Vittal :  Sri Gurudevananda Swamiji of Sri Kshetra Odiyoor has stressed the need for rural development, protection of cattle and environment. It is through devotion, dedication that man can achieve progress, he said.

He  was speaking at a ceremony held at the Sri Gurudeva Jnana Mandir of Sri Gurudevadutta Samsthan of Odiyoor on the occasion of his 53rd birth day celebrations. The Swamiji also inaugurated Gramotsava to mark his birthday.

Sadhwi Mathanandamayi offered Gurpooja and Guru Padukaradhane on the occasion. The devotees also offered Tulabhara Seve and Uyyale Seve to the seer.

Sri Gurudeva Seva Balagas from Odiyoor, Mumbai, Mangalore and other places, Sri Vajramatha Mahila Vikas Kendras, Sri Gurudeva Vidya Peetha and representatives of various affiliate organizations offered Guruvandana.