The thought of establishing an organization dedicated to religious, social, educational, and cultural activities began to take root in 1992. This vision materialized with the public celebration of Durga Puja at the Northern Railway Sevagram Colony in Charbagh, Lucknow. The founder, a Northern Railway Commercial Supervisor, balanced family responsibilities while fulfilling religious, social, educational, and cultural duties.

One night, the founder experienced a divine vision of the Goddess, who conveyed a profound message: “I neither eat nor wear; under my shelter, you and others enjoy life. If you truly wish to worship me, strive to serve the poor, the underprivileged, and students through educational and cultural initiatives.” This dream inspired the establishment and registration of an organization with a heartfelt mission to serve humanity.

In 2001, with the spirit of service to humanity, “Manav Adarsh Sewa Samiti” was registered. The organization aims to connect individuals with positive, constructive mindsets dedicated to the greater good. The acronym MASS represents working among the masses, and the organization’s logo reflects a secular spirit.

Key Activities of the Organization

Religious Activities

• Celebrating Navratri with Durga Utsav and Devi Jagran.
• Organizing Kanya Poojan and other spiritual ceremonies.

Social Initiatives

• Distributing blankets and essentials to the underprivileged during Makar Sankranti.
• Providing food supplies to the disabled, visually impaired, and elderly.
• Offering refreshments and prasad during Jyeshtha’s Bada Mangal.
• Supporting funeral arrangements and caring for the elderly.
• Conducting health awareness programs, de-addiction drives, blood donation camps, organ donation initiatives, and health camps.

Educational Efforts

• Organizing skill development programs, including art, handwriting improvement, and general knowledge competitions.
• Conducting seminars and workshops on occasions like Swami Vivekananda’s Youth Day and freedom fighters’ anniversaries.

Cultural and National Contributions

• Encouraging young and classical artists by creating platforms for cultural performances.
• Instilling a sense of national pride and inspiration among youth and women to strengthen the nation.
• Honoring societal contributions and paying homage to the departed with profound respect.

Achievements and Sustained Efforts

With your support, the organization has completed 33 years of service, providing free awareness and consultation to the community. MASS operates without government funding, relying solely on memberships, self-contributions, advertisements, donations, and in-kind support. Esteemed members, including the late A.K. Biswas, S.K. Sur, and many others, have been pillars of strength for the organization.

Current and Future Goals

Recognizing disparities in society, MASS aims to address inequalities, combat regressive traditions, and support the underprivileged. Planned initiatives include:

• Raising awareness and empowering the marginalized.
• Providing home and hospital-based services.
• Facilitating health-related, catering, and funeral assistance.
• Arranging resources for animals and birds to ensure their well-being.

Call for Support

To achieve these objectives, the organization continually requires experts, volunteers, planners, writers, and financial supporters. Join us in fostering a spirit of positivity and constructive action.

As the organization believes, “Breaths are borrowed, bodies are made of dust, so what’s the ego for?” Let us unite and contribute to meaningful social work for the betterment of humanity.

“सांसे किराये की, शरीर मिट्टी की, तो अहम किस बात का” आये सभी मानव के प्राणी एकजुट होकर सकरात्मक व रचनात्क कार्य करें।