Diptima Bhowmik
Girls Proutist Foundation Day, the historic 4th August 1978, is significant because it marks the anniversary of the founding of Girls Proutist—the women’s wing of the Proutist movement, which is inspired by the socio-economic philosophy of PROUT (Progressive Utilization Theory) given by Shrii Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar.
While writing this article I stopped and started thinking, that 4th August in 1978 was a third day after Baba’s release from Jail and after Baba’s breaking of long fasting, he became so weak, surrounded by all eminent workers and his family members too, what made him to form Girls Proutist instantly. Baba’s decision can’t be instant; he must have decided about formation of GP during his tenure in jail. Though Baba did not disclose when he did the planning for us, I can recall that at a very young age during summer vacations, Baba’s mother used to go to her mother’s house along with children. And at that time Baba made the outline of Prout philosophy. Similarly, Baba had us in his master plan from day 1st, and executed it on 4th August. Baba strongly emphasized that women must not be confined to a secondary role in society; they should be equally trained, organized, and given leadership positions in social, economic, and cultural spheres. He did not see Girls Proutist as a local or national entity but as part of a global movement for social transformation, where women from different cultures could unite under a common ideology.
The day is celebrated to remember the vision and purpose for which the Girls Proutist wing was formed: to organize, educate, and mobilize women for social and economic change. It’s a celebration of women empowerment, global sisterhood.
In short, it’s not just an anniversary—it’s a reaffirmation of commitment to gender equality, moral leadership, and collective welfare.
This year the GP foundation day programme was organised at 6 places across India. lets look at event.
Banglore
In bangalore region the Girls Proutist Day was celebrated on the 3rd of August successfully.
Over 50+ enthusiastic attendees attended and actively participated in the program.
We witnessed major participation, from outside the organization. Their enthusiasm, engagement, and joyful involvement made the programme truly memorable.
The program included garlanding of pratikriti of Baba by the key speaker Manjula Dayanand didi followed by screening of a short film on the philosophy of prout and role of girls in building a just society by deepeshwar dada and it’s explanation further by our speaker. cultural programs included singing of Prabhat sangeet and a dance recital by kaushiki. The speakers
Dr tapsi spoke on Yoga psychology and women. Whereas Manjula didi spoke on sociological evolution on women. This was followed by Games on social Dynamism and Group Discussion based on PROUT by (Reetu ji). Refreshment was offered to the guests after the programme concluded. The programme was well organized and anchored by deeptima didi
Kolkata
Girls Proutist Foundation Day celebrated in Kolkata dated 4th August.
On 4th August, the foundation day of the organization was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Girls Proutist Center in Kolkata. For the liberation of the women, this organization was started on 4th August 1978 in Patna, Bihar by Shri Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar.(Sri Sri Anandamurti ji)On this occasion, members of Girls Proutist from different parts of West Bengal gathered to make the festival grand successfull. In the morning, Avadhutika Ananda Desna lit the Mangal lamp and garlanded the portrait of Marg Guru and Prout founder Shri Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar, Prout music was performed by Avadhutika Anand Devasree.,Devashri didi from Bangladesh, she sang 4-5 songs.
Then, Avadhutika Anand Desna PROUT gave her valuable speech on the history of the emergence of PROUT, the importance of PROUT and the contribution of the Marg Guru. Anand Desna said in her speech that in the world today, the excesses of religious beliefs in the name of religion, immorality in the name of politics, extreme nationalism in the name of patriotism, and the fragmentation of the unbroken human society have made it very difficult for people to survive in this world. PROUT wants everyone in the world to be everyone’s relative, no one is hateful, no one is despised, to be loved equally as much as the morning, no one’s problem is a problem of one, every problem is a problem of the world and humanity. This is the path of PROUT today. Everyone was mesmerized by the morning music in the sweet voice of Anand Devashree. After that, Kirtan Sadhana and Guru Puja were combined. After breakfast, a morning music dance performance was organized, and everyone was mesmerized by the dance of the dancers. A procession will be taken out from 4 pm to 6 pm. This colorful procession will include street meetings and discussions on PROUT in areas such as Ruby More Bijan Setu, Garhihat, Golpark, Ballygunge Outpost, Tiljala, VIP Bazar, etc. Avadhutika Ananda Dyotanana and Anand Deshana will speak at various street meetings. Dyotana didi was shouting slogan continuously for 2 hours from 4 to 6. Police permission was taken before meeting.
Delhi – NCR
GP Foundation Day Celebrated at Sambodhi School, Greater Noida – 04.08.2025
The GP Foundation Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Sambodhi School, Greater Noida, on August 4, 2025. The event commenced with a floral tribute to Baba’s photograph, followed by a soulful rendition of Prabhat Samgiita by Katyayani Didi.
The chief guest for the occasion was Swaran Lata Didi, National Secretary of Pragatisheel Mahila Samaj and founder of Didi Ki Rasoi, who travelled from West Delhi to inspire the children. In her address, she emphasized the importance of food as a fundamental necessity of life.
Vani, National Secretary of GPYF, captivated the children with an engaging story and an interactive session that left a lasting impact. Prabha Agrawal Didi and Parul Didi also shared motivating words, encouraging the students to grow with purpose and positivity.
As a gesture of appreciation, saplings were presented to the chief guest and other dignitaries. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by the children, who also participated in a fun-filled musical chair game organized by Aradhana Didi.
Sweets were distributed among all the children, and a delicious lunch—prepared in the kitchen of Aradhana Didi—was served to the invited guests and school staff.
The entire event was smoothly managed under the dedicated coordination of Hitesh Dada.
Tishya Mathur didi, the member of Nari Adhbhudaya, had been the backbone to this programme.
