Announcements

The Sai Mandir is open for devotees to visit from 9am to 9.30pm. The Merton Sai Centre live stream the Sunday bhajans from 3pm to 4pm via the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/SaiMandir and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SaiMandirUK.

Announcements made on the 7th of September 2025

  1. The Region 1 Bal Vikas Gurus training for foundation level is taking place on Saturday, 13th September from 10am to 4pm, at the Sai Mandir. This is open to all the parents, teaching assistants, Gurus and any interested volunteers. For further details, please speak to Sister Dina.
  2. The National Sai Smaran Bhajan will be held in Region 1 on Saturday, 20th September, from 10am to 4:30pm at John Fisher School in Purley. Regular lead singers and instrumentalists are requested to send their recordings to the Region 1 Spiritual Coordinator by 8th Participants can register their attendance via the link.
  3. The Navarathri celebrations will be held in the Sai Mandir with daily bhajans from 7 pm to 8pm, starting 22nd September until 1st October, and a special bhajan for Vijayadasami on Thursday, 2nd October. If you would like to take part in the celebrations, please contact Brother Manoraj.
  4. As part of Swami’s 100th Birthday Celebrations, Merton Sai Centre invites devotees to join the Sri Sathya Sai Laksharchana on Saturday, 4th October, from 9am to 12noon at the Sai Mandir. This sacred event, featuring the chanting of Swami’s 108 Names, is open to female participants only, and prior registration is required via this link.
  5. In loving gratitude for Swami’s 100th Birthday, Merton Sai Centre will be holding a Sri Sathya Sai Liquid Love – Blood Donation Drive at the Sai Mandir. To donate, participants must be generally fit and well, and aged between 17 and 65. If you are willing to donate, please register your interest using the link here; further details will be shared in due course.

Announcements made on the 15th of June 2025

  • The Annual Region 1 Family Values and Sports Day, hosted by the Wimbledon Sai Centre, will take place on Saturday, 28th June, from 12 noon to 5pm at Malmesbury Primary School in Morden. The day promises to be fun-filled, with a variety of activities for both children and adults. All are welcome.
  • The Region 1 Guru Poornima celebrations, hosted by the Bromley Sai Centre, will take place on Saturday, 5th July, from 5pm to 7:30pm. at Hayes Free Church in Bromley. The programme will include a musical performance by Sister Renu Gidoomal and a guest speech by Hari Krishna Prasad Gorrepati.
  • The National Prayers for Universal Peace, including the Rudra Homam, will be held at the Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple in Birmingham on Sunday, 6th July 2025, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. All are welcome.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative, devotees are encouraged to host bhajans in their homes. If you would like to offer a bhajan session at your house and require assistance with the arrangements, please speak to Brother Manoraj.
  • The Sai Organisation UK will be offering a range of service activities in India, as part of the Centenary Pilgrimage. These include Grama Seva by providing essential provisions to 500 families, and the distribution of stationery supplies to 300 school children. This opportunity is open to all devotees, whether or not they are joining the pilgrimage. For further details, please contact Brother Raju.

Announcements made on the 8th of June 2025

  • We are organising a Careers Day for Bal Vikas children, parents, and young adults on Sunday, 15th June, from 12 noon to 3:00 pm at the Sai Mandir. The afternoon will feature one-to-one career discussions with professionals from a wide range of fields. It promises to be a fun, inspiring, and eye-opening experience for both children and parents. All are welcome!
  • The Annual Region 1 Family Values and Sports Day, hosted by the Wimbledon Sai Centre, will take place on Saturday, 28th June, from 12 noon to 5pm at Malmesbury Primary School in Morden. The day promises to be fun-filled, with a variety of activities for both children and adults. All are welcome!
  • The National Prayers for Universal Peace, including the Rudra Homam, will be held at the Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple in Birmingham on Sunday, 6th July 2025, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Registration is required. For further details, please contact Brother Manoraj.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative, devotees are encouraged to host bhajans in their homes. If you would like to offer a bhajan session at your house and require assistance with the arrangements, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • As part of the Centenary Pilgrimage, the Sai Organisation UK will be offering a range of service activities in India. These include Grama Seva by providing essential provisions to 500 families, and the distribution of stationery supplies to 300 school children. This opportunity is open to all devotees, whether or not they are joining the pilgrimage in person. For further details, please contact Brother Raju.

Announcements made on the 11th of May 2025

  • The National Easwaramma Day takes place on Saturday 17 May, from 10:30am to 4.30pm at the Grange Academy in Bushey. The programme for the day will include the children’s procession and pledge ceremony, multi-faith prayers, group devotional singing, performances and outdoor activities. All are encouraged to attend. If you need transport or further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • The Centre’s Annual Active Members’ Meeting will take place in this Mandir on Sunday, the 18th of May, from 4:30pm to 6pm. The meeting will include reports and presentations on the recent activities. All are welcome.
