The Newsletter of Hindu Temple of Central Indiana (HTCI) Sharad 2016
HTCI Balgokulam Update
Chairman’s Message Dear Friends, I like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their ever increasing support for all the Temple events. We accomplished Pranpatisthapana for Goddess Saraswathi and Sri Adinath in June 24th-26th of 2016 well under the budget with approximate net surplus of $114,000. The Temple fest was a grand success despite the weather conditions also within the budget. The Temple loan has come down from 2.8 million to 2.4 million approx. The local and outside need for Priest services is increasing so also the Temple revenue. Our next two projects are to finish the Basement to conduct marriage, other ceremonies and expansion of the parking lot. We cannot accomplish this without your continued support.
Balagokulam(small children) and Chetana(youth)program of HTCI is a forum for children to learn and discover Hindu Dharma and values while developing leadership skills and character accountability. Balagokulam enables Hindu children in US to appreciate their cultural roots, learn Hindu values in an enjoyable manner and make good friends. We also believe in developing a sense of Seva, Service to humankind, by being involved in our local community and volunteering. Hindu Temple of Central Indiana’s (HTCI) goal is to promote Hindu heritage and to unite the Hindu society. Children and young adults in this program learn to appreciate and practice Hindu way of life. We even host summer camps where the entire family/community is able to unplug for a weekend and learn about various Hindu themes. Fifteen dedicated team of teachers willing to work and teach children. We encourage more children to join!
Admission
We will have a fund raising event at Hyatt Regency Balagokulam and Chetana are an HTCI sponsored programs. on November 12 at 5.30pm. Please try to attend. The The child needs to be registered for Balagokulam or ticket prices are $100 per ticket. Chetana by completing the form available at temple website Also we will have elections for the Board and Executive (www.htci.org). The parent(s) of Balagokulam and Chetana Committee. Please participate in the election as this students must be members of HTCI. This runs like a regular school. The year starts in August and ends in May-June of will keep the democratic process going. The Temple is the symbol of entire community. The youth group activities are going well. Many out of town visitors have great comments about the way our Temple is built, cleanliness and the services we offer. Over all, the Temple is operating smoothly. Members of Executive Committee are working hard on day to day operations. The Advisory Committee meets once a quarter for a long term vision for the Temple. Once we pay off the loan, we will have enough net surplus to plan for many more projects to meet the community needs. Sincerely Ravi Pattar Chairman, HTCI Board
each year.
Balagokulam classes are conducted in four groups from
KG-12 grade: Grades – KG (Dhruv), 1st(Eklavya), 2nd (Prahlad), 3rd (Arjun), 4th and 5th (Krishna). Timings: Balagokulam classes are held every Sunday from 10:30 to Noon.
Youth Classes: Pre-Chetana for middle school (6th-8th) and Chetana for high school (9th-12th) Timings: Pre-Chetana and Chetana classes meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month from 10:30-Noon.
Contacts
For more information, please email: Priyesh Kheradia - pkheradia@yahoo.com; Hansa Dave - hansadave28@gmail.com; Kumar Dave - kdave@sbcglobal.net For more info on children’s program visit htci.org.
