A memorial session held on February 28, 2026, at the ISKCON Govardhan EcoVillage (GEV) brought devotees together to honor three disciples of Srila Prabhupada who had recently departed. Panel members Bhaktimarga Swami, Bali Mardan Dasa, Yadubara Dasa, and Rahanath Swami each reflected on the mix of emotions that accompany a Vaishnava’s disappearance, grief in separation, and gratitude that devoted servants are being “promoted” to continued service closer to Krishna, emphasizing remembrance, appreciation, and responsibility to carry forward the mission. In addition to the four panel members, Gauranga Dasa, Director of the GEV, also shared his appreciation.
The gathering offered brief biographical reflections and heartfelt tributes to Ekanath Dasa and Ranjit Dasa, both closely connected to the Bhaktivedanta Archives. Ekanatha was remembered as a gentle and serious devotee who joined ISKCON in Amsterdam around 1971 and later met Srila Prabhupada in Bombay, was credited with pioneering efforts to preserve and make accessible Srila Prabhupada’s recorded legacy—tapes, photos, manuscripts, letters, and artifacts—so future generations could benefit. Ranjit, originally from South Africa and described as humble, mature, and warm-hearted, was remembered for his long service in the archives and for supporting devotional projects; speakers noted his departure on February 25, 2026 in Alachua, Florida, and offered condolences to his family.
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