  • The Centre will be welcoming elderly guests, for an evening tea party, as part of the Age Link programme, on Sunday, the 25th of May, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm. If you’re interested in performing or helping out, please speak to Brother Raju or Brother Sairaj.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, and in celebration of Swami’s centenary, we are organising monthly bhajan practice sessions for adults at the Sai Mandir. These sessions are especially open to those who are new to bhajan singing. The first session will take place today at 4:30pm in the upper hall.
Announcements made on the 4th of May 2025
  • The Centre’s Easwaramma Day celebrations will take place at the Sai Mandir, on Tuesday, 6th May from 7pm to 9pm. The programme will include Bal Vikas children’s special bhajan and a beautiful play on Swami’s wondrous life. All are welcome.
  • The Centre’s Annual Active Members’ Meeting will take place in this Mandir on Sunday, the 18th of May, from 4:30pm to 6pm. The meeting will include reports and presentations on recent activities. All are welcome to attend.
  • The Centre will be welcoming elderly guests, for an evening tea party, as part of the Age Link programme, on Sunday, the 25th of May, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm. If you’re interested in performing or helping out, please speak to Brother Raju.
Announcements made on the 27th of April 2025
  • The Centre’s Easwaramma Day celebrations will take place at the Sai Mandir, on Tuesday, 6th May from 7pm to 9pm. The programme will include Bal Vikas children’s special bhajan and a play on Swami’s wondrous life. All are welcome.
  • The National Easwaramma Day will take place on Saturday 17 May, from 10:30am to 4.30pm at the Grange Academy in Bushey. For further details, please see the noticeboard.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative by the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, in celebration of our beloved Swami’s Centenary, devotees are encouraged to host bhajans in their homes. If you would like to offer a bhajan session at your house and require assistance with the arrangements, kindly contact Brother Raju or Brother Manoraj.
Announcements made on the 13th of April 2025
  • The Tamil and Sinhala New Year will be celebrated with a special bhajan at this Mandir, on Monday, 14th April from 7 pm to 8 pm. All are welcome.
  • The Region 1 Sri Sathya Sai Aradhana Mahotsavam will take place at this Mandir, from 6 pm to 12 midnight, on Thursday, 24th April. The programme will include Vedam, Ashtothram, one of the Sai Pancharatna Kritis and a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • As part of the Centenary Celebrations, the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council is pleased to invite expressions of interest from Young Adults and Adults to contribute articles for a special Centenary Magazine, which will be released as an offering on Swami’s Birthday. In addition, the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre invites devotees to share their video greetings and wishes for the Divine Centenary Celebrations. For further details, please contact Brother Raju.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative by the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, in celebration of our beloved Swami’s Centenary, devotees are encouraged to host bhajans in their homes. If you would like to offer a bhajan session at your house and require assistance with the arrangements, kindly contact Brother Manoraj.
Announcements made on the 23rd of March 2025
  • This Easter, let’s spread love, kindness, and generosity by bringing joy to those in need through donations of Easter eggs to charities and hospitals throughout South London. If you would like to donate, please bring the Easter eggs to the Sai Mandir by Sunday, 6th For further details, please contact Brother Sairaj or Sister Janani.
  • The national sadhana meeting will take place on Saturday, 5th April, in Watford. It is mandatory for pilgrimage registrants but open to all. It’s a great opportunity to come together in Sai’s name and prepare for the journey ahead. For more information, contact Brother Sakthi.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative by the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, in celebration of Swami’s centenary, if you’d like to host a bhajan at your home – whether for a regular gathering or a special occasion like a birthday – and need assistance with the arrangements, please speak to Brother Manoraj.
  • The Zone 6 of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council has launched a VHS Archival and Restoration Project to preserve Swami’s darshans and discourses for future generations. VHS tapes can be sent to a central UK address for digital conversion. For more details, contact Brother Mano.
  • The National Easwaramma Day will take place on Saturday, the 17th of May in Bushey, and the Rudra Homam for Universal Peace will take place on Sunday, the 6th of July in Dudley. Please save the dates.
Announcements made on the 16th of March 2025
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, and as part of Swami’s centenary celebrations, if you would like to organise a bhajan at your house—whether for a usual gathering or a special occasion such as a birthday—and need help arranging it, please speak to Brother Manoraj, who would be happy to help organise it.
  • Swami’s darshans, discourses, and sacred moments are treasures to be preserved for future generations. To safeguard these priceless memories, Zone 6 of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council has launched a VHS Archival and Restoration Project. VHS tapes featuring Swami can be sent to a central address in the UK for digital conversion to digital files. If you wish to contribute your VHS tapes, please contact Brother Mano for more details.