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HTCI Board of Trustees 2016 Chairman Ravi Pattar 317-862-7871 Vice Chairman Anil Bajpai 317-250-1431 Treasurer Vijayapal Reddy 317-843-8482 Secretary & Joint Treasurer Ramarao Yeleti 317-815-5811 Fund Raising Om Narla 312- 953-5804 Communication & Public Relations Subhash Khanna 317-580-9877 Communication (Newsletter) Rama Belagaje 317-815-5524 Education Kannan Natarajan 317-566-9399 Facilities Sathya M. Tulasiraman 317-753- 9521 Functions Coordinator Kshitija Dube 317-508-8957 Human Resources Dilip Vadlamudi 317-564-4484 Long Range Planning Prabhakar Kasarabada 317-241-4818 Social & Charitable Activities M.R. Ivaturi 317-696-2346
HTCI Executive Committee 2016-2017 President Jagannath Pandey 317-842-9902 Vice President/President-Elect Krishna Padmanabhan 317-258-5356 Secretary Sandeep Gupta 317-532-7284 Treasurer Ravi Dinakaran 317-213-6920 Joint Treasurer /Secretary Kusum Patel 317-875-5263 Pooja Coordination Committee Ananth Duvvuri 512-466-7399 Kitchen Committee Usha Yemme 317-590-4875 Communication Committee Raghava Ayyagari 317-979-5097 Maintenance Committee Raveendran Dudhlur 317-997-1851 Youth Activity Coordinator Priyesh Kheradia 317-966-9033 Function Coordination Committee Nalini Belagaje 317-815-5524 Membership Committee Prakash Mahesh membership@htci.org Library Committee Shanti Pathak 317-844-0466 Geeta Session Coordinator Suneela Ramaswamy suneelaramaswamy@gmail.com Youth Group Nikhil Jain (317) 478-0433 nikhil.jain@htci.org Bhavi Sarda (317) 941-5842 bhavi.sarda@htci.org
HTCI Newsletter Editorial Committee Sharmila Sanka 479-899-1307 sharmilasanka@yahoo.com Madhu Bhargava 317-507-1843 madhu@bharprinting.com Rama Belagaje 317-815-5524 rama.belagaje@htci.org
TEMPLE HOURS:
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM - 8:00PM Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Note: Temple opens All day on Major Holidays and Long Weekends.
Last Archana - 7:45 PM / Last Vahan Puja - 7:30 PM Timings are subject to change without prior notice on Special Puja days or extreme weather conditions. Please note: Vaahan Puja requires 4 lemons, coconut, camphor and flowers
Temple address: 3350 North German Church Road, Indianapolis, IN 46235
PUJA / SERVICE REQUEST
For Pooja Services at your Home or Temple, please fill out the form on the website {htci.org} and submit it. Someone from Pooja Committee will contact you within 48 hours. Please send in your request at least 10 days prior to the scheduled pooja date. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please call Ananth Duvvuri seva@htci.org 512-466-7399 or Krishna Padmanabhan at Krishna.padmanabhan@htci.org 317-258-5356 Maximum time allotted for pooja is 4 hours, which includes to and fro travel time from the Temple. If additional time is necessary, please inform the temple in advance. There will be a charge for $25/hour. Transportation for the priest is at the discretion of the devotee. You can pick and drop the priest at the temple before and after the services. Alternatively, if you want priest to drive, then there will be travel charge of 55 cents /mile (IRS Policy) that shall be paid directly to the priest. Travel time expenses and dakshina amount need to be paid to the priest after the services. All services shall preferably be paid by check (payable to HTCI). Checks can be either mailed to the temple address prior to the pooja or handed over to the priest after the service is done. Cancellations need to be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled pooja date. Next time when you are at the temple please make sure to meet and talk to our priests Sri Bardinath Shastriji, Sri Ramaswamy Bhattarji, Sri Keerthi Vasan Iyer and Prasanth Sarma.
MEMBERSHIP
Please become a member and here is the info for you. HTCI has two categories of members: (1) Patron/Life members and (2) Regular members. You can become a Life Member by paying a one time fee of $1,500 or you can donate $10,000 or more (cumulatively) to become a patron. Annual membership is for the calendar year: $100 per family, $50 per individual and $15 per student. Membership entitles to certain benefits such as voting rights in the election of temple office bearers, participating in temple programs like balagokulam, cultural activities, free calendar and you are also helping your temple to be stronger since the strength is measured by its members. Email: <treasurer@htci.org Please download the form from the website, fill it up and mail the form along with your check payable to HTCI to the address mentioned below. You can also pay online at www.htci.org. Please send your Membership forms with your check to: Ravi Dinakaran, HTCI Treasurer 3350 North German Church Road, Indianapolis, IN 46235 All the donations and the pooja services receipts are emailed, if you are not receiving your receipts or your email address or residence address is changed please report to the temple to serve you better. Tax ID for Donations : 35-2092107
KITCHEN SERVICES
Maha Prasad Seva - You can sposnor lunch prasad at the temple on any day of your choice, typically on a weekend, a holiday or a festival day. To reserve your choice of amount, day and for more details, please contact Usha Yemme, Kitchen Chair - Kitchen Committee by email (kitchen@htci.org) or by phone 317-590-4875. Lunch is served EVERY Saturday & Sunday from Noon- 2 PM.
