Dear Members,
Revered Monastic Brothers, Sisters, Respected Devotees, admirers and friends,
My Salutations to all in the Divine name of Bhagawan Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother and the great Swami Vivekananda.
It’s really a shocking news in the Holy Trio’s world that Shri Bharatji is now not in his mortal coil to continue his e-worship as he was very fond of it but his sadhana is bearing immortal fruits in the form of all the devotees gathered here on this dais of holy group to discuss Divine virtues and lives ever happened on this earth. It’s an evolution continuously happening in all humans first to Be and then - Make.
My association with him started through the Devotees of Holy Trio Group on Google. In 2005 with the help of some of our technical friends it was just initiated with the blessings of Most Revered Swami Gokulanandaji Maharaj, the initiative was to send only Durga Puja greetings to all Devotees, it started spreading in different dimensions that it took the shape of a dais of Holy discussion, and many started joining. Shri Bharatji too joined. His interest and sharing used to be very regular, sincere and colored with sweetness of devotion. I got in him a man with intense desire to do something in this line. God brings his suitable instruments.
Once when I was in Delhi, he phoned me, I think it was 5th of October of 2007, asked me “Somesh maharaj, its my birthday, give me something”. Hmmmm, yes, wait”, and I made him co-moderator, he was overwhelmed and said – “maharajji, aapne to mujhe 55 saal me jawani de di, I am reborn again, I will certainly do justice to this gift” and till his last he was fond of spreading diving message through this forum tirelessly. Before him I asked many to serve the group and tried two three experts but I was not satisfied, praying to lord that my endeavours should not go in vain and Bharatji was there as if he was sent by almighty to take the cross with his fullest in his old age too.
Even though I was full in trust of his leadership for Group, he used to inform the happenings, many tough times too came to this group but the key role was played by him in such a meticulous way that it got appreciation from all sides and many too inspired by Holy Trio group started such discussion or posting groups on net.
Once I asked him for selecting some young responsible leaders to lead such group in the absence of all of us for continuation in future, he suggested three four names and the lottery came on Shri Sabujji, I revere him for his dedication for the cause and expect the cross on his well built young shoulders, Bharatji departed soul will be very happy if Shri Sabujji can excel in the same. Shri Sabuji have to be well versed in Holy Trio’s literature as Shri Bharatji was.
As Bharat bhai’s breaths always counted the name of Lord, to always sing and listen Ramakrishna Saranam – Ramakrishna Saranam, even in his car, those who had been with him might be remembering the audio CD of Ramakrishna Saranam, commanding to his Driver – Dubeji, aur kuchh nahi, bas Ramakrishna sarnam se sab ho jaayega. Even in his office he liked only to hear this song besides his regular dealings with visitors, customers or even legal opponents. I had seen him instructing his staffs for all the service oriented jobs in printing line with careful, scanning eyes on paper and the cost too. Sometimes he will send Hanuma Chalisa for painting and his own created paintings for children as they too come in the fold of Holy Trio in tender age. Again his Marwari way to handle the money, matter, machine, man and mind was a sight to an observer. As a Karmayogin he never failed to be submitted at the lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Ramakrishna.
As you all know that at present I am in Narottam Nagar, the prestigious education centre in the remote area of Tirap Dist. in Arunachal Pradesh working among Tribals, he regularly used to ask about them and always was eager to help them individually. When I visited Bombay he never allowed anyone to take me anywhere except himself and was jealous if Shri Abhishek (a devotee from Delhi, based in Bombay) used to escort me anywhere. Revered Swami Nikhileswaranandaji’s lecture was there in one Gujarati samaj, in one school, I attended the lecture, not well versed in gujrati but could understood the lecture as it was interesting to see Rev. Swamiji with all his guts and expression, finding me alone in Gujrati people, Bharatji took me to school boys and girls and asked me to talk in hindi with them, and while I was introducing Swamiji he was there with his printed books on Swamiji, and I distributed among youngsters, they too were happy to see such a colourful images of Swamiji and quotes. Bharatji then said, “Kitni khoosi hoti hai ye log Swamiji ko padh rahe hain”, His passion means passion itself needs more and more words to define it.
Once when I was on an education excursion to Kolkota, he tried his level best to provide all his influence in the form of renowned people to meet the Tribal boys and the hospitability by supplying the food as the tribal crew liked. Daily he used to call me as if it was his concern for caring the tribal boys for their lodging and boarding etc. When our boys were fortunate to render few bhajans on 1st jan. 2012 in Cossipore, he shouted the slogan over phone – Thakur maa ki Jai, Swamiji ki jai with tears.