  • The National Easwaramma Day will take place on Saturday, the 17th of May in Bushey, and the Rudra Homam for Universal Peace will take place on Sunday, the 6th of July in Dudley. Please save the dates.
Announcements made on the 9th of March 2025
  1. The Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK is conducting a Medical Camp in Nepal from 24th to 31st March, providing essential healthcare and service to three locations. Alongside free medical treatment, we will support local communities through Narayan Seva, education, and environmental initiatives. Please join this seva by practicing Ceiling on Desires and contributing towards this noble cause. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
  2. As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, and as part of Swami’s centenary celebrations, if you would like to organise a bhajan at your house—whether for a usual gathering or a special occasion such as a birthday—and need help arranging it, please speak to Brother Sairaj, who would be delighted to help organise it.
  3. Swami’s darshans, discourses, and sacred moments are treasures to be preserved for future generations. To safeguard these priceless memories, Zone 6 of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council has launched a VHS Archival and Restoration Project. VHS tapes featuring Swami can be sent to a central address in the UK for digital conversion to digital files. If you wish to contribute your VHS tapes, please contact Brother Mano for more details.
  4. The National Easwaramma Day will take place on Saturday, the 17th of May in Bushey, and the Rudra Homam for Universal Peace will take place on Sunday, the 6th of July in Dudley. Please save the dates.
Announcements made on the 2nd of March 2025
  • The Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK is conducting a Medical Camp in Nepal from 24th to 31st March, providing essential healthcare and service to three locations. Alongside free medical treatment, we will support local communities through Narayan Seva, education, and environmental initiatives. Please join this seva by practicing Ceiling on Desires and contributing towards this noble cause. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • As part of the 1008 House and Community Bhajans initiative of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK, and as part of Swami’s centenary celebrations, if you would like to organise a bhajan at your house—whether for a usual gathering or a special occasion such as a birthday—and need help arranging it, please speak to Brother Sairaj, the centre’s Joint Youth Coordinator, who would be delighted to help organise it.
  • As we all know, the teachings and divine presence of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba have touched millions worldwide. His darshans, discourses, and sacred moments are treasures to be preserved for future generations. To safeguard these priceless memories, Zone 6 of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council has launched a VHS Archival and Restoration Project. VHS tapes featuring Swami can be sent to a central address in the UK for digital conversion to digital files. If you wish to contribute your VHS tapes, please complete this form via https://forms.gle/A8UVscYznnXA3rBQ8 .
Announcements made on the 9th of February 2025
  • We are blessed with the opportunity to enjoy a special musical programme by Sri Kavalam Sreekumar this evening at 5:30 pm. Sri Kavalam Sreekumar is a renowned classical musician and composer from Kerala, who has been blessed with numerous opportunities to offer his music in the immediate Divine Presence. He will be accompanied by Sri A.G.A. Gnanasundaram on the violin and Sri A. Somasundara Desigar on the mridangam. All are welcome to stay and immerse themselves in this soulful musical offering.
  • Devotees are lovingly invited to the Pilgrimage 2025 Region 1 Sadhana Meeting, combined with the Regional Office Bearers’ and Active Workers’ Conference. This special gathering will take place on Saturday, 22 February, from 10:30 am to 4:45 pm at this Sai Mandir. The Sadhana Meeting is open to all devotees, whether or not they are participating in the pilgrimage. The registration form can be found here. Please register through the link to confirm attendance, by Sunday 16 February.
Announcements made on the 12th of January 2025
  • The Makara Sankranthi / Thai Pongal will be celebrated in this Mandir on Tuesday, 14th January from 7pm to 8pm with a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • To begin Swami’s centenary year at Merton Sai Centre, we are blessed with the opportunity to enjoy a special musical programme by Sri Kavalam Sreekumar, on Sunday, 9th February. The event will start with a special bhajan from 3 to 4:30pm, featuring a devotional song. This will be followed by an evening of beautiful, spiritual music, by Sri Kavalam Sreekumar, from 5:30 to 7pm. All are welcome.
  • The National Office Bearers and Active Workers Conference will take place on Saturday, the 1st of February 2024, from 10am until 4:30pm in Stratford, East London. The Conference is a great opportunity for Office Bearers and Active Workers to come together and be informed of the work and the importance of the Organisation which is there for the spiritual upliftment of each one of us. The registration link can be accessed via this link.
  • The UK National Council have organised UK Centenary Pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam from 28th July to 3rd August 2025. Registration closes on 28th February 2025 for Bal Vikas children and the parents, and 30th April 2025 for others. If at this stage, you are unsure whether you will be joining the pilgrimage or not, it is recommended that you still join the Sadhana meetings. The first Sadhana meeting will be held on Wednesday, the 15th of January at 8pm via Zoom. Please speak to Brother Raju for further details.