BALAGOKULAM & CHETANA (YOUTH) CLASSES
- Priyesh Kheradia <priyesh.kheradia@htci.org> 317-966-9033 For more info visit htci.org
HINDI CLASSES AT THE TEMPLE - Anita Mahesh Gupta <guptamahesh412@gmail.com> 317-291-0718
SANSKRIT CLASSES AT THE TEMPLE
- Sanjay Kalluparambil <sanjay.kalluparambil@gmail.com> 646-722-0785
YOGA CLASSES AT THE TEMPLE - EVERY SATURDAY AT 10 AM
- Uma Vashistha <umavas@hotmail.com>
FLOWER SPONSORSHIP
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Alankaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (pronounced as ah-lan-kaa-ra) refers to the adornment of deities in Hindu temples. The three important things needed for an alankara to stand out are silk clothing, jewelry and flowers. When these three items bedeck the deities together, the adornment comes to life. Alankara, in itself, is an art and the alankara of the Deities in our temple during festival days are testimony to this. Devotees are welcome to sponsor the flower garlands for deities on these special occasions throughout the year. To sponsor flowers for any festivals please contact: Krishna Padmanabhan, 317-258-5356; Krishna. padmanabhan@htci.org, Bhooma Narayanan, 317-490-1643; bnarayan3@hotmail.com
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Tulsi Vivah
By: Madhu Bhargava HTCI Editorial Committee
Tulsi Vivah pooja on Ekadasi day, Friday, November 11, 2016 starting 6:30 PM at our temple. This ceremony will be performed at the HTCI temple on Dev Uthani Ekadashi or Prabodhini Ekadashi in the month of Kartik, November 11, 2016 The Tulsi wedding signifies the end of the monsoon and the beginning of the Hindu wedding season. Tulsi Vivah festival is the wedding of Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu. Each year devotees at temple perform this ritual with all pomp and glory of a real wedding. Tulsi Vivah is an old tradition and is mentioned in the Padma Purana and other ancient scriptures. Tulsi, or the Holy Basil, is the sacred plant of the Hindus and symbolizes purity and is famous for its medicinal properties. The name Tulsi means, which cannot be compared, the “incomparable one” possesses extraordinary powers of healing. The marriage of tulsi with Shri Krishna means that 'God likes purity as a quality.' The symbol of this is Shri Krishna wearing the necklace of Vaijayanti beads.
and Vishnu at the end of the recitation of the mantras with the word “Savadhan” literally “be careful” implying “You are united now”. The attendees clap signifying approval to the wedding. Vishnu is offered sandalwood-paste, men’s clothing and the sacred thread. The bride is offered saree, turmeric, vermilion and a wedding necklace called Mangal-sutra, worn by married women. The expenses of the wedding are usually borne by who acts as the parents of Tulsi in the ritual wedding. Please come and observe this sacred wedding with family and friends.
Legend: The tulsi plant is held sacred by the Hindus as it is regarded to be an incarnation of Mahalaxmi who was born as Vrinda. Tulsi was married to demon king Jalandhar. She prayed to Shri Vishnu that her demon husband stay protected, with the result no God was able to harm him. However on the request of the other Gods, Shri Vishnu took the form of Jalandhar and stayed with the unsuspecting Tulsi. When the truth emerged after Jalandhar’s death, Vrinda cursed Shri Vishnu and turned him to stone (Saaligram) and collapsed. From her body emerged the tulsi plant. That is why Vishnu puia is considered incomplete without tulsi leaves.
