Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD)
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Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji

Our inspiration

The vision behind GYF

Fondly known as the leader of the youth, Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji is an Enlightened Master, spiritual visionary, modern-day mystic, and humanitarian leader.

Through the 5S programme of Satsang, Sadhana, Seva, Sanskruti, and Sports, He equips the youth with a holistic framework for inner growth, outer excellence, and a higher purpose in life.

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Beyond GYF

GYF continues all year.

Join youth groups for wisdom sessions, spiritual practice, selfless service, culture and sports in your city, all year round.

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Pujya Gurudevshri delivering a Wisdom Masterclass to a seated auditorium audience
SatsangWisdom sessions
Participants seated with eyes closed during a group meditation session
SadhanaSpiritual practice
A Matunga youth volunteer distributes refreshments to community members
SevaSelfless service
Musicians perform on the Global Youth Festival stage in Dharampur in 2023
SanskrutiCulture
Young people playing a football match
SportsSports

Our journey

Our Timeline

GYF began in Dharampur in 2019 and has since travelled to Pune, London, Mumbai and Kolkata. Ahmedabad is next.

Every GYF since 2019.

  1. 2019
    • Dharampur EditionOrigins
  2. 2021
    • Virtual Edition
  3. 2022
    • Dharampur EditionMeet the Real You
  4. 2023
    • Dharampur EditionCyclothon edition
  5. 2024
    • Pune EditionMeet the Real You
    • Dharampur EditionGame of Life
    • London EditionHack Your Happiness
  6. 2025
    • Mumbai EditionStep into your Innerverse
    • Kolkata EditionMeet the Real You
  7. 2026
    • London EditionHack Your Happiness
    • Pune EditionGame of Life
    • Dharampur EditionHomecoming
  8. 2027
    • Ahmedabad (Coming Soon)Step into your Innerverse

Our philosophy

The 5S Philosophy

Satsang, Sadhana, Seva, Sanskruti and Sports. These five practices run through every festival and every youth group.

01 / 05Satsang

Wisdom that helps young people see themselves and life more clearly.

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Inner practice that turns insight into steadiness, awareness and action.

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Selfless service that directs energy and skill towards the good of others.

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Culture expressed through music, art, celebration and shared belonging.

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Movement, play and competition that build courage, teamwork and joy.

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Testimonials

In their words

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Anupam Mittal
Anupam MittalFounder and CEO, People GroupGYF Mumbai Edition 2025

“The environment was quite electric. I felt awake.”

Rajdeepak Das
Rajdeepak DasChairman, Leo Burnett South AsiaGYF Mumbai Edition 2025

“Pujya Gurudevshri is nurturing leaders who listen, who have the courage to care.”

Shivani Pau
Shivani PauEntrepreneur and podcast founderGYF London

“I don't think I've ever been to anything like this!”

Natalia Kapchuk
Natalia KapchukArtist and philanthropistGYF London

“It was a truly unique experience and I believe this event should be global.”

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