His way of putting his voice with paan in his mouth starting with Literally .......... was favourite of many, and then nobody could stop him, one has to accept his – literally - otherwise, “I don’t believe in this, Swamiji, No, it can’t, I don’t believe in it”, again if somebody will explain the matter, “hmmm hmmm, that can be, that can be”. It was a sight to see when his smile showed acceptance of Swamiji’s Name, picture or any quote on his created paper work.
Once I asked “Bharatji, thoda Exercise kijiye, Makhhan ke kaaran space jyada ho raha hai?” He turned to me with bright eyes, “Arey, fit to hoon, 100% fit, sabse jyada fit” certainly he was fit, in Lonawala he was ready before i got ready and at 4 am his ablution was over. I was surprised how he in that age can be so perfact. There itself till late night with Dr. Gharotiyaji going on talking, and talking and exchanging his views only on Godly matterss.
Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna was his surest passion, no phone calls were accepted till his readings in Bombay Ashrama with Library Swamiji were completed, if one called him up, his message – “in Gospel class, will call later”. Members might have seen his creativity of Gems in pictures.
On 24th I called him asked his whereabouts and health, he was not in the condition to talk but he attended and admitted about his falling health. His wish was to see tribal boys, their videos which I covered sometimes back in this year, I went to Tinsukia, Assam on 26th and registered a parcel of one hard disk containing all he wanted. But the destiny had its other ways, I got the shocking news of his passing away when the consignment was to reach at his Poornima Prakashan.
With his Grandson his fun was to see him dancing in the name of Jai Jai, Thakur’s name, Ramakrishna Sarnam. His dedication brings the imagination in my mind as if he is dancing and merging in the divine bliss of swaroopa to Aroopa.
Such devotees make the Grihastha Ashrama fulfilled, the Ashrama of Dharma, Artha, Kama and Bhakti or Mukti, the example for all, how one can hold God with one hand and work with other and when the work is over, again hold with both hands, no chalaki for getting tempted in Samsaric attraction. Jar ache japo, jar nai maapo - He had done the both.
Hats off to such dedication.
Let us take his demise as a better and great opportunities on Shri Bharatji’s departed holy soul. Such divine attributed souls can’t go in eternal peace for their own sake but will be still working to spread the nectar all over the world.
Sa Tarati Sa tarati, sa lokans tarati- (narada bhakti sutras)
With my sraddhanjali to his divine association on his condolence meeting.
I remain with prayers
Of Sri Ramakrishna, Maa and Swamiji
Swami Tatparananda
(Somesh Maharaj)
My prayers to the Holy Mother to grant him eternal peace and strength to his family to bear this irreparable loss. He indeed was a very active son of the Holy Trio. Having known him personally, this news is indeed shocking. Bharatji, will remembet you as a helpful person and an active servant of the lord. My pranams to you. Rgds,
Shoubhik Bandyopadhyay
Indeed a shock! My condolences to the bereaved family. And my prayers for the soul.
Sucheta Ghosh
Om Namo Narayanaya!
We are all devastated by the sudden news of Bhaijee’s passing away. May Holy Trio guide his soul. Deepest sympathies to Sumintra Ma and family!
Avitha Partab
May his soul become one with master.
Vvrajashekar
It is a shocking news. Only a few weeks ago I received a mail from him regarding joining this Google group. I had been missing his posts of Lalleshwari's poems/realisations recently. His posts inspired me to start posting Adi Shankaracharya's 'Bhaja Govindam'. I pray for his soul and that he may become one with the Holy Trio in Ramakrishnaloka. I also pray for his family. Regards.
ANURAG
Beloved Bharatji was a pure devotee and a real friend to us all. Somehow he found me and invited me to the group around five years ago. We had wonderful communications and he was a real inspiration. All of our lives have been deeply impacted by his seva and by the group he started. He united us as a family. I will miss you Bharatji, but I will not forget you. My soul sings in gratitude for bringing so many devotees together. You are home now with Maa, Thakur, Swamiji and and the rest. My sincere condolences to the Churiwala family and close friends... You had a true bhakta amongst you and now he is gone... His spirit is not gone and he will live in our hearts until we all meet again.. Om Om Om
Johnandreadis
Shocked to know that Sri Bharat Churiwala Ji is no more with us. I offer my sincere condolence to the bereaved family and pray to Sri Sri Thakur that his soul may rest in eternal peace.
Regards,
Satyajit Dutta
I am deeply shocked. I sincerely hope that Sri Churiwala is now in the company of the Holy Trio and pray to the Holy Trio to give strength to his family to bear this loss.
