VSNA - Iva Nammava (Universal acceptance)

VSNA Officers Thank members

2010-12-19T20:55:00.000-08:00

Following is vote of thanks provided at last (December 05, 2010) BOD meeting.

Namaskara,

I will keep "Vote of thanks" short without elaborating not because list of thanks is any small but to cover as much as possible per schedule as this is our last BOD meeting and we have covered many agenda items and to cover the remaining. It will be posted on the site.

All three of us (Dr.Nagabhushana, Latha Mallikarjuna and myself) feel gratitude for having had the opportunity to help our community and be able to serve it. It would not have been possible without the help from you and many others in the community.

First of all, we like to thank chapter Presidents and BOD for all their support through out this period and successfully executing your local chapter duties, passing important motions and working throughout the year for the organization. You have attended meetings and provided feedback, discussed points in detail, asked relevant questions to further organizations interests, contributed to activities like newsletters, raising funds for charities, etc. and many more. Again, we like to thank you for all your support to VSNA.

We also like to thank BOR for providing support during the convention and other times throughout the period.

We also like to thank many BOD and non-BOD members who volunteered to help in committees including VSNA award selection committee, by-laws committee, finance committee, election committee, convention committees and others. Committees help was instrumental in completing strategic and important milestones for the organization. Committees and it s members have spent their valuable time handling their charters with grace and professionalism.

Seniors in VSNA organization provide pivotal input for continuity and guiding. They have undying interest to make sure that organization continues to lead the community and whole heartedly willing to spend time and/or money for the organization success. We like to thank for their outstanding help and service. Their suggestions and guidance were invaluable.

Holding convention is always a time of pride for the local chapter bringing it into spotlight. We understand how much effort, time and dedication is involved in hosting a successful convention and all three of us having spent many, many hours appreciate Chicago, Toronto for hosting excellent, successful conventions. We like to thank both the chapters. Now, the chapter that came forward with great enthusiasm and have already planned very well for the 2011 convention. That is New England chapter. Thank you for carrying on the tradition and responsibility to do so.

In the similar note, we like to thank the newly elected officers of 2011 and '12 who we are sure will take on this responsibility and successfully perform their duties. So are newly elected BOD members. Thank you.

Before I move to final thank you note for the VSNA community, I personally want to thank Dr.Nagabhushana and Latha Mallikarjuna for their outstanding work and it was pleasure working with them. They have toiled through many hours, email threads and numerous meetings to efficiently handle multiple tasks without complaining and doing a excellent job while simultaneously handling their regular jobs. Thank you both.

Finally, we like to thank each and every member of the community without whom the organization would not exist. It is cliché to say it, but it is true for our organization for all the volunteer help that they have provided at each and every local chapter. We are an organization in a foreign country trying to uphold the virtues of our community over last many decades. Any contribution either financial, membership, kids performance in local chapter, community service or any activity will help further this. So thank you for all your contribution to VSNA.

Thank You,

Shiva Maganahalli

Homage

2010-12-19T20:36:00.000-08:00

We pray in Lord Shiva and Guru Basavanna to bless the eternal souls of Rajashekar Murthy, Dr.Koosappa Rajashekara and K.C.Vamadeva who attained Lingaikya. Our prayers are with their families and friends and we are grateful for their services to Veerashaiva communities and VSNA.
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VSNA officers

Rajyotsava Award for Mr.Nalawadi

2010-11-21T17:23:00.000-08:00

VSNA likes to congratulate its member

Mr. Mallikarjun Nalawadi

on being awarded

Karnataka Rajyotsava Award

for his contributions to VSNA

and Kannada communities

Sharanu,

VSNA Central Officers

Deepavali Wishes

2010-11-04T23:59:00.000-07:00

VSNA Wishes all its members

A Very Happy Deepavali

Regards,

Dr. Nagabhushana

Shiva Maganahalli

Latha Mallikarjuna

Happy Ganesha Chaturthi

2010-09-10T20:18:00.000-07:00

VSNA Wishes all its members

A VERY HAPPY 2010 GANESHA CHATURTHI!

Sharanu,

VSNA Officers

BOD and AGB meeting at the Toronto Convention

2010-07-12T21:59:00.001-07:00

Dear BOD Members,

For those who did not attended the Toronto Convention, I’m glad to inform you that the Convention was a grand success. Most of the attendees enjoyed the cultural, religious, health, and business forums. The Keynote speakers, Ramzan Darga and Ravi Reddy ,and Swamiji’s speech, were thought provoking. Other entertaining events such as the music, drama, the live painting, and the dance programs were appealing. The food was plenty and delicious. (see below the congrats letter sent to the Chair,Yuvaraj patil on7/7/10).

In the BOD meeting on Saturday morning:

There were a lot of discussions and many decisions. Shiva will send the minutes and highlights of the meeting.

I would like to briefly mention a few important topics that were discussed:

1. The payment of the annual central VSNA membership dues and the donation to the convention from each chapter. After discussion, it was decided that the small chapter (with a family 10-20) will pay 250 dollars, medium sized chapter (21-50 families) will pay 500 dollars, and large chapters (51 and above) will pay 750 dollars every year to VSNA as membership dues and donations toward the convention.

2. As you are aware, the award committee went through the nominations for the distinguished awards. Most of the nominees were excellent candidates; however, the committee has to select the superior candidate. The names of the selected candidates for each award were announced in the BOD meeting and approved by the BODs.( One or two nominations were incomplete, as the nominations were not sent in the prescribed form without a seconding member and the candidate’s brief resume was missing). Thank you for sending nominations.

The following is a list of the candidates selected for each award:

1. 2010 VSNA Professional Achivement Award: Dr. Shashi Kori

2. 2010 VSNA Outstanding Service Award: Mr. Prabhu Patil

3. 2010 VSNA_Women Award: Mrs. Komala Prabhakar

4. 2010 VSNA_Youth Award: No nominations received

5. 2010 VSNA_Scholarship: Following candidates were selected among the Limited nominations received.

a. Sarayu Kumar

b.Chandan Kittur

6. The past Chair of the convention, Bhavani Moodbagil

and past president Sundaresh Siddiah were given an award of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.

These candidates were honored by VSNA and blessed by swamiji Dr.Shivamurthy Muruga Sharanu during the awards ceremony, at the convention. Also Out going VSNA officers received the token of appreciation.

3. There was a brief discussion on donation from Dr.TR Shantha who wanted to send money to India through VSNA. Most of the members voted that the VSNA should go through with this transaction after obtaining an affidavit to the effect that the donation is from their own legal income and declare that VSNA is not liable for any litigation.

Following BOD session, there was a Think Tank session coordinated by Guruswamy Ayya. It was a Brain storm interactive session open to all attendees. At time it was tense and tough. Many youth participated in the interaction and exchanged their ideas. Guruswamy Ayya and Naga Manohar promised the youth more youth programs in the next convention and asked them to take a lead in conducting future conventions. When they expressed their disappointment that there are no representations in VSNA, I stepped forward and invited them to join the Youth leadership posts at central VSNA and youth secretary post at all local chapter level. In the Evening there was group meeting with youths arranged by Nag Manohar. Many youths boldly expressed their views on future VSNA. It was a frank discussion. Ultimately they promised to join central VSNA to mobilize Youth force all over USA and lead youth program in the upcoming convention. So, next day during my speech I announced the appointment of Prett Gowedr and Prashanth Uppin for the central VSNA and promised to appoint youth secretary from each Chapter.

So please identify one young member from your chapter and nominate him/her as youth secretary. Please send his /his name and email to us so that they will coordinate with our youth leaders ( and BOD youth coordinator). If you have young and energetic youth leader, Please send their names; they can join the present youth leaders team (at least I need 4-5 to operate at the central level).

From the Next host team New England Chapter Basavaraj Mudenur and Prashanth Uppin gave a beautiful presentation;They personally invited all Members to attend the Convention2011 at Boston.

At the Annual General Body Meeting on Sunday afternoon:

1. Members asked questions about the Newsletter. Fortunately our summer edition was out last week and one of our BOD members had a Hard Copy.

2. During the general body meeting the guidelines for the donors who wanted to send money to India through VSNA came up again. Most of the members opted that the VSNA members should deduct 5% donation or 250 dollars while the donor should sign an affidavit to the effect that the donation is from their own legal income and declare that VSNA is not liable for any litigation. There were limited paid members assembled in this meeting. Therefore, we should publish this motion from the general body meeting in our website and take the opinion of all VSNA members. Once that is done, the final verdict will be incorporated in the by-law. (I will forward an e mail from Vimala Siddalingaiah expressing her opinion on this issue).

