities helping children and adults suffering in some of the world's most challenging conditions. This year Sports Relief has raised over 52 million pounds and counting!
Read MoreOn Sunday 26th February 2012, the town of Bolton celebrated the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with a parade that started in the Town Square and ended with a service in the Bolton Parish Church.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Temple Arts and Culture Centre were nominated for a Fusion award 2011 in the Community Group of the year.
Read MoreOn Monday 16th August 2010, Acharya Swamishree led disciples from all over the world, hundreds of visitors, locals and the Worshipful Mayor in the Lake District town of Bowness-on-Windermere (Northern England), to commemorate the last days our beloved Gurudev Jeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa.
Read MoreOn 25th July 2010 Ashadh Sud 15 (Gurupoonam) was celebrated in Bolton, Lancs with great joy. All devotees took part in this grand celebration. Gururaj Muktajeevan Swamibapa swagat yatra from the temple hall. Young devotees aging from 4 to 15 with offerings led the procession into the Temple carrying Jeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swami Bapa on his Gadi. The temple was filled with flowing sweet melodies from the Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band joined the Mayor of Bolton Councillor John Byrne who hosted this year's Armed Forces Day to show support for the men and women past and present who make up the Armed Forces. Also present was Yasmin Qureshi Labour MP for Bolton South East. A special service from the Town Hall steps was led by the Vicar of Bolton.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band was invited to play by Bolton School at this year summer concert at the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester on the evening of 29 June.
Read MoreAs part of the Spirit Bolton Festival the town diverse and unique communities celebrated the Spirit of Bolton on Saturday June 19. Led by the Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band the Mayor of Bolton Councillor John Byrne officially opened the event in Victoria Square whereby organisers including Bolton Inter faith Council, Bolton Christian Community Cohesion, Bolton Council of Mosques and Bolton Hindu Forum with the support of Bolton Council and local community groups.
Read MoreOn a clear but cold Sunday morning the Mayor's Mile Charity Walk was official started with The Mayor and Mayoress of Bolton led by two Masai warriors dressed in authentic outfits from Kenya. The Masai warriors ensured that the walk around the Bolton Town Hall was not interrupted by any stray lions that may have been out for a morning stroll. Accompanying the warriors were a couple of 8ft tall kangaroos and the Dhol Fusion from Swaminarayan Mandir, Deane Road. The Mayor's office had specifically asked for the Dhol Fusion as on a previous event the Mayor had been so impressed by them that he wanted them to start off the day and lead the procession.
Read MoreThe Temples decision to support this cause some several months prior came with a vision of the Golders Green Swaminarayan Gadi Sport Relief Mile 2010 being an event to bring the multi faithed, multi cultured local community together in a celebration of the unity in our diversity for this important cause in line with the overall charitable objectives of the Temple.
Read MoreOn 27th March 2010 Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band Bolton and Shree Muktajeevan Pipe Band London performed at the Reebok Stadium, home for the Bolton Wonderers Football Club, who had a game against Manchester United.
Read MoreOn Saturday 6th February 2010 in Bolton town centre, Bolton Interfaith Council organised a fund raising event to support the people of Haiti following the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12th 2010.
Read MoreOn Tuesday 18th August 2009, Hindu from all over the world, including monks from India, joined hundreds of visitors and locals and the Worshipful Mayor in the Lake District town of Bowness-on-Windermere, in Northern England to commemorate the key teachings of Jeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa, founder of the Organisation Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan, in a spectacle that embodied his lifetime message of peace, harmony amongst cultures and the support of human endeavour to achieve ones highest aspirations in life through the strength of community unity.
Read MoreShree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band was invited to perform at this year's edition of the annual Manchester International Festival and joined the many bands, performance acts and floats that partook in the festival.
Read MoreOn 25th April 2009 Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band Bolton performed Dhol Fusion at Reebok Stadium, home for the Bolton Wonderers Football Club, who had a game against Aston Villa. The event was a huge success with over 21,000 people at the stadium.
Read MoreOn Thursday 13th November 2008, Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band received the Black and Asian Achievement Award for the work carried out for the local and international communities.
Read MoreA group of dignitaries including the Mayor of Bolton were received by Acharya Swamishree. They were given a tour of the mandir and then taken to the sabha mandap where they saw several dances performed by our balaks and balikas. The visit was arranged by Bolton Interfaith Council.
Read MoreOn Friday 15th August 2008 at Bolton temple. Young and old Indians assembled to celebrate 61st India's Independence Day with His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree with a flag raising ceremony.
Read MoreOn the sunny afternoon of Wednesday 13th August 2008, His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree and His group of sants arrived at Bolton Temple. Hundreds of disciples had gathered in the Temple forecourt for the long-awaited divine darshan of Acharya Swamishree. Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band, donned in their new feather bonnets, saluted Acharya Swamishree as He arrived.
Read MoreOn the 7th June 2008 Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band led an Interfaith charity fund raising display in the centre of Bolton. Helping in Harmony was a multicultural and multifaith event where Hindus, Christians and Muslims came together to raise funds for the cyclone disaster in Burma and the earthquake in China. The band played for almost 5 hours in a hugely successful display where thousands of people watched the groups in Victoria Square in front of the Town Hall. Alongside the pipe band was a dhol group, some of their players were from our Mandir in Bolton. The star show was the fusion piece where dhols and bagpipes played together to create a unique visual and audio experience.
Read MoreEleven day centenary celebrations of Shree Mukatjeevan Swamibapa with stage performances and grand processions in the city of Ahmedabad, India. This was the first time when all four bands from London, Bolton, Nairobi, and New Jersey performed together.
Read MoreOn the 6th of November, His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree formally inaugurated the new authentic Scottish uniform of Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Pipe Band. The members of the band proudly marched into the temple dressed in their tartan kilts, tunics, plaid, sporrans and Glengarry hats, and saluted Lord Swaminarayanbapa Swamibapa and Acharya Swamishree.
Read MoreThe Square outside of Bolton Town Hall was the venue for a Cultural Awareness Event, aimed at highlighting the artistic and cultural diversity of the town. Inspired by His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree, Sant Shiromani Shree Sarvatmapriyadasji Swami was accompanied to this event by Shree Swamibapa Pipe Band and a group of young disciples based at the Bolton Temple.
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Acharya Shree Jitendriyapriyadasji Swamiji Maharaj is the current spiritual leader of Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan. He is the heir to Acharya Shree Purushottampriyadasji Swamishree Maharaj, and sixth in the lineage of ascetic Acharyas, which descends directly from Lord Shree Swaminarayan.
Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band is part of Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan based in Ahmedabad, India. Each Pipe Band is managed by the Mandir in its location.