The spirit of Baba’s teachings resonated throughout the celebration—truly a day of joy, inspiration, and service.
Mumbai
GP Foundation Day Celebrated at Trombay Club, Mumbai
Mumbai, August — The Girls Proutist (GP) Foundation Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Trombay Club, Mumbai, in a well-coordinated programme organized by the GP Mumbai team.
The event began with a floral tribute to the pratikriti of Shri P. R. Sarkar, followed by a graceful dance performance on a Prabhat Samgiita and a thought-provoking drama on social issues and the necessity of Prout, presented by Anukriti Didi.
Chief Guest Mrs. Sweta and Avtk. Anand Prabha Didi were felicitated by Mrs. Meera. The symposium featured engaging lectures on a variety of topics: “Prout and GP Roles” by Meetu Singh, “The Role of Women in a Progressive Society” by Anand Prabha Didi, “Yoga and Elements of Ashtanga Yoga” by Meera Didi, “Natural Remedies for Women” by Dr. Ashwini, and “Cosmic Brotherhood” by Jayashree Jadhav. The intellectually vibrant audience, many from non-Margi backgrounds, were deeply engrossed and appreciated both the philosophy and the style of presentation.
The programme concluded with guided meditation, a Kaoshikii demonstration, and a heartfelt poem presentation by Sujata Didi. GP Rajani Didi skillfully anchored the event, ensuring smooth transitions and a cohesive flow. Special Guest Mumbai Bhukti Pradhan Dhyanesh Dada also graced the occasion with his presence.
Bilaspur Chhattisgarh
GP Day Celebrated in Bilaspur with Enthusiastic Participation
Bilaspur, 04/08 — The Girls Proutist (GP) Day celebrations in Bilaspur were held in a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the residence of Nirmala Didi, who graciously hosted the event for all invited guests.
The programme commenced against the backdrop of a banner proudly announcing the occasion. Proceedings began with the offering of a garland to Shri P. R. Sarkar, followed by the soulful rendition of Prabhat Samgiita.
A vibrant and intellectually engaged audience—comprising youth from diverse professional backgrounds—came together to participate in an in-depth, interactive discussion on women’s issues in society. The exchange saw active contributions from all attendees, who played equal roles as speakers and attentive listeners.
Nirmala Didi shared her insights on the challenges faced by women, offering perspectives through the lens of PROUT (Progressive Utilization Theory).
The programme, which began at 3:00 p.m., continued uninterrupted until 8:00 p.m., concluding with refreshments for all participants. Guests expressed their heartfelt appreciation and requested that such gatherings be organized regularly.
Grateful for the overwhelming response, Nirmala Didi offered pranam to Baba, acknowledging His grace in making her humble effort such a resounding success.
Bhuvaneshvar (Odisha)
GP day at Bhuvaneshwar 04 August.
A Symposium on the restoration of female dignity on ‘Girls PROUTIST Day’.
Bhubaneswar, August 4, 2025: Today, Girl PROUTIST Day was celebrated by the leading women’s organization ‘Girls PROUTIST’ at the local Lohiya Academy. Successful female leaders, thinkers and social workers who have made special contributions in various fields of society participated in the seminar titled ‘Restoration of Female Dignity, Empowerment for a Glorious Future’ organized on this occasion and presented their valuable views.
According to the great sage, philosopher and spiritual Guru Shri Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar the founder of the alternative socio-economic ideology Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT) and the founder of Girls PROUTIST, men and women are children of the same Supreme Father. Men and women are the beneficiaries of society in terms of life, freedom and expression. He said, “The essence of life is not just to survive, but to live for a greater purpose.” He promoted the physical, economic, mental and spiritual development of women, and called for equal partnership between men and women, not subservient partnership. He condemned the exploitation and psycho-Economic oppression of women in history, and proposed to eliminate all forms of religious intolerance by providing free education, socio-spiritual equality and economic security to women.
The cultural programme, which included the welcome song PRABHAT SAMGIIT,composed by Shri Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar enthralled everyone present.
Finally, a collective pledge was taken to work together against all forms of prejudice, exploitation and oppression of women. Girls Preachers appeal to everyone to join this movement to empower women through education, economic freedom, and spiritual development, and to eliminate the symbols of religious intolerance and slavery.
The chief guest was Professor Aparajita Vishal, The keynote speaker was Aparna Nayak, The guest of honor was Entrepreneur Snachi Samantray, and the social worker Anita Sawat, who inspired everyone with their effective skills in the discussion. The Odisha State Talent Fair, which was held as the Kalinga Kanya, and the industrialists and social workers in various fields, Subhashri Das, and Sharada Mohapatra, were honored.
Today’s program was successfully organized under the leadership of main Girl Proutist Odisha branch, Snehalata Das Pati, coordinator Anusuya Patra, associate by Rajshri Biswal, and the successful management of women leaders Snehamayi Lenka, Gitanjali Swain, Vijayalakshmi Das, Supriti Mohanty, Kavita Samantaray, Kalita Mohapatra, Prabhasini Samantaray, Mamata Raut, Prajatsi Nayak, Indrani Sankhari, and Ashapulya Cast.
Though the programme was organised by GP, but we cant forget the support of all margi brothers and sisters, who came forward to make the programme successful.
Celebration didn’t end here
To continue with GP day, on the very next day food was distributed to 200 people at Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, Mumbai, an initiative taken by GP Sujata Didi. And on the very third day Yoga and Kaoshikii workshop was organised by GP Anukriti in Mumbai, where a good number girls took initiation from Anand Prabha didi.
This GP day has created lots of memories and may Baba helps us to celebrate many more events together with laughter and fun.
Diptima Bhowmik