3. In the general body meeting there was a discussion on the reallocation of the funds from the convention trust fund. I explained to the members that the recommendations made by the finance committee to reallocate funds will be implemented soon to procure a higher yield and growth.

4. Senior members especially Mr.Naga Manohar informed us that every year Central VSNA will make an earnest effort to get more contribution from the members to boost the value of the convention trust fund. The goal is to reach half a million so that the complete dividend from the trust fund will be given to the host chapter to conduct the convention. Please circulate this message to all your local chapter members and obtain a pledge to get the donation for the convention fund.

Thank you
With Sharanarthi ,
Dr.Nagabhushana Malakkla
President VSNA

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Good job Toronto Convention team
Well done, Yuvaraj!
Good job Toronto Convention 2010 team!!
I admire the complete convention team in particular Yuvaraj Patil-Chair, Vijay Aivalli- co Chair, Jagadeesh Mandi-President Toronto Chapter, Komala Prabhakar, Desai, Shashi , Basavaraj Patil and ,Shankar for their wonderful work.
(The list is not complete;I am missing many names). I personally
appreciate their families for their time,dedication ,and hard work.
Also, I am grateful to all Donors who made this convention possible.
It was a successful convention when compared to initial hurdles you faced.
Yuvaraj, you silenced many critics who doubted your leadership qualities and capacity to run the convention.
Hope most of the Convention attendees stayed in the hotel and matched the contracted room occupancy.
Please update the list of attendees so that we can personally invite them for the next convention.

Now you can relax for a while; later you have to focus on bringing a beautiful souvenir and a DVD if possible.
(After that you have to close your convention account!).

Thank You
With Sharanarthi,
Dr. Nagabhushana
President VSNA

2010 Award Winners

2010-07-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

VSNA likes to congratulate 2010 Award Winners!

Dr. Shashi Kori - Distinguished Professional Achievement Award

Mr. Prabhu Patil - Outstanding Service Award

Mrs. Komala Prabhakar - Outstanding Woman's Award

Sarayu Kumar & Chandan Kittur - Scholarship Awards

Sharanarthi,
VSNA Central Officers

VSNA Web Site and News Letters

2010-05-08T10:04:00.000-07:00

Dear Members,
As part of VSNA Samparka Project II we have updated the website with latest changes (convention, officers, etc.) as well bring you news letter under our new news editor - Kusuma Aralere and Youth member Chitanya. Please visit vsna.org and news letter section. We will continue to update the site with latest from VSNA.
Inti,
Shiva

Bone marrow donation/ registration

2010-04-27T08:17:00.000-07:00

Dear VSNA members,
Recently we came to know that one of our member is in need of bone marrow and we earnestly request you to register and help a fellow member. Few of us are already member of bone marrow donor society for many years and we urge to you register as well. For more details see below.
Sharanu,
Shiva Maganahalli

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Plea from past President of VSNA, North California and relative of Nanjundeshwar Shetty.

Dear Friends,

My Brother-in-law Nanjundeshwar (Nanjun) Shetty has been diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). In MDS, the cells in the bone marrow have problem making blood cells, many of the blood cells that are formed by the bone marrow cells are defective. The Doctors at Duke Hospital (Durham, North Carolina) have determined that a Bone Marrow Transplant is essential to cure his MDS.

A person needing a bone marrow transplant (recipient) needs to receive marrow from someone whose tissue type is close to his/her own type. Since tissue types are inherited, similar to hair or eye color, it is more likely that the recipient will find a suitable donor in a brother or sister( tests are underway to match his sisters' tissue type ). This, however, happens only 25 to 30 percent of the time. If a family member does not match the recipient, the Registry database is searched for an unrelated individual whose tissue type is a close match. It is more likely that a donor who comes from the same racial or ethnic group as the recipient will have the same tissue traits. Ethnic Minorities have a 30-40% chance of finding a match from the existing NMDP (National Marrow Donor Program) registry. There is critical shortage of South Asian Donors for Marrow / Stem Cell Transplant. South Asians make up less than 2% of the National Registry (133,000 out of 7.4 million). One Simple Reason for South Asians to act now.

The registration process is free and very simple. Ravi and I registered, we just had to give our cheek swabs and fill out a form.
In order to be a donor, you must:
~ Be the ages of 18-60
~ Have no serious, ongoing lower back problems
~ Be in good general health.

~ You will join a national registry of potential donors for ANY patient in need

We earnestly request you all to take a few moments and register today. Time is of the essence since it takes a month to get on to the donor list after you register.

Here are a few web sites for more information:
http://www.aadp .org/pages/main.php?pageid=16&pagecategory=5
http://www.marrow .org/

Please forward to your friends and family and urge them to register.

The best doctors in the world cannot help without a matching donor. Committed Donors can save lives.

Sincerely,
Jayashree and Ravi Handyal.

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Request from North Carolina President - Yogeesha Vinayaka

Sharanu,
I am writing this email requesting you all for big favor.

Our NC-Chapter member Nanjundeshwar Shetty has been diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). It s a blood disorder. Individuals who have MDS have bone marrow that don't function normally and as a result they do not have enough normal blood cells for the normal functioning of the body. The doctors at Duke Hospital have determined that a Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) is essential to cure MDS.

Getting a right bone marrow match likely depends on the race/ethnicity. Due to minority population of Indians/South Asians, the donor registry pool is small.

I am calling for your help on behalf of Shetty family and need everybody’s help in finding a match.

As it takes about 8 to 12 weeks for somebody to get on to the donor registry, I sincerely urge your immediate effort in spreading the news.

Our NC chapter’s Ex-President Vish Tharuve has put together a very informative website in order to help this effort. Please visit http://sites.google.com/site/nanjundshetty/ for more details.

The registration process is very simple as described on the registry websites, http://www.marrow.org/JOIN/Join_Now/join_now.html or register at one of many donor drives. You can go on the website to find out where the upcoming drives near you http://www.marrow.org/HELP/Events/index.html

For more information please visit: http://www.marrow.org/index.html
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,
Yogee Vinayaka
President
VSNA NC-Chapter.

Central VSNA 2010 Election

2010-03-01T21:43:00.000-08:00

Sharanu All VSNA members,

Central VSNA is starting the election process of VSNA Officers for the next 2 year term (2011-2012). As per by law 3 members of the Election committee, currently consisting of Dr. Munavalli Chair, Mr. Doddamani and Deepak Bevinamara will be conducting the elections.

This year we are trying to set up an electronic voting system and the election committee will shortly meet and discuss logistics of this voting system.

This year you will be electing all four members of Central VSNA officers:

President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer

And

Three BOD members (Executive)

Eligibility:
The candidates should be life members or paid members with good standing having interest, intention, and time to improve VSNA.

Who can nominate:
Any VSNA members can nominate suitable candidates for the above positions. Interested life members can nominate himself/herself as per the by-laws for any of the positions.

Nomination forms:
For all nominations please use the nomination forms through your local presidents. Central VSNA has distributed the electronic copies to them.

Team Nomination:
It is advisable to nominate your own team (slate) on single nomination form (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer) as your team members will be working together closely.

Eligible Voters:
All VSNA Life member and All VSNA Paid members. See VSNA By-Law Article IV Section 8.

How the Election committee will determine the eligibility of the voter?

It is the duty of the Presidents of every Chapter to send us the list of paid members /eligible voters with their email address (send central VSNA annual membership $35 each if they are not a life member). This list will be officially sent to Election committee.

Election Schedule:
Following is the tentative dates for the election (This date may change according to the decision of election committee).

1st March 2010: Opening date for filing nominations

30th March 2010: Closing date for filing nominations

First week of April, the election committee will contact the nominated candidates for confirmation of their nominations.

15th April 2010: Last date for withdrawing nominations

If there are more than two candidates for one post there will be an election.

20th April 2010 to 30th April 2010: The Ballot (or Ballot in electronic version) will be sent to all the eligible voters.

1st May 2010: Opening date to send the Ballot.

1st June 2010: Last date to receive the Ballot by the election committee.

15th June 2010: Results of the election will be sent by election committee to central VSNA.

3rd July 2010:   Official announcements of new VSNA President and other officers will be announced at the VSNA Convention.

If you have any questions please send your questions to your president or election committee - "vsna_election_comm@yahoogroups.com".

