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North Brunswick, NJ
Sai Pariwar, Inc. and Sai Temple, a respected 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a 22-year legacy of serving the Central Jersey spiritual community, will host a special fundraising musical gala on Thursday, August 21, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Royal Albert’s Palace in Fords, New Jersey. This festive evening aims to raise funds for the construction of a new Sai Temple and Cultural Center in North Brunswick.
The event will be highlighted by an exciting Bollywood musical concert performed by a talented group of local singers and musicians accompanied by a live band. Over the course of more than three hours, the audience will be treated to timeless Bollywood classics, golden-era hits, contemporary favorites, and spiritual bhajans. The show will feature both veteran and emerging vocalists from the local community. Alongside the musical performances, guests will enjoy a spiritually uplifting atmosphere, flavorful appetizers, and a delicious dinner as part of this cultural and community celebration.
Sai Pariwar has acquired a prime parcel of land on Route 130 in North Brunswick, next to the ShopRite Complex, and has secured all required township permits and approvals to begin construction on the new temple. The current Sai Temple, located in a warehouse facility for the last 15 years, presents numerous limitations including an aging structure, insufficient parking, and accessibility challenges for elderly and differently-abled devotees. The planned temple will address these needs with a safer, more modern, and fully accessible facility designed to serve as a long-term spiritual home for the community. The new temple will not only be dedicated to Sri Shirdi Saibaba but will also include sanctums for other Hindu deities. It will provide a peaceful and welcoming environment for prayer, spiritual growth, and cultural enrichment. Designed with ample parking, modern amenities, and technology-enabled infrastructure, the new center will become a spiritual and cultural landmark that honors Indian traditions, fosters community unity, and offers a place for future generations to connect with their heritage.
The vision of Sai Pariwar for this temple is rooted in the principles of Seva (selfless service), Shraddha (faith), and Saburi (patience). To bring this vision to life, the organization has launched a capital campaign to raise $5 million. The Board of Trustees and Temple Committee are appealing to all devotees, community members, and well-wishers to participate in this noble endeavor. They encourage everyone to attend the musical gala and to contribute generously towards the construction effort. Contributions of any size are welcomed, and sponsorship opportunities are available for various parts of the temple structure, including deity spaces, halls, puja rooms, and more. In addition to its year-round spiritual services and worship, Sai Pariwar of North Brunswick actively engages the broader community through a variety of inclusive programs. These include weekly medical camps, yoga and holistic healing workshops, and celebrations of major Hindu festivals. The organization also hosts arts, dance, and music workshops, along with food drives that serve individuals and families in need. All of these activities are open to the public, reflecting Sai Pariwar’s commitment to service, wellness, and cultural enrichment for all.
Sai Pariwar invites all community members and devotees to come together on this special evening to celebrate music, devotion, and unity, and to help build a lasting place of worship and cultural connection. With everyone’s support, Sai Pariwar hopes to open the doors of a new temple that will serve as a beacon of spiritual strength and community pride for decades to come. Tickets for the musical gala can be purchased online or directly at the temple. Donations and contributions can be made securely through its website. For additional information regarding the event, donations, or sponsorships, interested parties may contact Guruji (Surendra Katthula), Dr. Tushar Patel, Anil Bhatt or Shiv Kolli. More details can be found on the Sai Pariwar website at www.saipariwar.org.
This event is being supported by major media sponsors including ITV Gold, Parikh Worldwide Media, MANA TV/TV5, Radio Zindagi, and The Indian Eye. Additional media partners include TV Asia, Hi India, Gujarat Darpan, The Indian Panorama, Akila News, Radio Dil, India Abroad, Divyabhaskar.com, Gujarat Samachar, JSW TV, and several others.
About Sai Pariwar
Founded in 2001 and providing worship services since 2010, Sai Pariwar is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit spiritual and cultural organization committed to serving people of all backgrounds. Through regular worship, cultural programs, and service initiatives, the organization strives to foster values of respect, responsibility, humility, and compassion.