What is a Bindi and why do we wear it? A bindi means “point, drop, dot or small particle” is a red dot worn on the center of the forehead, commonly by Hindu and Jain women. Bindu is considered the point at which creation begins and may become unity. It is also described as “the sacred symbol of the cosmos in its unmanifested state”. Bindi is a bright dot of red color applied in the center of the forehead close to the eyebrow worn in Indian Subcontinent. Bindi in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism is associated with Ajna Chakra and Bindu is known as the third eye chakra, a point or dot around which the mandala is created, representing the universe.
Ceremony: The marriage of Tulsi with Vishnu/Krishna resembles the traditional Hindu wedding. The bride Tulsi is clothed with a sari and ornaments including earrings and necklaces. The groom Krishna, utsav murthy or Shaligram stone - the symbol of Vishnu. Both Vishnu and Tulsi are bathed and decorated with flowers and garlands before the wedding. The couple Traditionally, the area between the eyebrows (where is linked with a cotton thread (mala) in the ceremony. the bindi is placed) is said to be the sixth chakra, ajna, The priest recites the Mangal Ashtaka mantras. These the seat of “concealed wisdom”. The bindi is said to mantras formally complete the wedding. Rice mixed retain energy and strengthen concentration. The bindi with vermilion is showered by the attendees on Tulsi also represents the third eye. 3
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the reason for each happening that took place in the creation, enlightens as to why is the Universe the way it is now, the process of the birth of the mountains, the earth etc., the importance of performing good acts like homam or havan, performing one’s duties without fail, respecting human life, existence of life after birth and the boons and pain we deserve for every karmic act and ultimately portrays the importance of human goal to merge in the Supreme power.
Adi Shakti
– The Supreme Power By: Sharmila Sanka HTCI Editorial Committee
‘Soundarya Lahari’, composed by Sri Adi Shankara describes the beauty and the appearance of the Mother Goddess. It is not only a collection of holy hymns but a tantra textbook, giving instructions on Puja, offerings and many yantras. This composition makes us witness the beauty of the Goddess in its entirety. Despite relentless efforts to meditate on Her form, even an iota of Her beauty cannot be perceived and Soundarya Lahari is a boon granted to the humanity by Sri Adi Shankara who described mother as an innocent child after witnessing her elegant beauty, grandeur and love.
“Yaa Devi Sarva Bhooteshu Shakthi Roopena Samsthita Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namaha” I bow again and again to the Devi, who dwells in all creatures in the form of Shakti, the creative power. Adi Parashakti is a Hindu concept of the ultimate power inherent in all Creation. She is the Supreme Brahman itself with all other forms of divinity considered to be merely Her diverse manifestations. She is the primordial cosmic energy and represents the dynamic forces that are thought to move through the entire universe.
‘Mani Dweepa Varnana’ is another boon the humanity has been blessed with. Those who listen or chant this, receive Goddess’s blessings in abundance. As we all know, the ultimate power or Adi Shakti resides at ‘Mani Dweepam,’ way above all other worlds. Manidweepam is the island where the Goddess of the entire creation resides. This island was created just by Her mere thought. Manidweepam is called ‘Sarva Lokam’ since it is more splendid than Kailasam, more glorious than Vaikuntam and most amazing of all the worlds. This dweepam is surrounded on the four sides by amrit or nectar which creates a gentle cool breeze with its waves.
It is believed that the cosmic grand design is theoretically a triangular structure of equal sides. The three points of the triangle or the “trine structure of macrocosmic system” are occupied by three ultimate manifestations of the trinity-Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The central point or the ultimate gravitational presence of the trine structure is occupied by “Shakti” which is self-born, and is unable to be created or destroyed by any other existence in the cosmos which motivates the trinity from the ultimate center. This “Shakti” in its three transformative form-Tridevi is connected to the trinity separately. She is connected to Brahma through her creative motherly form with Rajo Guna; to Shiva through her destructive elderly form with Tamo Guna and to Vishnu through her neutral meditating form through her Sattva Guna. Brahma, by the grace of her creative force creates. Shiva, by the strength of her destructive force destroys. Vishnu, by the righteousness and unbiased quality of her intellectual force judges: what, where, why, when and how is to be sustained.