Thank you
With Sharanarthi,
Dr.Nagabhushana Malakkla
President VSNA

Maha Shivarathri - 2010

2010-02-11T11:17:00.000-08:00

VSNA Wishes all its members

A Happy Maha Shivarathri

Invitation to VSNA 2010 Convention

2010-02-01T17:56:00.000-08:00

2010 VSNA Convention at Toronto, Canada

Dear Sharanas,

It is a great pleasure to invite you all to the 33rd VSNA Convention to be held in Toronto, Canada. As you all aware, Veerashaivas or Lingayats are scattered across Canada and USA. VSNA annual convention gives an opportunity for us to come together and understand our culture, religion and values. This annual convention will help to learn and understand Basava philosophy, which is applicable even in this modern time. The convention will provide a spiritual, social and cultural experience and display the talents and heritage of fellow Veerashaivas. This gathering typically about 500 plus members will enable us to preserve and propagate our culture and tradition to our children.

The VSNA Convention is a celebration of our spirit and our identity. The convention facilitates us to connect with our roots, discuss religion with learned Swamijis, experience linga pooja and meditation, listen to scholars, immerse in cultural activities, and know more about health, and learn secrets of successful businesses
. This is one place where we meet old friends as well as make new ones and establish or expand net works. This also gives an opportunity to put aside our differences and unite as one. Essentially, convention creates a bridge where we pass principles of Veerashaivisim and Basava philosophy to the next generation.Basically it will help in connecting our children, community, and culture that helps our next generation form a bond that lasts forever.

To arrange a convention of this magnitude with various activities in different areas to satisfy all age group is a challenge. Toronto Convention team is working hard to conduct a wonderful Convention. Please attend Toronto Convention with your family to celebrate, participate, experience and enjoy different activities of convention on July 3 and 4, 2010.

Sharanarthi,
Dr.Nagabhushana Malakkla
President VSNA

VSNA Officers & Executives

2010-01-22T17:49:00.000-08:00

VSNA is an organization with more than 2000 members in US and Canada and has 18 local chapters throughout.

Central VSNA Officers


President	Dr.Nagabhushana Malakkla
Secretary	Shiva Maganahalli
Treasurer	Latha Mallikarjuna

BOD Members


Kishore Channabasaviah
Kusuma Aralere
Prabhu Patil
Sundaresh Siddiah
Suri Suresh

BOR Members


Vijay Kotrappa
Honappa Jayakumar
Jayshree Jagadish
Jayaswamy (Chicago)
Dilip (Atlanta)
Laxmi Hiremath
G. Shankar (India)

Local VSNA Chapter Officers


Alabama	President	Shivashankar Tumkur
California - Central	President	Arun Kumar
	Secretary	Sudha Nagabhushan
	Treasurer	Venu Gopal
California - North	President	Anuradha Burji
	Vice President	Shanta Vajragiri
	Secretary	Deepak Bevinamara
	Treasurer	Harsha Hanji
	Food Secretary	Kalpana Rajendra & Suma Moogi
	Entertainment Secretary	Shilpashree Hanji & Manu Hiremath
	Youth Committee	Dhruva Byakod & Karan Kurbur
	WebMaster	Provin Dhawan
California - South	President	Savitha Mandi
	Vice President	Shivanand Bellad
	Secretary	Manu Swamy
	Treasurer	Dada Patil
Florida	President	Aakash Rudraprasad
	Vice President	Suresh Belthur
	President	Prakash Doddamane
Georgia	President	Mamatha Dilip
	Vice President	Sudhir Mysore
	Secretary	Srinivas Reddy
	Treasurer	Sanjay Melinamane
Illonois - Chicago	President	Channu Kambalyal
	Vice President	Danashree Suresh
	Secretary/ Treasurer	Nandish Dhananjaya
Maryland	President	Dr. Jagadeesh G.
	Vice President	Dornal Basappa
	Secretary	Shashidhar Nagenalli
	Treasurer	Kavitha Mattikalli
Michigan - Detroit	President	Mahesh Patil
	Vice President	Aravind Tigadi
	Secretary	Anand Neralagi
	Treasurer	Shyla Beltur
New England	President	Shivakumar P
	Vice President	Yashwanth Gaddi
	Secreatary	Suma Vijayashankar
	Treasurer	Sunitha Kankure
New York	President	Mallesh Mariswamy
	Vice President	Shivaraj Bhujange
	Secretary	Satish Murthy
	Treasurer	Rathna Bale
North Carolina	President	Yogeesh Vinayaka
Ohio	President	Vaishali Hattarki
	Secretary	Amit Vagarali
	Treasurer	Anu Ravish
Pittsburg - Pennsylvania	President	Dr. Mahesh Mallikarjuna
Texas	President	Neela Kumar
	Vice President	Sachin Biradar
	Secretary	Rajesh Vrushab
	Treasurer	Sushma Hiremath
Toronto - Canada	President	Jagadish Mandi
	Vice President	Girija Mahant
	Secretary	Parvati Malemath
	Treasurer	Rajivee Rugi
DC & Virginia	President	Girija Angadi
	Vice President	Suresh Kori
	Secretary	Rajashree Galagali
	Treasurer	Andanappa Kori
	Members	Shantala Patil & Shiva Prasad
West Virginia	President	Dr. Devaraj

VSNA Convention 2010 - Toronto, Canada


Chair Person	Yuvaraj Patil
Vice Chair Person	Vijay Aivalli

For blog updates, contact Shiva Maganahalli

2010 BOD Meeting Dates

2010-01-20T18:48:00.000-08:00

Dear BOD,
Please mark your calendar for our 2010 BOD meetings. You will also be notified again before each meeting through group emails.


`Day`	`Date`	`Time`
Sunday	Jan. 10, 2010	8am PST/ 11am EST
Sunday	Mar. 14, 2010	8am PST/ 11am EST
Saturday	Jul. 03, 2010	6am PST/ 9am EST
Sunday	Oct. 10, 2010	8am PST/ 11am EST
Sunday	Dec. 05, 2010	8am PST/ 11am EST

Inti,
Shiva

Karnataka Flood Donation from VSNA

2010-01-05T09:34:00.000-08:00

Dear VSNA Members,

On an auspicious day of "Shivadeepotasava" - December 1, 2009 Dr.Jagadeesh presented the check to JSS Mahaswamiji in Mysore on behalf of VSNA. The check amount was $16,831 (Sixteen thousand eight hundred thirtyone dollars) and VSNA likes to thank all those who donated for the cause.

VSNA will continue to accept any donations to this cause and sincerely urges every member to be a part of this. Please send your checks to VSNA treasurer - Latha Mallikarjan and complete (100%) donations will go toward helping the flood victims through JSS.

Dr. Jagadeesh noted that "Mahaswamiji upon receiving the check informed us about the developments that are taking place in the flood-affected areas and assured us the amount will be put into use in construction of houses for the flood victims". The presentation of donation was well received by local news organizations including new papers like "Mysore Mitra", "Prajavani", "Andholana", etc.

Sharanu,
Shiva

Two BOD positions open

2009-12-31T13:23:00.000-08:00

Sharanu,
Currently VSNA has two BOD positions open and any eligible VSNA member can send their nominations to Dr.S.Munavalli or contact their local chapter president for more information.
Regards,
Shiva

Karnataka Flood Funds - Nov. Update

2009-11-03T10:54:00.000-08:00

Sharanu,

Ref: BOD meeting Nov.18.2009 – Karnataka Flood Victims Fund Raising

Many of you and chapters have taken important steps in raising funds or working with other entities to help Karnataka flood victims. From the time Shiva Maganahalli' s email communique on Karnataka flood victim's help, few things have happened and we are trying to move ahead as quickly as possible to send the financial help needed.

Maryland chapter has pledged or raised more than $13K and expressed strong interest in using JSS, Mysore Mutt's auspice. Furthermore, JSS Suttur Swamiji Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji and VSNA president Sundresh Siddiah communicated on ways of working out the disbursement of these funds to the victims. Though there are other NGOs that currently helping in Karnataka, the missions of VSNA and JSS align well and JSS was one of the organization that got involved in the relief from the beginning. A JSS video related to their effort can be seen here.

Though in the BOD meeting it was agreed to short list a NGO and then proceed, with the above developments and to expedite the help to flood victims, executive body now asks BOD to approve of sending the funds to JSS at the earliest. In fact one of the BOD member is possibly heading to India and hand over the check to Swamiji. In the next two days, if you have any concern on this you can reply to this email (vsna_officers@ yahoogroups. com) with details. Otherwise, this overrides the earlier BOD decision.

Any chapter or member who is interested in donating through VSNA, please make a check payable to VSNA and send it to:
Latha Mallikarjuna
214 Leaside Drive
Monroeville, PA 15146

Make your check payable to "VSNA" with note “Karnataka Flood Victims Fund” and a donation receipt will be sent to each donor.

Also, for any VSNA family or member that makes $2000 (two thousand dollars) their family name will be inscribed on the house built using that donation.