  • The registration for doctors, health care professionals and the general volunteers is now open for both the Guru Purnima and Birthday Medical Camps in Prasanthi Nilayam. The Guru Purnima Medical Camp takes place between 7th and 11th of July and the Birthday Medial Camp takes place between 8th and 24th Please register by the 1st of March 2025, and the registration links can be found below:
Announcements made on the 5th of January 2025
  • The Makara Sankranthi / Thai Pongal will be celebrated in this Mandir on Tuesday, 14th January from 7pm to 8pm with a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • The National Office Bearers and Active Workers Conference will take place on Saturday, the 1st of February 2024, from 10am until 4:30pm in Stratford, East London. The Conference is a great opportunity for Office Bearers and Active Workers to come together and be informed of the work and the importance of the Organisation which is there for the spiritual upliftment of each one of us. The registration link can be accessed via this link.
  • The UK National Council have organised UK Centenary Pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam from 28th July to 3rd August 2025. Registration closes on 28th February 2025 for Bal Vikas children and the parents, and 30th April 2025 for others. If at this stage, you are unsure whether you will be joining the pilgrimage or not, it is recommended that you still join the Sadhana meetings. The first Sadhana meeting will be held on Wednesday, the 15th of January at 8pm via Zoom. Please speak to Brother Raju for further details.
  • The registration for doctors, health care professionals and the general volunteers is now open for both the Guru Purnima and Birthday Medical Camps in Prasanthi Nilayam. The Guru Purnima Medical Camp takes place between 7th and 11th of July and the Birthday Medial Camp takes place between 8th and 24th Please register by the 1st of March 2025, and the registration links can be found below:
Announcements made on the 1st of January 2025
  • The Centre is coordinating relief efforts to provide food and dry rations to families affected by the recent floods in Sri Lanka. For more information or to support this project, please speak to Brother Raju or email merton@srisathyasai.org.uk.
  • The centre will once again be working with Faith In Action (a local charity) in helping run a winter night shelter for homeless people in the London borough of Merton. The project will take place every Wednesday from the 22nd of January till the 5th of March. Volunteers are required to help with the preparation and serving of food, which will take place at a local church in South Wimbledon. Volunteers are required to register their interest by the 4th January via the registration form at saimandir.org.uk/announcements. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • The registration for doctors, health care professionals and the general volunteers is now open for both the Guru Purnima and Birthday Medical Camps in Prasanthi Nilayam. The Guru Purnima Medical Camp takes place between 7th and 11th of July and the Birthday Medial Camp takes place between 8th and 24th Please register by the 1st of March 2025, and the registration links can be found here:
  • The UK National Council announced the UK and European Centenary Pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam from 28th July to 3rd August 2025. Devotees are invited to join. Registration closes on 28th February 2025 for Bal Vikas children and the parents, and 30th April 2025 for others. Please visit srisathyasai.org.uk for further details.
  • On behalf of Merton Sai Centre and Shree Ghanapathy Temple, we extend our warmest wishes to all for a peaceful, happy, and prosperous New Year.
Announcements made on 22th December 2024
  • Sri Lanka is currently experiencing severe floods, resulting in multiple fatalities and the displacement of thousands of people. Merton Sai Centre is coordinating relief efforts to provide essential supplies, such as food and water. If you would like to support this project, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • Merton Sai Centre’s Christmas Celebrations will take place at this Mandir on Wednesday, 25th December, from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. The programme will include Bhajans, a Bal Vikas children’s Christmas play, and Christmas carols. All are welcome.
  • The Centre’s New Year’s Eve Celebrations will take place at this Mandir on Tuesday, 31st December, starting at 10:45pm and concluding with Mangala Arathi at midnight. All are welcome.
  • The Centre’s New Year Celebrations and the 44th Anniversary of Sai Mandir Inauguration will be held in this Mandir on Wednesday, the 1st of January, from 2pm to 4:30pm. The programme will include Homam, Sri Sathya Sai Sahasranama Archanai, and a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • We need volunteers on Tuesday, the 31st of December, from 9am to 1 am to assist with vegetable cutting in preparation for the New Year celebrations at the Temple and the Sai Mandir. If you are available to help, please bring a cutting board and a knife. For more information, please speak to Brother Jeyakara.
