Continuing its longstanding commitment to education, Parsi Pragati Mandal (PPM) distributed books and stationery to around 120 Zoroastrian children studying and residing in Surat, on 7th June, 2026. The initiative was conducted with the support of the Surat Parsi Panchayat, which provided the premises of the Girls’ Orphanage for the event. PPM expressed its gratitude […]
Surat’s historic Sir J J Adajan Agiary recently celebrated its 199th anniversary, bringing together community members in a spirit of devotion, gratitude and fellowship to celebrate two centuries of the Agiary’s service as a place of worship and spiritual solace. The occasion was marked by a Jashan ceremony conducted by the Agiary’s Panthaky – Er. […]
Asports meet was recently organised in Surat, at Sir Ratan Marshall play grounds, by the Parsi Pragati Mandal (PPM) and Zoroastrian Women’s Assembly Surat (ZWAS). Dynamic host, Mahrukh Chichgar rolled welcomed everyone, keeping the audience engaged and encouraging participants. Chief Guest, Anshul Kothari, a finalist at the Commonwealth Games and at the Asian Games, and […]
Community members in Surat gathered in large numbers on 28thJanuary, 2026, to celebrate the salgreh of the revered Bagh-e-ParsaAdarian Saheb, established in 1896. The sacred premises welcomed devotees for morning prayers, creating an atmosphere of faith and community bonding. High Priest Vada Dastoorji Cyrus Dastoorji led a solemn Jashan ceremony in the morning, attended by […]
Veteran paddler, Marazban Kersi Italia, from Surat, brought pride to the community with an outstanding performance at the 2nd Gujarat State Masters Table Tennis Tournament, held from 30th January – 1st February, 2026, at the Rajpath Club, in Ahmedabad. Competing in the 64+ age category, Marazban clinched the top spot with a gold medal and […]
As part of its 80-year milestone, the Parsi Pragati Mandal (PPM) organised a memorable trip for Surat’s Zarthostis to Sanjan to mark Sanjan Day. The day holds deep emotional significance, honouring the arrival of our ancestors in India and serving as a reminder of unity, gratitude and cultural pride. The celebration included two soulful Jashans, […]
The Amroli Agiary, located in Surat’s Amroli village, celebrated its glorious 222nd salgreh on 21st November, 2025 (Roj Adar, Mah Tir). It was attended by Trustees Zarin Amrolia, Khojeste Mistree, Meher Panthaki and Anahita Desai (former trustees included Faredoon Amrolia, Percy and late Yazdi Desai), alongside a good number of devotees. A Hama Anjuman Machi […]
The newly refurbished Seth Anti Dharamshala in Sayedpura, Surat, located beside the historic Modi Shahenshahi Atashbehram, has officially commenced operations under its renewed management, offering 24×7 boarding and lodging services for pilgrims and community members. Equipped with modern amenities, the Dharamshala offers a range of accommodation options including 2-bed, 3-bed and 4-bed rooms, a 10-bed […]
On 1st May, 2025 (Adar Mahino, Behram Roj), the Sir J J Adaryan, located in Adajan, Surat, marked the beginning of its 199th year of devoted existence. Established and consecrated on 19th June, 1827, by the illustrious philanthropist and first Indian knight, Mumbai’s late Sir Jamshetjee Jeejeebhoy, this revered place of worship continues to uphold […]