Local chapters should continue to make all efforts in raising the funds through VSNA in their coming functions/meetings and a presentation can be downloaded from Yahoo group under folder “Karnataka Flood Victims” to present to local members.

Regards,
VSNA Executive Committee

Inti,

Shiva M.

Life Time Achievements Award to Dr.Mahadevappa

2009-11-02T20:00:00.000-08:00

Dear All,
VSNA is proud of the the achievements and award recently conferred to Dr.Mahadevappa. He is the father of two of long time members of VSNA, North California Chapter. His daughter Mamatha Shekar and son Rajendra Mahadevappa live in the bay area and have been active in VSNA activities.

CONGRATULATIONS DR. Mahadevappa on your multiple awards!
Central VSNA

The Agriculture Leadership Awards Committee has conferred upon Dr. Madappa Mahadevappa the Life Time Achievements Award for 2009 for your strong contributions through research, education, extension, HRD and new project initiatives, spanning over four decades, which greatly helped the cause of agriculture in India and positively impacted the lives of millions of farmers.

Agriculture Leadership Awards were started in 2008 to recognize the leadership roles played by individuals and institutions, which are positively impacting the lives of farmers and rural masses. The Awards were introduced in the areas of Policy, Research, Farming, Industry, Development and State Leaderships. Two new areas; Environment and Corporate Social Responsibility Awards have been added this year.

Dr. Madappa Mahadevappa was awarded this honor on 4 Sep., 2009 at 7.30 pm at Taj Palace, New Delhi.

In 2008, Dr. RS Paroda, Dr. KL Chadha and Dr. V Kurien were conferred upon the Life Time Achievements Awards.

Citation: Dr. Madappa Mahadevappa, an accomplished plant breeder, geneticist and seed scientist of international repute, has also proved himself as an able administrator by heading Agricultural University, Dharwad and ASRB, GOI. He has made significant contributions to green revolution in India particularly to rice improvement - his varieties adding laudably to state and national exchequer. Known as "Father of Hybrid Rice" in India, he was responsible for developing first hybrid that paved the way to intensify hybrid research in India. A scientist par excellence, his research in IRRI, Philippines on frontier areas like Rice-Ratoon Cropping Pattern, developing varieties for adverse soils opened up untilled areas to cropping. He elevated UAS, Dharwad to bag ICAR's Outstanding Institution Award-2000. His Eco-friendly Parthenium Weed Management Technology is widely adopted.

He is associated and has brought radical changes in national institutes such as ICAR, CSIR, DBT, Commodity Boards, etc. Presently, as Director of JSS Rural Development Foundation, Karnataka, he is implementing high-value rural-development projects focusing on livelihood generation to BPL farmers and rural drop-outs. His recently completed "Seed Village" project impacted 21 districts of Karnataka enhancing the income of more than 5000 farmers and obviating their dependence on spurious and costly seeds.

He has authored twenty books in English/Kannada which have transmitted technology knowledge to the scientific/farming communities. The recent innovative book with 45 poems is considered effective in reaching even the illiterates.

HAPPY DEEPAVALI

2009-10-16T13:16:00.000-07:00

VSNA Wishes You and Your Family a Happy Deepavali!

Sharanu,
Central VSNA

Karnataka Flood Fund - Oct.2009 Update

2009-10-08T15:49:00.000-07:00

Namaskara,

I am sure you are already aware of the calamity that hit Karnataka in the last few days. The heavy rain and the subsequent flood is considered one of the worst and its effects not only have high impact now but also for some time to come especially on the people and farmers in the flooded areas. As 2.5 million victims suffer from continued lack of food, water, clothes and shelter, it is a staggering effort for any government/organization to mobilize the help needed. Let us help in whatever way that we can to alleviate the suffering and in that regard please write/email to your local members in helping the flood victims. I have provided few links below here that would be of interest you in this regard.

The cheques and demand drafts may also be sent to Bangalore at the following address:

Karnataka Chief Minister’s Relief Fund–Calamity,

Office of the Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka,

Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore-560001.

Deccan Herald:

Contributions can be made through cheques or bank drafts, drawn in favour of

Deccan Herald-Prajavani Flood Relief Fund and sent to our office at

75, M G Road,

Bangalore-560001

Please superscribe the envelope with Deccan Herald Relief Fund.
Contributions can also be made directly to the

SB A/C No 200385,

Canara Bank, Cantonment Branch,

Bangalore 560001.

http://www.deccanhe rald.com/ content/28954/ dh-karnataka- flood-relief- fund.html

Suttur Math:

Mysore Citizen Forum president Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji from Suttur Math said that JSS Mahavidyapeetha would donate Rs. 10 lakh to the flood victims. He said that people can contribute money, relief material, new clothes and medicines at the following centres: the JSS Mahavidyapeetha near Gun House, the Star of Mysore office and Mysore Mail office.

http://www.hindu. com/2009/ 10/05/stories/ 2009100556710300 .htm

Vishwesha Thirtha Swamji of Pejawar Math would distribute relief material to the flood-affected victims in Mantralaya, and in Raichur, Haveri, and Koppal districts. He would tour the flood-affected places from Monday. Donations can be sent to:

Poornaprajna Vidyapeetha,

Katriguppa Main Road,

Bangalore (phe: 9845468508).

Habitat for Humanity India Chapter

http://www.habitati ndia.in/ (You can donate online)

Chief minister Padayatra to collect some funds

http://www.daijiwor ld.com/news/ news_disp. asp?n_id= 66673

Sharanu,

Shiva M.

VSNA Convention - Updates

2009-06-08T18:33:00.000-07:00

Dear Registrants,

A special commemorative Souvenir book is being distributed during the conventionto each Convention Attendee as part of their registration. The "souvenir committee" is working very hard to release the Souveniron the opening day of the convention. This "Souvenir Handout" is chock-full of special theme related and convention related writings.

The Souvenir will be a literary keepsake (about 150 pages) that would contain:-Literary articles related to Veerashaiva/Sharana philosophy- Poems,-Crossword puzzles-Quizzes related to Verashaivism-Advertisements-many other items to make the souvenir a "good read" for our attendees. Souvenir is often kept forever as a special memento of a memorable Convention. Be a part of this special publication and show your support for the Convention by placing an ad in the Souvenir Book.If you are planning to place your advertisement, please send the advertisementinformation and the payment as early as you can, as the deadline is fast approaching.

Please visit our site to learn more about the ad rates and submission process. http://www.vsnachicago.org/registration/souvenir_ad_order_form.html If you would like to contribute your writings to the souvenir, please send your articles ASAP, before the deadline.Please visit our site to learn more about the submission rules. http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/toppage1.htm

An additional "Post-convention supplement" will be mailed after the event and would contain an illustrated report of convention proceedings.

Best Regards,
Ravi Amblee
VSNA Communications Committee
www.vsnaConvention.org

VSNA Convention - Updates

2009-06-08T18:30:00.000-07:00

Dear Registrants,

Just 4 more weeks for "The 32nd Veerashaiva Annual Convention".Please make sure that you have registered for all your favorite events orelse you may just miss the opportunity.Given below are a few links to help you register for the events.

1. For "Youth retreat", please visit the site at:http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/youth_retreat.htm Here you will find two links, one to register and the otherto check who has already registered.
2. For "Chicago sightseeing", please visit the site at:http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/chicago_tour.htm
3. For "VSNA game show", please visit the site at:http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/game_show.htm
4. Graduates of 2008-09, please visit the site at:http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/graduates.htm
5. To apply for "VSNA 2009 scholarship", please visit the site at:http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/scholorship.htm

If your children wish to participate in any of the above events,we request you to register at the earliest convenience.As some of these activities have deadlines to meet,we urge you to register now before time runs out.

Thanks again for your registration.

Best Regards,
Ravi Amblee
Communications committee
VSNA Convention 2009
www.vsnaConvention.org

Basava Jayanti updates - Pittsburgh Chapter

2009-06-04T19:15:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Basava Jayanthi was celebrated at our house on Saturday May 30, 2009 with religious fervor. Shoba and I welcomed the guests.

The program included veerashaiva songs, Pooja, Vachana recitation by Mrs. Jayasheela Murthy.
Dr. Vamadeva Murthy, Mr. Patil and Mr. Sonth talked about Basavanna and his legacy. I explained to the children how Mahatma Gandhi was influenced by Basavanna and his vachanas.