  • The centre will once again be working with Faith In Action (a local charity) in helping run a winter night shelter for homeless people in the London borough of Merton. The project will take place every Wednesday from the 22nd of January till the 5th of March. Volunteers are required to help with the preparation and serving of food, which will take place at a local church in South Wimbledon. Volunteers are required to register their interest by the 4th January via the registration form. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
Announcements made on 15th December 2024
  • Sri Lanka is currently experiencing severe floods, resulting in multiple fatalities and the displacement of thousands of people. Merton Sai Centre is organising relief efforts to provide essential supplies, such as food and water. If you would like to support this project, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • Merton Sai Centre’s Christmas Celebrations will take place at this Mandir on Wednesday, 25th December, from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. The programme will include Bhajans, a Bal Vikas children’s Christmas play, and Christmas carols. All are welcome.
  • The Centre’s New Year’s Eve Celebrations will take place at this Mandir on Tuesday, 31st December, starting at 10:45pm and concluding with Mangala Arathi at midnight. All are welcome.
  • The centre will once again be working with Faith In Action (a local charity) in helping run a winter night shelter for homeless people in the London borough of Merton. The project will take place every Wednesday from the 22nd of January till the 5th of March. Volunteers are required to help with the preparation and serving of food, which will take place at a local church in South Wimbledon. Volunteers are required to register their interest by the 4th January and the registration link can be accessed via this form. For further details or if you would like to be involved, please speak to Sister Janani or Brother Raju.
  • The National Council of the UK has announced the upcoming UK and European Centenary Pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam, taking place from 28th July to 3rd August 2025. Registration closes on 28th February 2025 for Bal Vikas children and their parents, and on 30th April 2025 for all other devotees. For full details of the pilgrimage, please visit srisathyasai.org.uk.
Announcements made on 1st December 2024
  • We are supporting the Salvation Army by collecting new gifts for children aged 8-12. If you’d like to help bring joy to a disadvantaged child this Christmas, please drop off your gift at the Sai Mandir by Sunday, 8th December.
  • We are collecting items for Christmas Hampers, for the elderly, living in local areas, as well as for a local foodbank, which serves individuals who are experiencing severe hardship. If you would like to contribute some items, please speak to one of the seva team members, to obtain a list of required items. Please bring your contributions to the Sai Mandir by Sunday, the 8th of December.
  • The National Christmas Celebrations will take place on Saturday, 14th December from 11am to 4pm, at the Samuel Cody Sports College in Farnborough. The programme includes Christmas Service, Children’s Nativity play, and the Christmas songs. The registration link can be found at https://forms.gle/4rcZhsFxsF5y5YBu6.
  • The National Council of the United Kingdom has announced the upcoming UK and European (Zone 6) Centenary Pilgrimage to our spiritual home, Prasanthi Nilayam. We warmly invite all devotees across the UK to join this sacred pilgrimage, which will take place from 28th July to 3rd August 2025. Registration closes on 28th February 2025 for Bal Vikas children and their parents, and on 30th April 2025 for all other devotees. For full details of the pilgrimage, please visit our website at srisathyasai.org.uk/national-pilgrimage-2025.
Announcements made on 17th November 2024
  • The Ladies Day will be celebrated in this Mandir on Tuesday, 19th November from 7pm to 8.30pm. The programme will include a special bhajan led by the ladies and a guest speech. All are welcome.
  • Swami’s 99th Birthday celebrations will be held at this Mandir on Saturday, the 23rd of November. The morning programme will take place from 6am to 12noon and will include the Sri Sathya Sai Suprabhatham, as well as Nagara Sankeerthan, followed by the Rudra Abhisheikam and Ekadasha Rudra chanting. The evening programme will take place from 6:30pm to 9:00pm and will feature an oonjal song, a special bhajan and birthday cake cutting. If you would like to bring prasadam for the celebrations, please speak to Brother Mano or Brother Ravi. All are welcome.
Announcements made on 3rd November 2024
  • Merton Sai Centre will host the Region 1 Akhanda Bhajan for 24 hours in this Mandir, from 6pm on Saturday, the 9th of November until 6pm on Sunday, the 10th of November. All are welcome.
  • The Ladies Day will be celebrated in this Mandir on Tuesday, 19th November from 7pm to 8.30pm. The programme will include a special bhajan led by the ladies and a guest speech. All are welcome.
  • Swami’s 99th Birthday celebrations will be held at this Mandir on Saturday, the 23rd of November. The morning programme will take place from 6am to 12noon and will include 21 Omkaram, Sri Sathya Sai Suprabhatham, Sri Sathya Sai Ashtottaram, Sai Gayathri and Nagara Sankeerthan. Rudra Abhishekam and Ekadasha Rudra chanting will take place from 8am to 12noon. The evening programme will take place from 6:30pm to 9:00pm and will feature vedam, an oonjal song, a special bhajan, a devotional song, the birthday song, cake cutting and the Mangala Arathi. If you would like to bring prasadam for the celebrations, please speak to Brother Mano or Brother Ravi. All are welcome.
