ABHIYAN began its journey in 2005, founded by Late Shri Aniruddha Das and a few devoted members. Though there was no predefined roadmap, their unwavering dedication and deep devotion to Lord Jagannath led to the formation of a growing community. This passion culminated in the official registration of the Shree Shree Jagannath Sanskrutika Seva Trust (SSJSST) in 2006.

Over the years, ABHIYAN has reached several significant milestones. Two major landmarks include:

• 2019: The first ever Rath Yatra in Panvel, where we successfully pulled a chariot across the city, marking a spiritual and cultural triumph.

• 2020: The completion and consecration of our temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a longstanding dream realized with the efforts and blessings of our members.

From humble beginnings with just a few families, our community has now grown into a vibrant family of over 600+ member families.

Our Activities

Beyond religious observances, SSJSST is deeply involved in various social, cultural, and humanitarian efforts. These include:

• Daily temple services and spiritual events

• Disaster relief efforts, including aid during the Kolhapur floods

• Regular Swachh Bharat Abhiyan participation

• Tree plantation drives, health camps, and blood donation camps

• Organizing festivals, cultural programs, and community welfare initiatives

We celebrate not just festivals, but also a spirit of togetherness and mutual support, especially during challenging times.

Our Aims and Objectives

Our trust is committed to a broad spectrum of spiritual, cultural, educational, and humanitarian goals:

A. Construct and maintain the Shree Jagannath Temple in New Panvel and perform daily rituals and ceremonies.
B. Provide subsidized lodging and boarding to visiting devotees.
C. Promote Indian craftsmanship through exhibitions of cottage industry products.
D. Foster national integration and universal brotherhood by organizing multicultural festivals.
E. Establish educational institutions, libraries, and fitness centers.
F. Publish and distribute literature that promotes education and cultural awareness.
G. Create and support orphanages and rehabilitation centers for orphans, widows, and the underprivileged.
H. Offer free medical and/or legal aid to those in need.
I. Encourage secularism, national unity, and social harmony.
J. Promote civic awareness and undertake public welfare activities.
K. Pursue any and all activities that benefit the welfare of the general public.

Looking Ahead

With the continuous support of our devoted members and Lord Jagannath’s blessings, we have accomplished much—and yet, our journey has just begun. We remain committed to achieving new milestones and expanding our service to humanity and devotion to Lord Jagannath.

Thank you for being a part of our journey.