Ghandhiji adopted Basavanna’s principles of “Husiyanudiyalu beda” and” kolabeda” as Truth and Non-violence - two great ammunitions to obtain independence to India and became the Mahatma – The Great Soul. Soyna Nanjundappa sang Kannada movie “Mallammana Pavada’s" song “Sharanenbe naa Shashibhooshana” to praise veershaiva religious leaders like Allama Prabhu, Basavanna, Akka, Nanjundesha and our Veerashaiva Dharma.

Baby Avnitha who is six weeks young, daughter of Lingaraj Patil and Deepa Patil was inducted to the Veerashaiva Samaja of Pittsburgh Chapter. All the ladies welcomed her by doing the Aarathi.
The program concluded with Maha Mangalaarathi followed by scrumptious pot luck dinner.
Mother Nature was very cooperative that helped us prepare pav’s in our backyard.

There were in excess of 55 guests including children.
Overall the event turned out to be a memorable one.

Shoba and I thank every Veerashaiva for attending the Basava Jayanthi celebrations and extending their helping hands to make this event memorable.

This was truly a community event.

Here are some photos of Basava Jayanthi celebrations from Pittsburgh Chapter....
http://picasaweb.google.com/shobaandnanju/VSNAPittsburghBasavaJayanthi?authkey=Gv1sRgCKa9u86Y6rmCbw&feat=directlink

B.S.Nanjundappa

Convention Updates

2009-06-01T23:06:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone:
Attached is the CONVENTION UPDATE NEWSLETTER for your review! The discounted registration fees ends in two weeks - June 15. REGISTER TODAY!!

If you have not made your hotel reservation please do so at the earliest, there are still a few rooms left.Be sure to use INTERNET EXPLORER for faster and easier registration - HASSLE FREE!!

Please forward this on to your friends and relatives!Looking forward to seeing you all in less 4 weeks!

Warm regards,
2009 VSNA Convention Committee

VSNA 2009 Scholarship - Details on Chicago Convention website

2009-05-22T22:38:00.000-07:00

Dear Nagesh,

The scholarship information and the downloadable application form has been published on the convention website.Applicants may open the application form in Ms.doc format, fill it up and email it to Mrs. Laxmi Hiremath.

http://www.vsnachicago.org/convention2/scholorship.htm

Thank you Channu for the doc conversion help.

Thanks and Regards,
Ravi Amblee
Communications committee
VSNA convention 2009
www.vsnaConvention.org

Chi.Saanika - Proves her blooming talents, again!

2009-05-21T23:22:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

A flower's fragrance spreads without bounds, all it needs is a supportive medium. Supportive environments by parents /Maryland-Virginia VSNA Chapter, coupled with inherent talents are the making this little bright Veerashaiva to showcase her singing prowess. Vachanaas come alive in her nascent vocals.

Saavillada Kedillada.....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcmczauKEZ0
Tanukaragadavaralli Pushpavanolleyayya Neenu...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxHDOgua9tQ
Ullavaru Shivaalaya Maaduvaru....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLOrq6goxVU

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Basava Jayanti Celebrations - Northern California

2009-05-21T19:27:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Here are the clippets from the web that have the beautiful moments captured during kids' competitions in various cultural activities, conducted during 2009 Northern California Basava Jayanti celebrations. Hope this chapter's activities becomes the role model for others to emulate.

Another example where the 'Vachana parampare' is deemed safe in our next generation!
http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=DAF6D2B6046BA914&search_query=basava+vachana

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Chi.Saanika's parents response

2009-05-21T19:21:00.000-07:00

Nagesh avare,

Thanks for your encouragement and appreciation for Saanika's performances. I also thank you for sharing these with fellow Veerashaivas. I hope it encourages at least some of us to get their kids involved in such activities.

FYI, some of her performances are here : http://mahashetty.googlepages.com . Soon I'll be updating it with her 3 more recent vachanas.

Regards,
Mrityunjay

Surprising, yet a reality!

2009-05-20T20:06:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Since the time when a VSNA blog was practically introduced (http://vsnasc.blogspot.com/) and faced stiff resistance from continuing further, being a member of VSNA, it had been a genuine intent to open up the details of VSNA Organization, to broaden the horizons to many across our own community and especially to the 'new comers'. A Veerashaiva walking into this country / other countries, has feeble chance of getting to know our organization's very existence abroad. A most recent example was participation by a local family in Irvine area, Smt. and Sri.Shivanand Bellad, who have been in Irvine, CA, US for 8 years, but did not know VSNA-Southern California chapter's very existence. Contrary to our perceptions, the reality speaks for itself, otherwise!

Here is an inquiry by a Veerashaiva in Atlanta, GA, requesting for contact details of VSNA Atlanta chapter, which has already been forwarded to proper channels for follow through:
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Hi Mr. Nagesh,
Could you please provide me some details about VSNA atlanta and how to become a member.

Thanks,
Usha Harali
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The credits entirely belong to the forethoughts of our executive committee, to expand the community's involvement, for it's / organization's better days ahead of us, through the usage of blogging. Hope is what life thrives on, hope this blog becomes more useful, resourceful and meaningful to reflect the very ethos of our Veerashaivism.

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

VSNA Awards 2009

2009-05-20T19:54:00.000-07:00

Dear Board of Directors,

It is that time of the year and Veerashaivas from across the Globe will be assembling in Chicago this year for the convention and we culminate the event with recognizing our Veerashaivas from Children to Adults alike.

We have uploaded all the Award categories on to the vsna web site at the link below:

http://vsna. org/resources. html

Please ask your chapter members to fill out the required nominations and mail it to us no later than June 15th 2009 for them to be considered for nomination at the Chicago Convention 2009.

Yours Truly,
Sundaresh Siddiah
VSNA President

VSNA Invites Applications - 2009 High School Scholarships

2009-05-20T06:20:00.000-07:00

Response from VSNA Maryland - Virginia Chapter

2009-05-19T19:15:00.000-07:00

Sharanu Nagesh avare,

Thanks for your mail.

Saanika participated in Basaveshwara Jayanthi organized by our Chapter on May 2. Not only she sang but also played the role of Akka Mahadevi in Akka-Allama saMvAda. That was excellant and received standing ovation from the crowd for her performance.

I am copying Mr. Mrythunjay Mahashetty, her father.

NamaskAra
G. Jagadeesh

Appreciations to Chi.Saanika

2009-05-19T18:38:00.000-07:00

Dear VSNA, KAVERI ORGANIZERS,

Thank you for promoting a budding talent. Chi. Saanika has good potential. I hope the parents get her voice cultured and trained. She has a natural, appealing stage presence. May God bless her.

I like to know the parents and their contact address.

Sharanu
Uma Ettigi

Chi.Saanika Enlivens Vachanas

2009-05-18T21:02:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Chi.Saanika from VSNA Chapters of Maryland and Virginia, brings alive the essense of our Vachanas, through her own "classical" music! Certainly the future of Veerashaivism is held strong, in the little hands of the likes of Chi.Saanika, the world over. With great appreciations, here are published the three vachana renditions.

Maadi Maadi Kettaru....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sFLKaEpD3k
Bevina Beejava Bitti....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpY3LaKKFiE
Neerige Naidile Shringaara.....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7V7LJ40AcHw

Here is a request to all the beloved audience, to convey your appreciations to this little gem of our own, by leaving a comment on the blog / contacting VSNA Maryland and Virginia Chapter, for Chi.Saankia's renditions. A little pat on the back for a great job, goes a long way in shaping one's talent and confidence!!

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Convention Registration Reminder

2009-05-17T08:51:00.000-07:00

Dear Members:

Only two more days left before the early bird fees ends on MAY 18, 2009 for the 32nd VSNA Convention. Register on line at www.vsnaconvention.org and if you have any issues paying via Google Check out, please mail the check to our treasurer.

Be sure to reserve your hotel rooms as they are going away fast! Few more rooms left, call Westin today and ask for VSNA rate of $79 per night.

Chapter Presidents - Please forward this to your membership to help remind them to take advantage of the early bird fees deadline.

Please forward on to your friends and relatives to take advantage!

Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

Warm regards,
2009 VSNA Convention Committee
www.vsnaconvention.org

Basava Jayanti Celebrations, Pittsburgh Chapter - Invitation

2009-05-16T07:05:00.000-07:00

Sri.Basavaraja Rajguru - Vachanas

2009-05-09T09:21:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Immortal vachana saahitya by Sri.Basavanna, grows beyond textual horizons in Sri.Basavaraja Rajguru's connoisseur renditions...