Announcements made on 6th October 2024
  • Navarathri is being celebrated in the Sai Mandir, until Friday, 11th October, with a daily bhajan, from 7pm to 8pm. Vijaya Dasami will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th October, from 7pm to 8pm. All are welcome to attend each day. If you would like to participate in the bhajan on a particular day (either with singing or bringing Prasadam), please let us know.
  • Avatar Declaration Day will be celebrated in the Mandir with a special bhajan on Sunday, the 20th of October from 3pm to 4pm. All are welcome.
  • The National Birthday Celebrations, celebrating the 99th year of Swami’s Advent will take place on Saturday, the 2nd of November, from 10am until 4:30pm in Southborough High School in Surbiton. This year, we are extremely fortunate to have Sai Surendranath Sir, as our guest speaker. He an esteemed alumnus of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, who has the rare distinction of being part of the first batch of B.Com and M.Com students at Swami’s University. Please register for the event as soon as possible via this link.
  • The Sai Organisation UK is blessed with the opportunity to conduct a Medical Camp in Nepal, from the 24th of March 2025 to 1st of April 2025. We are inviting medical professionals, healthcare professionals and general volunteers to join in this medical mission to provide essential healthcare services to underserved communities in three remote regions of the country. Registration will close on the 1st of December 2024 and register via this link.
Announcements made on 22nd September 2024
  • Navarathri will be celebrated in the Sai Mandir, from Thursday, 3rd October, until Friday, 11th October, with a daily bhajan, from 7pm to 8pm. Vijaya Dasami will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th October. All are welcome to attend each day. If you would like to participate in the bhajan on a particular day (either with singing or bringing Prasadam), please let us know.
  • We are supporting Wimbledon Foodbank, which is looking for a few items urgently, including UHT Milk, Soup Tinned or Packet, Pasta Sauce, Biscuits Sweet & Savory and Snacks & Treats. If anyone wishes to donate, please bring them to the Sai Mandir by the 6th of October.
  • The Sai Organisation UK is blessed with the opportunity to conduct a Medical Camp at Prasanthi Nilayam from 18th to 25th November 2024. The camp is open to both medical and non-medical volunteers. The registration form can be accessed via saimandir.org.uk/announcements.
  • The Sai Organisation UK is pleased to announce another Medical Camp in Nepal during March 2025. The camp is scheduled to take place from 24th March and will run over a 9-day period, which will include travelling between locations. Registration details will be provided in due course.
  • The Sai Organisation UK is delighted to announce a pilgrimage to Puttaparthi next year to celebrate Swami’s 100th year. The pilgrimage will take place from 28th July to 3rd August inclusive. Further details will follow in the next few weeks, please save the dates!
Announcements made on 25th August 2024
  1. Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations will take place in this Mandir with a special bhajan on Monday, 26th August from 7pm to 8pm. All are welcome.
  2. The Region 1 Sathsang with Amey Deshpande will take place in this Mandir on Saturday, 7th September from 6:45pm to 8:30pm. Amey has spoken several times in the presence of Bhagawan and has been a part of the Prasanthi Bhajan Group since 2003. Registration is required for all attendees. Registration Form is here.
  3. The National Sai Smaran event, offering our deepest gratitude and love in the form of Bhajans to Swami, will take place on Saturday, 14th September, from 10am to 4:30pm at the Royal Wooton Bassett Academy in Swindon. The deadline for bhajan submissions is extended to Sunday, 1st September. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju. Registration Form is here.
  4. The National Prayers for Universal Peace with the Rudra Homam and Musical Offering will take place at the Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple in Birmingham on Sunday, the 22nd of September from 8:30am until 4:30pm. All are welcome. Registration Form is here.
  5. The Sai Organisation is blessed with the opportunity to conduct a medical camp at Prasanthi Nilayam from 18th to 25th November 2024. The camp is open to both medical and non-medical volunteers. If you are interested in taking part, the registration forms can be accessed by the medical and non-medical volunteers.
Announcements made on 18th August 2024
  1. Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations will take place in this Mandir with a special bhajan on Monday, the 26th of August from 7pm to 8pm. All are welcome.
  2. The National Sai Smaran event, which offers our deepest gratitude and love in the form of Bhajans to our Beloved Bhagawan, will take place on Saturday, the 14th September, from 10am to 4:30pm at the Royal Wooton Bassett Academy in Swindon. The registration link can be accessed via this form.
  3. The Sri Sathya Sai Global Council is blessed with an opportunity to conduct a Medical camp at Prasanthi Nilayam, from 18th to 25th November 2024. The camp is open to medical as well as non-medical volunteers. If you are interested in taking part, the registration forms can be accessed by the medical and non-medical volunteers.
