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HRMSAA Extends the Culture of Havans
Sanatan Havan
The essence of Sanatan Dharma has been an integral part of our school’s culture, especially for the alumni who passed out in the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Back then, Dharam Shiksha (moral education) and Ved Paath (Vedic recitation) were compulsory subjects, imbibing the values of our heritage into students’ lives. Havans were often a part of our school prayer sessions. The whole environment filling with Vedic chants along with the sacred fragrance of the holy fire burning cast a spell on our souls and senses.
One extraordinary feature of our school fetes was the ‘Sandhya Sunao Inaam Pao’ stall, where our esteemed senior Sanskrit teacher would sit. This stall offered students a chance to recite a Sandhya mantra, with the reward of a 25 paisa coupon for those who could complete it correctly. The joy of winning that prize, though small, was far greater than simply using it to buy a pav bhaji, vada pav, or samosa from the food stalls. It was a moment of pride that connected students with the spiritual practices of our culture.
The school also regularly held Sandhya recitation competitions during inter-house events, further reinforcing the significance of these sacred hymns. The havan (fire ritual), performed in large groups, became a powerful symbol of our connection to Sanatan Dharma. The echo of havan mantras being chanted simultaneously from multiple havan kunds (fire pits) was a deeply moving and unforgettable experience.
Even today, the Hansraj Alumni Association continues to honour this tradition by incorporating the havan ceremony into every event hosted at the school, ensuring that this consecrated link to our cultural roots remains strong and alive.