Enna Kaayava...in raaga Bihaag
Nudidare Muttina Haaradantirabeku...in raaga Kaafi
Enaginta Kiriya...in raaga Pilu
Madakeya Maaduvede....in raaga Kaushi Dhvani
Vachanadalli Naamaamrutha....in raaga Yaman Kalyaan
Nambaru Neccharu Baride Karevaru.....in raaga Tilang
Chakorange Chandramana Chinte....in raaga Bhairavi

User the following site first to get to the above links:
http://bundukhan.free.fr/BasavrajRajguru/BasavannaVacana/

Hope you enjoy the melody and the vachanas.

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Basava Jayanti Celebrations - Southern California Chapter

2009-05-07T20:58:00.000-07:00

Namaskara:

VSNA - Southern California Chapter would like to remind you that Sri. Basaveshwara Jayanthi will be celebrated on May 16, 2009.

Venue: Ratna & Dr. Channa Basava's Residence
4619 Valinda Point, San Diego, California 92130
Gathering:5: 00 to 6:00 p.m.Pooja at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner
For RSVP and potluck information please call (858)259-2494.

Directions:From Freeway 5, exit Del Mar Heights Road, go East approximately 2 miles, turn Left onto Lansdale, turn Left onto Glencliff, turn Left onto Valinda. Their home is 2nd on the left.

Rajashree

Sri.Nachiket Sharma - Vachanas

2009-05-06T17:06:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Ullavaru Shivaalayava Maaduvaru......gets beautifully knitted in the magical weaving of raaga "Madhuvanti" by Sri.Nachiketa Sharma. Truly moving rendition.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45dvCoGwTXY

Vachanadalli Naamaamruta Tumbi.......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVQjquD0P-M
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pzWbWa3FQE

Sincere thanks to Sri.Asoka Handigol, who has provided the links to the following songs on the web:

Dr.Mallikarjuna Mansur's original rendition of Akka Mahadevi vachana "Akka Kelavva Naanonda Kanasu Kande...."
http://www.esnips.com/doc/c0e815a2-649f-4a2a-a60f-a96232ab55b3/Mansur----Akka-Kelavva

Sri.Nachiket Sharma once again thrills us through his magical rendition in raaga "Bhatiyaar"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvx3sIDWUm0

These links are also added to the links under "Vachanagal Sankole".

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Early Bird Registration - Extension

2009-05-03T12:33:00.000-07:00

Dear VSNA Members:

As per many VSNA members' request across the country, Registration Committee has decided to extend the early bird registration fee until May 18, 2009.

If you or your friends & relatives have not yet registered please urge them to do so in the next couple weeks. Please visit our website www.vsnaconvention. org.

Thank you to those who have already registered.

Chicago VSNA Convention Committee
http://www.vsnaconvention.org

Basava Jayanti, Kuwait - More info

2009-05-02T09:39:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Here are some photos from the recent Basava Jayanti celebrations in Kuwait, beautifully captured and narrated by Mrs.Suguna Mahesh.

http://mrudhumanasu.blogspot.com/2009/04/blog-post_28.html

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Akka Mahaadevi - More info on Scribd

2009-05-02T09:00:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Recollecting a childhood song that I used to sing, during "Akkana Balaga" congregations in my native - "Maduveya Maadidaru, Lingayyaage Maduveya Maadidaru", the web search landed me in the following good collection of information / Vachanas of Akka Mahaadevi.

http://www.scribd.com/doc/13030983/MAHADEVI-THE-SPOUSE-OF-SHIVA

A link has also been added to the "Veerashaiva Related Links" on the blog for the same.

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

VSNA Youth Member - Abhinav Reddy - A Role Model

2009-04-30T06:13:00.000-07:00

Dear VSNA Chicago Chapter Members,

Happy Basava Jayanthi !!

In honor of Basava Jayanthi, I would like to invite you to participate in a food drive (Dasoha) on May 10th. Your donation will help stock the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every year the Northern Illinois Food Bank helps thousands of underprivileged people in Illinois to get the food they need to sustain daily life.

One of Basavanna’s most important principles was dasoha. Dasoha is giving some of what you have earned from honest work to others in the community who are less privileged than you in order to bring them to the same level as you. By contributing to this food drive you will be helping feed thousands of people in Illinois who are under the national poverty line.

It would be really helpful if every family bought in 5 or more pounds of food. Or if you are unable to bring in food any donation as small as $5 or more could be used to purchase food that would then be donated.

Please see the attached document for the list of needed items. Please do not donate expired food. Check expiration dates before donating. And for more information on the Northern Illinois Food Bank, please visit: http://www.northernilfoodbank.org/.

Thank you for your support and generosity!
Abhinav Reddy

Chicago Basava Jayanti 2009 - Invitation

2009-04-29T19:32:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Herewith is published the invitation for Basava Jayanti Chicago celebrations, 2009.

2009 VSNA Convention, Chicago - Updates

2009-04-29T19:12:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

Herewith are published the latest updates from 2009 VSNA Convention, Chicago.

VSNA MD / VA Basava Jayanti 2009 - Invitation

2009-04-29T17:36:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

VSNA Chapters of Maryland, Virginia And
Kaveri (Kannada Koota of MD) And
Shiva Vishnu Temple of MD - Invite you to Basava Jayanti 2009

ನಮ್ಮ ಕೂಡಲ ಸಂಗಮ ದೇವರ ನೆನೆವುದೇ ಚಿಂತೆ

2009-04-29T16:28:00.000-07:00

ಅಕ್ಷಯ ತೃತೀಯದಂದು ಕುವೈಟ್ ನ ಕನ್ನಡಿಗರೆಲ್ಲರೂ ಸಂಭ್ರಮದಿಂದ ಬಸವಜಯಂತಿ ಆಚರಿಸಿದರು. ಕಿವಿಗೆ ಇಂಪು, ಮನಕೆ ತಂಪು ಎನ್ನುವಂತೆ ವಚನ ಗಾಯನ ಸಮಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ ಕಳೆ ನೀಡಿತ್ತು. ಕಾಯಕದಲ್ಲಿಯೇ ಕೈಲಾಸ ಕಾಣುವ ಕನ್ನಡಿಗರು ಕೈಲಾಸವಾಸಿಯನ್ನು, ಭಕ್ತಿ ಭಂಡಾರಿ ಬಸವಣ್ಣನನ್ನು ನೆನೆದ ಬಗೆ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಯಪೂರ್ಣವಾಗಿತ್ತು.

ಸುಗುಣ ಮಹೇಶ್, ಕುವೈತ್

ಕಾಯಕದಲ್ಲೇ ಕೈಲಾಸಕಾಣಬೇಕೆಂದುಕೊಂಡೆವು, ಆದರೆ ದಿನವೆಲ್ಲಾ ಕಾಯಕವೆಂಬ ಕೈಲಾಸದಲ್ಲೇ ಇರುತ್ತೇವಲ್ಲ ಇಂದಾದರು ಕೈಲಾಸದಲ್ಲಿರುವವರನೊಮ್ಮೆ ನೆನೆದು ಅವರ ನುಡಿಮುತ್ತುಗಳನ್ನ ಅವರು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ ಹಾದಿಯನ್ನೊಮ್ಮೆ ನಾವು ಅರಿತು ಪೂಜಿಸೋಣವೆಂದು ಕೆಲವೇ ಕೆಲವು ಕುಟುಂಬಗಳು ಸೇರಿ ಬಸವಜಯಂತಿಯನ್ನು ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟವಾಗಿ ಆಚರಿಸಿದೆವು. ದೇವರು ಇದ್ದಾನೋ ಇಲ್ಲವೋ ತಿಳಿಯದು ದೇವರಂತಹ ಮಾನವರು ಇದ್ದೇ ಇದ್ದಾರೆ ಅಂತಹವರನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸುವುದರಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವುದೇ ಕಟ್ಟುಪಾಡುಗಳು ಬೇಕಿಲ್ಲ.

27.04.09 ಅಕ್ಷಯತದಿಗೆಯಂದು ಬಸವಜಯಂತಿ. ನಾವೆಲ್ಲ ಸೇರಿ ಪುಟ್ಟದಾಗಿ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲೇ ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಿದೆವು. ಸಂಜೆ ಸುಮಾರು 7 ಗಂಟೆಗೆ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭವಾಗಿದ್ದು ಅಣ್ಣನ ವಚನದಿಂದ. ಗಂಡಸರು ಹಾಗು ಹೆಂಗಸರಿಂದ ಸುಮಾರು 20 ವಚನ ಗಾಯನ ನೆರವೇರಿತು. ಈ ವಚನಗಳ ಗಾಯನದಿಂದ ತನ್ನದೆ ತನ್ಮಯತೆ ಮೂಡಿಸಿಬಿಟ್ಟಿತ್ತು.