Announcements made on 9th June 2024
  • The Sai Mandir is hosting an Interfaith Scriptural Reasoning event, on Wednesday, 19th June at 7:30pm. We will be welcoming and providing refreshments for about 30 people from other faiths, so help would be needed. If you are able to support, please speak to Sister Geetha.
  • Region 1 of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK is inviting everyone to the Family Values and Sports Day 2024, which is taking place on Saturday, 29 June, from 12noon until 5pm, at the Malmesbury Primary School, in Morden. Please see the noticeboard for the registration link.
  • The temple will be hosting 4th community health clinic on Sunday, 7th July, from 10am until 2pm in the Sai Mandir, where we will be offering help and advice on general health, weight management and long-term health conditions. All are welcome to attend.
  • We will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sai Mahima 1 in the Sai Mandir, on Sunday, the 14th of July from 1pm to 6pm with music, bhajans and talks. All are welcome.
  • The UK National Sai Retreat 2024 will take place on Saturday, 31st August and Sunday, 1st September 2024 in Leicester. The event promises to be a spiritually uplifting experience, given the high calibre of guest speakers such as Dr Amey Deshpande from Prasanthi Bhajan Group. There is limited capacity so it is important that you register as early as possible, and places will only be guaranteed upon receipt of payment. Please note that the retreat is not suitable for children under 14 years old. For further details, please see the noticeboard.
Announcements made on 2nd June 2024
  • Region 1 of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK is inviting everyone to the Family Values and Sports Day 2024, which is taking place on Saturday, 29 June, from 12noon until 5pm, at the Malmesbury Primary School, in Morden. This fun-filled event promotes the five basic human values for Bal Vikas children, parents, and teachers. Please register via this link.
  • We will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sai Mahima 1 in the Sai Mandir, on Sunday, 14th of July from 1pm to 6pm with music, bhajans and talks. Further details will be shared in due course. Please save the date.
Announcements made on 12th May 2024
  • With Swami’s grace, we are blessed with an exciting opportunity after many years to conduct a UK medical camp from 15th to 17h July 2024 in villages near Puttaparthi in India. We encourage medical doctors, healthcare professionals and general volunteers to support these UK medical camps. Feasibility of the medical camp will be subject to the number of people who register. Registration will close on Thursday 16th May 2024. Once registered, an email confirmation with further details will be sent to you. For further details, please speak to Brother Raju.
  • A national blood donation drive was launched in order to encourage devotees to lovingly donate blood. This service has been a staple of the Sai Organisation for a number of years and is affectionately known as, “Liquid Love”. If you would like to participate in the drive, please contact our seva coordinator, Brother Mano, who will add you to the Liquid Love WhatsApp Group where the national team will share further information.
Announcements made on 28th April 2024
  • The Bal Vikas (SSE) children of Merton Sai Centre invite you to participate in their offering to Mother Easwaramma, as they share with you the story of our Beloved Swamy’s birth and childhood – through bhajans, plays and dance. Please join us on Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May at 3pm in the Sai Mandir, on this most holy of days.
  • Sri Sathya Sai Organisation UK is excited to launch the Sai Shakti Series, an initiative to help women to delve into Swami’s teachings on women. The initiative is aimed at women of all ages, and the introductory Zoom meeting will be held on the 1st of May at 8pm. The Zoom link will be sent to all those who registered. Please register via this online form.
Announcements made on 21st April 2024
  • The Centre’s Easwaramma Day will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, the 6th of May, from 3pm to 5pm. The programme will include the Bal Vikas (SSE) children’s bhajan and a play, which will cover the beautiful life of Swamy, whose only purpose has been a life of unlimited love, sweetness and service. All are welcome.
  • On 2nd April 2024, with Swamy’s divine blessings, Sri Sathya Sai Organisation United Kingdom was formally registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). We are currently in a transitional period until we are fully operational via the CIO; in the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact the Centre president, Brother Raju.
Announcements made on 14th April 2024
  • The Rama Navami celebrations will take place in this Mandir on Wednesday, the 17th of April from 7pm to 8pm, with a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • The Region 1 Aradhana Mahotsavam will take place in the Sai Mandir, on Wednesday, 24th April from 6pm until 12 midnight. The programme will include Vedam, prayers and bhajans. All are welcome.
  • The National Easwaramma Day will take place on Saturday, the 4th of May, from 10.30am to 4.30pm, at the Grange Academy in Bushey. The programme for the day will include the children’s procession and pledge ceremony, group devotional singing and performances.
Announcements made on 31st March 2024

On the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima, the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council Overseas Medical Committee is organising a medical camp in Prasanthi Nilayam from 18th-22nd July 2024.

Once the form is completed, a confirmation message will be sent with a link to join the WhatsApp group for updates related to the camp. This is a wonderful and blessed opportunity of selfless service to the needy. On a related note, we are planning a UK medical camp in three villages about an hour drive from Puttaparthi from 15-17 July 2024. As soon as the arrangements are finalised, a separate email will be sent with details of how to join.

