Prasanthi Nilayam comes to Leicester
Join us as we relive the divine life story of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba through a sacred reading of the Sri Sathya Sai Tapovanam in English.
What are the key dates?
8pm, Friday 25 September 2026
- Sri Sathya Sai Rathotsavam (procession) and Mangala Aarti
From 6.30am, Saturday 26 September 2026
- 6.30am: Paduka Puja
- 8am onwards: Reading of Sri Sathya Sai Tapovanam
- 6pm: Bhajans, Maha Mangala Aarti & Maha Prasadam
Prasadam will be served during the day.
Location
Soar Valley College, Gleneagles Avenue, Leicester, LE4 7GY
There is ample parking at the venue.
What is the significance of reading the Tapovanam?
The Sri Sathya Sai Tapovanam is more than a book, it is a sacred chronicle of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s divine life, teachings, and leelas. Reading or listening to the Tapovanam is like sitting in His divine presence, absorbing His wisdom, and soaking in His infinite love and grace.
What language will the reading be in?
The reading of the Tapovanam will be in English.
How can I take part?
You may take part in the Paduka Puja and reading. Details on how to take part in the Paduka Puja and how to submit recordings to be a reader, can be found below.
Paduka Puja
Please use the registration form to tell us if you would like to take part in the Paduka Puja.
To take part in the Paduka Puja, you must bring your items at 7.15pm on Friday evening to prepare your space for Saturday morning.
Download list of Paduka Puja items you will need to bring (PDF)
Register to attend
This is your opportunity to experience Prasanthi Nilayam at your doorstep.
Everyone who wants to attend must register. Do let your friends and family know too. We look forward to welcoming you.
Join this journey of love, faith, and devotion.
Would you like to be a reader?
We are inviting devotees to take part as readers for this year’s Sri Sathya Sai Tapovanam.
Readers will be selected by a panel based on:
- Clear reading and storytelling
- Fluency – a smooth and continuous flow
- Pace – a comfortable reading speed
- Pronunciation – clear pronunciation of English and Hindi words
Submit a recording to become a reader
If you would like to read, send a WhatsApp voice recording reading two paragraphs from any chapter of Sri Sathya Sai Tapovanam.
Send your recording by 9pm on Friday 11 September 2026 to:
- Brother Manish on 07980 694 440
Potential readers must also complete the event registration form above.