ವಚನ ಗಾಯನಕ್ಕೆ ತಕ್ಕಂತೆ ತಾಳ ಮೇಳಗಳು ಸಹ ಸಜ್ಜಾಗಿ ನಿಂತಿದ್ದವು. ಕಿವಿಗೆ ಇಂಪು, ಮನಕೆ ತಂಪು ಎನ್ನುವಂತೆ ಗಾಯನಕ್ಕೆ ತಕ್ಕಂತೆ ಸಂಗೀತದ ಹೊಳೆ ಹರಿಸಿದರು...ಬಸವ ಜಯಂತಿ ವಚನ ಸಂಜೆಯಾಗಿ ಮೂಡಿತ್ತು. ವಚನ ಗಾಯನ, ಪೂಜೆ ಒಂದೇ ಆದರೆ ಹೇಗೆ? ವಚನಕಾರರನ್ನು ಮನನ ಮಾಡಲೇಬೇಕಲ್ಲವೇ? 12ನೇ ಶತಮಾನದ ವಚನಕಾರರು ಹತ್ತು ಹಲವಾರು ವಚನಗಳು ಹಾಗು ಬಸವಣ್ಣನವರ ಹುಟ್ಟೂರು, ಐಕ್ಯಸ್ಥಳ ಎಲ್ಲದರ ವಿವರಣೆಯನ್ನು ಬಿಂಬಿಸಲೆಂದು ಗೋಡೆಗಳ ಮೇಲೆಲ್ಲ ಒಂದು ಚಿತ್ರ ಲೋಕವನ್ನೇ ಸೃಷ್ಟಿಸಿದ್ದೆವು.

ಪೂಜಾವಿಧಿ ವಿಧಾನಗಳು ಸಾಂಗವಾಗಿ ನೆರವೇರಿತು. ಕೊನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅಣ್ಣನವರಿಗೆ ಪೂಜೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ ಮಂಗಳಾರತಿ ನೆರವೇರಿಸಿದೆವು. ಇಷ್ಟೆಲ್ಲಾ ಆದ ನಂತರ ಪ್ರಸಾದ ಸೇವನೇ (ದಾಸೋಹ)ಆಗಲೇಬೇಕಲ್ಲವೆ... ಉತ್ತರ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜೋಳದ ರೊಟ್ಟಿ (ಬಕರಿ) ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಬೇಕಾದ ಎಣ್ಣಿಗಾಯಿ ಪಲ್ಯ, ಕಾರ ಚಟ್ನಿ, ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಸೆಬ್ಬೆಯಂತೆ ತುಪ್ಪ, ಶೇಂಗಾ ಚಟ್ನಿ ಅದಕ್ಕೆ ಮೊಸರು, ಕಾಳಿನ ಪಲ್ಯ, ಹೋಳಿಗೆ(ಒಬ್ಬಟ್ಟು), ಸಾರು ಅನ್ನ, ಮೊಸರನ್ನ ಇನ್ನು ಹಲವು ಬಗೆ ಬಗೆಯ ಪದಾರ್ಥಗಳಿದ್ದವು. ಅವೆಲ್ಲವನ್ನು ಸವಿದು ಮನೆ ತಲುಪಲು ಅತುರಾತುರದ ತಯಾರಿಯಲ್ಲಿದ್ದರು ನಮ್ಮ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರು ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಬೆಳ್ಳಂಬೆಳ್ಳಿಗೆ ಎದ್ದು 7ಗಂಟೆಗೆಲ್ಲ ಕಚೇರಿಗೆ ತಲುಪಬೇಕಲ್ಲ. ಮತ್ತದೆ ಕಾಯಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೈಲಾಸ ಕಾಣಬೇಕಲ್ಲ...

ಊರಿಂದ ಬಂದ ಅಪ್ಪ ಅಮ್ಮಂದಿರೆಲ್ಲ ನಮ್ಮ ಆಚರಣೆ ಕಂಡು ಬಹಳ ಖುಷಿಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ನಮ್ಮೆಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ಆಶೀರ್ವದಿಸಿದರು. ಅವರ ಅಶೀರ್ವಾದ ಚಿರಕಾಲ ಇಂತಹ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಜರುಗಿಸಲು ನೆರವಾಗುತ್ತದೆಂದು ಭಾವಿಸಿದ್ದೇವೆ.

ಅಂದು ಕೆಲಸದ ದಿನವಾದರೂ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರು ಅದು ಹೇಗೆ ಇರುವೆ ಸಾಲುಗಳು ಬಂದಂತೆ ಒಬ್ಬರಿಂದೊಬ್ಬರು ಸರಿ ಸಮಯಕ್ಕೆ ಬಂದುಬಿಟ್ಟರೋ ತಿಳಿಯದು. ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆ ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಒಂದಲ್ಲಾ ಒಂದು ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ರುವಾರಿಗಳೇ ಸರಿ. ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿದ್ದ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತೆ ಡಾ.ವಿದ್ಯಾಪ್ರಭಾಕರ್ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಭಾಕರ್ ಹಾಗು ಇವರಿಗೆ ಕೈ ಜೋಡಿಸಿದ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಕುಟುಂಬ ವರ್ಗಗಳಿಗೂ ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಪಿಸಲೇ ಬೇಕು. ಹಾಗು ಸಮಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ ಮೆರುಗು ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಹಾಗು ಗಂಡಸರ ಭಜನಾ ಮಂಡಳಿಯವರಿಗೆಲ್ಲ ವಂದನೆಗಳು.

ಚಕೋರಂಗೆ ಚಂದ್ರಮನ ಬೆಳಗಿನ ಚಿಂತೆ,
ಅಂಬುಜಕ್ಕೆ ಭಾನುವಿನ ಉದಯದ ಚಿಂತೆ.
ಭ್ರಮರಂಗೆ ಪರಿಮಳದ ಬಂಡುಂಬ ಚಿಂತೆ.
ಎನಗೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಕೂಡಲಸಂಗಮದೇವರ ನೆನೆವುದೇ ಚಿಂತೆ!

ಈ ವಚನದಹಾಗೆ ನಮಗೋ ಮರಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕನ್ನಡ ನುಡಿ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಬಿಂಬಿಸುವ ಚಿಂತೆ! ನಮ್ಮೊರ ನೆನಪಲ್ಲಿ ದಿನ ಕಳೆವ ಚಿಂತೆ!

http://thatskannada.oneindia.in/comment/0/0/36302.html

VSNA Texas Basava Jayanti 2009 - Invitation

2009-04-29T16:15:00.001-07:00

Sharanu.

Dallas /Fort Worth HINDU TEMPLE SOCIETY, "Ekta Mandir" with VSNA Texas Chapter Cordially invites you, your family, and friends to join us to celebrate Basava Jayanti 2009
On May 2nd (Saturday)

PROGRAM
1. Shiva Abhisheka, Alankarana & Archana 10:00 AM
2. Basava Puja 10:30 AM
3. Basava Vichara Ghosti 11:00 AM
(Presentation of articles, Group discussions, etc)
4. Vachana Recital 11:30 AM
5. Mahamangala Aarati followed by Mahaprasada 12:00 PM

Puja Sponsorship
Sahasranama Archana $51.00 Abhisheka $31.00
Archana $11.00

For more information please call Temple at 972-445-3111
Event Chair Revathi Srinath 972-387-9248
Neela Kumar 972-747-7448 Rajiv Gaind 972-392-7860
Sachin Biradar 214-632-9383 Sandhya Patel 972-506-9141
Rajesh Vrushab 972-248-6606 Anita Singhal 817-261-9174
Sushma Hiremath 972-238-0756 Bhasy Nair 972-985-4224

VSNA Convention Registration Reminder

2009-04-28T21:13:00.000-07:00

Dear Veerashivas,

Wish you all A Very Happy Basava Jayanti.

Registrations are coming in, preparations are underway, and hotel reservations are being filled up fast! It is the sign of the time - 32nd VSNA annual Convention is fast approaching in Chicago!

Please see the attached PDF document for Convention Update.

By now, you should have received the registration packets, in case, you have not received the mailed invitations be sure to visit us at http://www.VSNAConvention.Org/ or feel free to contact us to get your package in the mail. The Annual Convention is a wonderful time to take advantage of everything VSNA has to offer. This presents an opportunity to listen to insightful presentations from remarkable speakers who have made a positive difference in our community. We have our renowned gurus attending this year’s convention, Sri Deshikendra Shivarathri Swamiji from Mysore, and Sri Shivamurthy Swamiji from Sirigere. We have confirmed guest speakers Prof. Basavaraj Puranik, Dr. Ningamma Patange, and Dr. Patil S. Prabhakar from India, Mr. Guru Bale from New Jersey, Dr. Alakananda from Toronto and other distinguished guests are willing to share with us their ideas and inspiring lifestyles. We have also invited notable guests, Chief Minister Mr. Yedyurappa, Mr. Ashok Kheney and more. You do not want to miss this rare opportunity to hear the progress of the community in the homeland.

