By Bhakti-Rasa devi dasi
History was made on October 1, 2023, as the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) proudly welcomed its first centre in the North West province of South Africa.
The event was a testament to the dedication of the Klerksdorp Hindu Samaj, established in 1963, to ensure that the years of hard work in developing its temple and community will continue to flourish under ISKCON’s care. The temple was built in 1983.
To mark this auspicious occasion, the Klerksdorp Hindu Samaj graciously hosted members of ISKCON leadership at the temple in Klerksdorp, where a special programme and prayer service were held, culminating in the official handover of the temple, the hall, and the property to ISKCON.
The newly named “New Vrindavan Hare Krishna Centre” stands as a beacon of spiritual light, marking the first of its kind in the North West province, explains His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami, co-GBC lead for Southern Africa, who attended the official handover together with senior leaders of the ISKCON movement.
Read more: https://iskconnews.org/iskcon-welcomes-new-vrindavan-hare-krishna-centre-in-south-africas-north-west-province/
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