Partha
He was a very nice person - Very humble and very devoted to the devotees of Sri Ramakrishna. He was always willing to do anything to serve the devotees. When I visited Mumbai, he forced me and my family to use his car and driver for a full day.
Jai Ramakrishna !!!
Gomu
I am shoocked and deeply saddened to hear this sad news! My words fall short of expressing my sorrow. He was very human, greatly dedicated to Holy Trio.
Sri Bharatji.... you are a gem!! Thakur armed around you and whispered "Come to Me."
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hemant
I offer my sincere condolence to the bereaved family and pray to Holy Trio, that his soul may rest in eternal peace.
ravi kumar
Oh that is sad to knw that. He's with Thakur and Sri Maa
little prince sanjay.lulla
Very shocking! Let us offer our prayerful best wishes for the peace of the departed devoted soul of Holy Trio
Dear all,
Truely a noble soul has departed leaving a void unfilled.... Shocking news which is hard to believe...but cannot fight against HIS will...
Bharatji was pure soul now immersed in the ocean of PURITY... such souls depart early for HIS work..
May his soul rests in peace... I pray for his family members to gain strength to overcome this tragedy...
Regards
Sumit Sett
I used to see him every day at khar Mission in morning at 10 doing pranams and peeping thro' the shrine grills for a glance of Thakur - Maa - Swamijee. This image of Bharatjee will remain imprinted in my mind.
Jai Thakur.....
Rachna
Jai Ramakrishna!!!, Very shocking and cannot believe this news. Very devoted and humble devotee and had some great and sincere ideas to spread the message of the Holy Trinity. May Thakur, Maa and Swamiji bless his soul and let it merge in them.
Swami Bodhamayananda
Hyderabad
Om Namo Bhagabate Basudebaaya
Very shocking and sad. May his pious soul rest in peace.
Bijaylaxmi Mishra
I met him once at Mumbai. I just called him to inform that I will be in Mumbai and he came to Khar ashram at late evening to meet me. We also spoke number of times but could not meet. I sent him a mail recently and he responded stating that he was not keeping well. He promised to respond shortly. It is a great loss for this group as he painstakingly built this holy association. Thakur got His work done. Now Bharatji will enjoy His company in Ramakrishna Loka. My condolences to his family.
Tirthankar Mitra
We have only to thank him all he did to all of us, his example of the love and the devotion to Thakur, Maa and Swamiji. He is in the arms of our Beloved Thakur and Maa. May Thakur and Maa give strength to his family and understanding in that moment.
jai Thakur jai Maa Jai Swamiji
Radha Mangala
Extremely difficult to digest this news... three years back met him at bangalore when he was here in connection with a film on Swamiji's life....and a few months back Bharatbhai had been to Bangalore and made it a point to meet me at my office on his way to airport...and that time we spent on sharing the words of Thakur-Maa....
Our dear brother has gone to the lap of Thakur-Maa resting in eternal peace.....
Satwik Joglekar
It is indeed a day of sorrow for me to know of this sudden and sad demise of Bharatji. I have had the honour of spending a lot of time with him for about last five years. I have not seen a man more passionate about the Group called Holy Trio. His selfless contribution in making this such a vibrant platform for discussion is immense.
I have lost a very dear friend.
May his soul find a rightful place in Ramakrishnaloka.
Regards
Shashank Chowdhury
With tears in my eyes, I pray to Thakur for the peace of his soul.
Indeed it's a great loss to all of us.
Suvankar Dasgupta
This is such a shocking news. Bharat ji was a great friend, a devotee of a very high order and a great man. He had help lay foundation stone for the ashram in Kathmandu and he had taken the responsibility of publishing three books on the holy trio in Nepali for the first time. May his soul attain supreme bliss.
Om
Prabesh Lohani
Jai Sri Ramakrishna!!
This is really a shocking news. May Bharathji's soul rest in peace. Bharathji was very compassionate......Really miss Bharathji a lot in this group...
Suchay Deshpande
This such sad news. Bharatji was wonderful friend and a good guide.
We all pray to Holy Trio keep Bharatji under their care and grant him
eternal peace.
Purnendu Mukerjee
It was a shocking news, my condolences to his family, and prayers to Holy Mother that his soul rest in peace.....
Neetha
Very saddened to convey to all that my papa passed away yesterday morning on 27th september. Please pray so he is in peace. We have kept a baithak on sunday 30 th sep at iskon temple hare rama hare krishna juhu mumbai between 4 - 6 pm. Jai maa thakurji regards
Darshan
