 Singapore Dakshina Bharatha
Brahmana Sabha (SDBBS) was formed in 1924 to fulfill
primarily the religious needs of the small Brahmin community. The Sabha also
provided an avenue for the members to interact socially. The Sabha was
formally registered in 1949 under Societies Act when its activities were
revived after a brief period of disruption during World War II.
Sabha's Sadhabhishegam was celebrated during
the period 2004-2005.
SDBBS has been one of the pioneer organizations of its
kind to be established in this part of the world. The Sabha has regular
events all round the year, engaging in promoting Vedic culture amongst
people all over the country and abroad. Activities include organising pujas
for various festivities and occasions, conducting Veda classes, promoting
arts and involving in public services by rendering assistance to several
organisations and temples. Sabha is also building the spirit among the
young to carry on the legacy and safeguard the culture.
 It is heartening to note that from a humble beginning with a
handful number of members in Singapore, Sabha has witnessed a steady
increase in its membership all these years. The steadfast support from the
members has kept Sabha's activities growing in multifarious ways. There is
always a great demand from the many temples in Singapore to provide
assistance to their religious events like Laksharchana, Koti archana, Maha
Rudram, etc.
The Sabha employs well-qualified Purohiths from India
to assist the members in performing various Poojas, rituals or ceremonies
either at their residence or business premises or in a public place. The
purohiths also conduct regular Vedha and Sloka classes, which are quite
popular and are now being held at various centres in Singapore. The
purohiths also provide Vaideeka assistance to members residing in
neighbouring countries such as Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia
 Major events of the Sabha are Sastha Preethi - held
ususally on January 1st every year, Chandi Homam and Krithika Mandala Vedha
Parayanam. Aadi & Thai Velli Poojas, Pournami poojas, Surya Namaskaram on
Aavani Sundays, Sri Rama Navami, Maha Sivarathiri are some of the other
regular events held. The Krithika Mandala Vedha Parayanam is hosted and
conducted at the residences of 44 members, every year. Under Education
Merit Award Scheme, children of the members who have achieved excellence in
the landmark examinations, such as PSLE, GCE-O, GCE-A, Polytechnic or
University level, are honoured at the annual Sastha Preethi function.
Additional key events completed during the
Sadhabhishegam year 2004-2005:
- Maha Rudram at Sri.Senpaga Vinayagar Temple
- Youth Seminar under the guidance of Pujiya Sri. Swami Dayananda
Saraswathy
- Public speaking course for students
- Talks on Thirukkural by Pujiya Sri. Swami Omkarananda
- Grand Finale event with President of Singapore His Excellency
Mr.S.R.Nathan as chief guest
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