This is a great opportunity to attend some informative and valuable workshops - Health, CME (Continuing Medical Education) for physicians, Business, Yoga and Youth workshops. We are also offering two very thought-provoking religious discussions during the 'Anubhava Ghosti' and 'Vichara Ghosti'. Like in the past conventions, there will be cultural presentations from local talent as well as professional talent from US and India. Our committees are working hard to put together fantastic programs for the Convention that is sure to delight your senses. We invite other sister VSNA chapters to take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your amazing talents. On a regular basis, our convention website updated frequently with new information as and when programs are finalized. Visit and visit often to get the most updated information on 2009 convention, http://www.vsnaconvention.org/.

We greatly appreciate families and individuals who have already registered for the convention and for the cultural program participation. Make sure to remind your friends and relatives to register. We urge you to register now and take advantage of the early-bird offer, which expires April 30 2009.

With Warm Regards,
VSNA Convention Committee
Chicago

Inauguration of JSS Girls Hostel by Her Excellency Smt Prathibha Devisingh Patil

2009-04-26T21:47:00.000-07:00

Her Excellency Smt Prathibha Devisingh Patil President of Inidia will be inaugurating JSS Girls Hostel & JSS Medical College Silver Jubilee Seminar on "Development of Sustainable Rural Health" on 9.5.2009 at 10:30 am at SriKshetra Suttur, Mysore Dist. Karnataka India.

The function will be held on in the Gracious prescence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji of Suttur Mutt and Dr Sri Shivakumara Mahaswamiji of Siddaganga Mutt.

Basaveshwara Vachana Sheela Mantapa

2009-04-15T08:16:00.000-07:00

I would like to extend my deepest wishes for the festival of Shankaranthi today. I wish that all of you must be blessed with the love, happiness and joy of celebrating this occasion of Shiva and his love for Lord Basavanna who was responsible for the establishment of the first welfare state in India during the 12th century.

As the President of the Basaveshwara Vachana Sheela Mantap Committee I would like to share with you in brief, our desire to commemorate the Vachanas of the holy saint Shri Basavanna who was born in our village of Ingleshwar in 1134 AD. We express our desire that you kindly review this proposition and provide us financial assistance towards the construction of the Basaveshwara Vachana Sheela Mantap at Ingleshwar.

We have already started work on this project with the limited financial resources that were made available to us by our beloved devotees. We plan to extend this initiative to bring a greater focus on the Vachanas composed by Basavanna to promote equality and harmony in the society during the 12th Century.

Kindly take some time to review this proposal and kindly make your best efforts to help us achieve this missionary project to promote the teachings of this Son of Ingleshwar who was responsible for founding a new religion based on equality and compassion for all human beings.
If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
Shri. MNP Channabasava Swamy
President
Basaveshwara Vachana Sheela Mantapa Association
Virakta Matha,
Ingleshwar,
Basavan Bagewadi,
Bijapur,Karnataka, India.
Tel: 08358-243324
Mobile: 9448391737

Vachanagala Sankole

2009-04-11T09:44:00.000-07:00

Sharanu.

A good collection of Vachanas from the web, from http://www.vicharamantapa.net/ , have been collected as links to the VSNA Blog. These links have been added to the sidebar on the blog, under "Vachanagala Sankole". Hope these will be received well.

Nimmava,
Nagesh Tavaragerimath

Shunya to Shunya - By Dr.Guru S.Bale

2009-04-08T13:19:00.000-07:00

Allamaprabhu is the greatest Jangama ever lived. He wrote about 10 million vachanas but only 3000 are available. Some of his vachanas are simple but most are in a riddle form. Without the explanation from the learned, they are hard to understand. The book ‘Allama Prabhudevara vacana-nirvacana’ by Sri Siddeshwara Swamy of Bijapur is extremely useful in understanding 694 vachanas of Allama. In this book Sri Siddeshwara Swamy explains each vachana line by line. This book is in Kannada and many of our children and even some adults cannot read and understand their real meaning.

Guru S. Bale has translated the above book into English, and it has been published as ‘Shunya to Shunya’. The book was released on March 4 2009 in a simple ceremony with the blessing of Sri Shivaratri Deeshikendra mahaswamygalu, Suttur mata. Dr Shivaskumaraswamiji of Siddaganga mata, Thumkur has blessed with a benedictory note. Our present Chief Minister, Honorable Dr.Yediyurappa says; ‘Dr. Bale’s services as ‘those of a cultural ambassador contributing to enrich the quality of life here and also there’.

Previously Guru Bale has published three books namely, ‘Siddalingeshwara Shatsthala’, ‘Qualities of Veerashaiva’, and ‘Divine Guides’. Siddalingeshwara Shatsthala is an abridge version of shatsthala siddhanta by Siddalingeshwara himself. This book gives abridge version of the Veerashaiva philosophy. The second book, Quality of Veerashaiva lists 52 qualities of Basavanna as told by Akkamahadevi. Each of the qualities is explained using vachanas of sharanas. Divine Guides is the abridge version of 63 sharanas and sharanes biographies. This is very helpful in teaching children’s about the way of life of sharanas.

Because of weight restrictions, only twelve copies are available for sale. The cost of the book is set at $50. Proceedings from the sale of this book and other books (available at $5 each) will be donated to charities. You can purchase copy of the books by calling Guru Bale at 1-732-494-7392.

ಯುಗಾದಿಯ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು

2009-03-27T18:13:00.000-07:00

ಶರಣು.

ಯುಗ ಯುಗಾದಿ ಕಳೆದರೂ ಯುಗಾದಿ ಮರಳಿ ಬರುತಿದೆ
ಹೊಸ ವರುಷಕೆ ಹೊಸ ಹರುಷವ ಹೊಸತು ಹೊಸತು ತರುತಿದೆ .......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3O211xkJ8o

ವಿರೋಧಿ ನಾಮ ಸಂವತ್ಸರದ ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು, ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗು.

ನಿಮ್ಮವ,
ನಾಗೇಶ್ ತಾವರಗೇರಿಮಠ

VSNA Blog - President's Introduction

2009-03-22T19:32:00.000-07:00

Dear Fellow Veerashaivas,

Learning to communicate effectively is a life-long process. Often it is a combination of trial and error and learning the hard way. This process contributes-sometimes positively and at other times negatively--to perceptions of ourselves and others.

People communicate in the best way they know and do not realize when and how they are failing to convey their intended message. When it is understood that the message is not clear, it is not a matter of blaming the past or making excuses; rather, it involves the maturity to recognize and change the elements of your communication that are not serving you well for those that are more effective. It is a matter of saying or thinking: 'No matter what has happened in the past, do I want this pattern or behavior now'? 'It is my choice to behave, react, respond differently and now I choose to do it another way.' 'Past is past; I cannot go on behaving the way I have in the past and expect anything other than the responses I evoked in the past'. There is a saying: When you think the way you have always thought, you will act the way you have always acted and you will get what you have always got.

The word, communication, in itself tells a story. It is derived from the Latin word communis meaning common. Some other words derived from this root are community, communion and communitarian. We communicate by creating common ground with those to whom we speak. When that is established a sense of community is begun and then followed by something greater than the whole; a spirit of community, which by some might be termed a kind of communion. The result of community spirit is the fostering and nurturing of people who co-operate, form effective teams, become friends and can be called communitarians.

With this in mind we are proud to release the BLOG “IVA NAMMAVA” (Universal Acceptance) as a communication tool for all the latest updates for our VSNA organization.

This can be accessed at http://vsnablog.blogspot.com/

Developing a sense of community is important in the day to day running of our VSNA Organization . Those with good communication skills and an understanding of the importance of the Our community soon develop a rapport with their colleagues. This fosters and creates a pleasant atmosphere where support and a sense of ease and co-operation are predominant. The result is good team building and focus on the projects and aims of the day rather than personal issues that arise because there is a perceived lack of support or dialog.

The successful organization knows these things well and practices them at every opportunity. By Communicating everyone can gain. The moment, the focus is on individual issues, the organization suffers with delays, poor quality attention, and perhaps fails. Good communication skills are needed by everyone to see that the work gets done in good spirit.

Yours Truly,
Sundaresh Siddiah
President of VSNA
March 22, 2009