Announcements made on 10th March 2024
  • The Region 1 Office Bearers and Active Workers Conference will take place in this Mandir on Saturday, 23rd March from 10am until 1pm. The conference will include talks and interactive workshops. All the Office Bearers and Active Workers are requested to attend. Please complete the registration via this form.
  • The Centre will be welcoming elderly guests, for an evening tea party, as part of the Age Link programme, on Sunday, the 24th of March, from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. If you’re interested in performing or helping out, please speak to Brother Sairaj.
  • The national Vedam learning programme aims to encourage spiritual sadhana through Vedam chanting. The course will comprise of a blend of online and face-to-face lessons, conducted at regional level, offering two classes: one for beginners and another for the more advanced participants. If you’re interested, the registration link can be accessed via this Link.
Announcements made on 25th February 2024
  • The Centre will be hosting the Region 1 Maha Shivarathri celebrations in this Mandir from 6pm on Friday, the 8th of March until 6am on Saturday, the 9th of March. All are welcome.
  • Sri Sathya Sai Global Young Adults Conference will be held in Prasanthi Nilayan from 12th to 14th July 2024. The registration link and further details can be found at sssgyac.com.
  • The nationwide Veda learning programme has been announced. The primary objective of this programme is to promote spiritual sadhana through Veda chanting at all levels. The course will comprise a blend of online and face-to-face lessons conducted at the regional level, offering two classes: one for beginners and another for more advanced participants. If you’re interested, the registration link can be accessed via this Link.
  • The National UK Retreat 2024 will take place in Leicester from Saturday, August 31st, to Sunday, September 1st. Registration details and further information about the event will be available soon.
Announcements made on 4th February 2024
  • The Centre’s Annual Active Members’ Meeting will take place in this Mandir on Sunday, the 11th of February, from 4:30pm to 6pm. The meeting will include reports and presentations on recent activities and the plans for 2024. All are welcome to attend.
  • Sri Sathya Sai Global Young Adults Conference will be held in Prasanthi Nilayan from 12th to 14th July 2024. The conference provides an opportunity for every young adult globally to come together to Reconnect, Recharge, and Rejoice in SAI Love. The registration link and further details can be found at sssgyac.com.
  • The National Poster & Poem Competition has been announced to mark the National Easwaramma Day. The competition is open to all Bal Vikas children, and should be based on the theme, “100 Years of Pure Love”. All entries must be submitted to the Bal Vikas (SSE) Coordinators by Sunday, the 10th of March.
  • The Centre will be celebrating the Easwaramma Day with Bal Vikas (SSE) children’s plays. If you are interested in taking part in the plays, please give your name to your class teacher by Sunday, the 18th of February.
  • We will have a study circle for parents of group 2 and group 3 children, on the first Sunday of each month, from 1:30pm to 2:30pm at the back of the temple. Please join the study circle taking place today.
Announcements made on 21st January 2024
  • The Region 1 Bal Vikas (SSE) teacher training for foundation level will take place in this Mandir on Saturday, the 27th of January from 10am until 4pm. This training is open to all the current Bal Vikas gurus, teaching assistants and the parents.
  • The National Office Bearers and Active Workers Conference will take place on Saturday, the 3rd of February 2024, from 10am until 4:30pm in Stratford, East London. The conference will consist of inspiring talks, a music programme and interactive workshops. The registration link can be accessed via Registration Form.
  • The Centre’s Annual Active Members’ Meeting will take place in this Mandir on Sunday, the 11th of February, from 4:30pm to 6pm. There will be presentations from all four wings of the Centre. All are welcome.
  • The National Poster & Poem Competition has been announced to mark the National Easwaramma Day. The competition is open to all Bal Vikas children, and should be based on the theme, “100 Years of Pure Love.” The winning poster will be used for the flyer to announce this year’s National Easwaramma Day programme. The winning poem will be displayed on the SSSO UK website and social media platforms. Each entry must be supplied with the child’s full name, age, Centre and Region. All entries must be submitted to the Bal Vikas (SSE) Coordinator by Sunday 10th March.
Announcements made on 7th January 2024
  • Makara Sankranthi / Thai Pongal will be celebrated in this Mandir on Monday, 15th January from 7pm to 8pm with a special bhajan. All are welcome.
  • The National Office Bearers and Active Workers Conference will take place on Saturday, the 3rd of February 2024, from 10am until 4:30pm in Stratford, East London. The conference will consist of inspiring talks and interactive workshops, allowing us to share our experiences in ways to take our Organisation forward. It is important for all Office Bearers and Active Workers to attend the one-day conference. The registration can be accessed via Registration Form.