Hindu Society: Sanskaar Officer

Namaste everyone! 

My name is Om, and I would love to put myself forward to be your next Sanskaar Officer. The Hindu Society has been my "home away from home" this year, and, having attended almost every Sanskaar session, I’ve firsthand experienced how these evenings provide great insight into dealing with the stress of uni life through our Hindu philosophy. I want to ensure every member feels that same sense of belonging and pride in our Hindu identity, creating a space where we don’t just get to know about our heritage, but truly live it.

Currently serving as the FYR for Jain Society, I have worked closely with the core committee, which has given me insight into the behind-the-scenes work for running society events.  This experience will support me in helping the Hindu society in organising large-scale, successful events such as Rangeela, which I enjoyed participating in. My sincere nature will aid me in planning sessions that are both thought-provoking and interactive—bridging the gap between our ancient roots and our modern lives. I want to make the Sanskaar sessions an inspiring part of your week. For example, I would like to have our sessions on the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and how we can use them to tackle problems that we face in our day-to-day life. 

I am very excited and dedicated to contributing to Hindu society and helping educate more people about our faith and heritage, and would love to have your support.

I’m applying for Sanskaar Officer because preserving and promoting the spiritual and moral values of Hinduism is something I feel strongly about. Having been brought up celebrating festivals, attending temple, and learning about the deeper meanings behind rituals and traditions, I’ve always valued the guidance and grounding that Hindu philosophy provides. Sanskaar, to me, is about more than rituals. It’s about embodying values like respect, compassion, discipline and self-reflection. I’d love to help organise pujas, discussions and reflective events that allow members to connect with their faith on a deeper level. Especially at university, having that sense of spiritual grounding can be so important, and I’d love to contribute to maintaining that within the society.

I strongly believe Hinduism is more than just a religion, it's a way of life. Watching The Mahabharata as a kid is what stemmed my fascination with Hinduism, I fell in love with the story and the teachings. I believe religion can bring everyone together as it's all about peace and respect. With Hinduism I believe people only know the basics, there is so much more to our religion than just Diwali and Holi. I realised this when I did a presentation about Science in Hinduism and I learnt so much. Everything in our religion from Ekadashi to wedding rituals has a scientific reason to it, there are not rules enforced upon us but guidance for navigating through life. Going to a Hindu Primary school helped me learn how important it is to keep learning about our religion because it's a philosophy and stimulates interesting conversations. The more you learn, the more you question and the more at peace you become. My goal as a Sanskaar officer would be to not only educate, but to leave a desire to learn more and a deeper appreciation for our religion. I am organised, confident in leading discussions and committed to creating engaging sessions that people genuinely look forward to. I would love to organise interactive discussions and workshops that explore the deeper meanings behind rituals, scriptures and philosophy in a way that feels relevant to students today. I want to build a space where curiosity is welcomed and faith becomes something we actively understand, not just inherit.

I’m Kavya and I would love to be your Sanskaar Officer. The Sanskaar sessions I’ve attended have taught me how to apply Hindu principles to student life and given me a real sense of community. The people I’ve met through Hindu Society have been so welcoming and open, creating a space where I’ve felt comfortable learning and reflecting.

As Sanskaar Officer, I would love to organise interactive weekly sessions where everyone feels comfortable sharing their experiences of Hinduism. I try to deepen my own understanding of dharma by reading the Bhagavad Gita and reflecting on its teachings, and I would love to share that learning with others through open discussions about what we can each derive from it in our daily lives as students. Most importantly, I want us to spiritually advance together in a supportive and uplifting space.

Last year, I led my school’s Science Society, running weekly sessions and discussions. This taught me how to plan structured events and create an environment where everyone felt encouraged to contribute  - skills I’m excited to bring to Sanskaar. I’ve also fundraised for charities such as Alzheimer’s Society, coordinating efforts with other students. For me, this reflects the spirit of seva, serving others with sincerity and compassion.

By working closely with the committee and liaising with other universities, I hope to build a welcoming and meaningful community. I would be truly grateful for your vote :)

Growing up, Hinduism was something I practised quietly. My school had little Hindu representation, and faith often felt like a private inheritance rather than something celebrated openly. I rarely saw assemblies acknowledge our festivals, rarely felt that sense of collective pride. Coming to university and walking into Hindu Society for the first time felt different — it felt like family. For the first time, I saw traditions not just practised, but cherished together.

Ironically, my own relationship with faith began reluctantly. When I first volunteered at my local temple, I resisted it deeply. I saw rituals as repetitive and distant from me. But one afternoon, while serving prasadam to pass the time, I met a mother who shared how the temple community carried her through a difficult pregnancy. That conversation shifted something in me. I realised the temple was never just about ritual — it was about people.

As a Sanskaar Officer, I want to create that same space of meaning. Weekly Aartis would not simply be ceremonies, but moments of grounding — spaces where students, regardless of belief, feel connected to culture, to each other, and to something larger. I want to help bring religious and cultural depth to every event we run, ensuring that no one feels the quiet isolation I once did. For students who come from schools or environments where they felt underrepresented, I want Hindu Society to be the place where they finally feel seen.