Inside this dweepam are many forts, each made up of a unique common material. The first fort is made up of iron which is the entry point for any divine visitor of Mani dweepa. Each entrance of this fort is guarded by sentinels wearing weapons. Proceeding away from this fort, to the inside of the island is another fort made of brass, this fort has unique gopuram. This fort is surrounded by a variety of fruit bearing trees. It also lodges a number of birds, butterflies, bees etc. On surpassing this fort, is a kalpavanam or forest. In this vanam, gandharvas reside and sing praises in the glory of Devi. On the other side of this forest is a fort made up of tamram. On proceeding inside is a fort made up of glass. In between these two forts is santana vatika. In this forest, siddha ganas reside. On proceeding inside is a fort made of copper. In between the glass
There are various puranic instances which portrayed various aspects of Goddess, Her residence, creation and rituals which when read or heard gets imprinted on our hearts as mentioned below. ‘Devi Bhagavata Purana’ by Veda Vyasa is one magnificent solution which explains all our unanswered questions, describes the grandeur of Devi, elucidates 6
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the main Deity whom we are going to worship during the Havanm.
Devi resides in Chintamani gruham. The air is filled with fragrances from flowers and dhoopam. There are four mantapams-shringara, jnana, mukthi and ekanta mantapam. In the shringara mantapam, Gods sing praises of Tripura Sundari. In this court, between the Gods, the Goddess of the Universe sits on her simhasanam. From the jnana mantapam, Sridevi imparts jnanam to Her devotees. From the mukthi mantapa, Devi discusses issues with her ministers. It is said that at the time of death if we think of manidweepam, we are granted a place in the divine residence of the lotus feet of the Goddess. What else could we ask for than to merge in Her? But for this to happen, utmost practice, discipline and sense control are required from our childhood to remember Goddess and Her Mani dweepam during our last breath when the life force struggles to get out of the crumpling body, when the body is put to inconvenience in different ways and when our mind loses the grip of nama smarana. Let us all pray to Goddess to bless us with a divine end with our mind on Her form and thoughts on Her name.
After doing the parayana of Devi Bhagavatam, a desire arose in me to bring fulfilment to the Parayan with a Devi Homam. It was an enthralling experience that needs a mention here. After praying to Goddess to bless us with a good day to perform Chandi homam at my house, I went to our temple and our Priest scheduled a wonderful day – Ashtami, very apt for Chandi Homam. I then invited some guests for the Chandi Homam. One day, while I was singing devotional bhajans, I heard a very clear voice within saying- “You have invited everyone. Won’t you invite me?” I was in tears of guilt, bliss, and for the love and care that Goddess had for me, for her eagerness to visit my house and to bless our family. It was then that I invited all of them with special invocation to our Goddess and I very well knew they would all sanctify my house, our lives and those of the devotees with their divine presence. I was eagerly waiting for the Poornahuti. Poornahuti is the final offering we do to Fire God who is said to spread his tongue from all sides to receive the offering which is the Havis or the real food for the Devathas. It is said not to miss this precious moment to witness all the Gods in the celestial fire who are equally awaiting this moment. What a beautiful feeling to know, feel and believe in faith that during the auspicious moments of Poornahuti, Maa Chandi, Gods, Goddesses, and Devathas were right there, waiting for that auspicious moment to receive the offering through Fire God! That single steadfastly moment, that heavenly atmosphere, that divine feel, that unwavering faith, that self-effacing devotion, and that blissful occurrence could be made possible only with the divine grace of Goddess. Priest asked us to meditate on the desire for performing this Homam while my inner self unintentionally chanted ‘Samasta Lokaa Sukhino Bhavantu.’ Adi Shakti has Her own ways to bless the humanity with her grace and love.
Performing and taking part in auspicious rituals like havan or homam related to Goddess like Chandi homam is another way to please the Goddess. Chandi Homam or havan is one of the most powerful spiritual practices granted by our Rishis as a boon to the humanity. Homam burns the blocking Karmas and enables the inner transformation, thus bringing in positive energey and removing malefic effects of all planets thus imparting long lasting health, wealth and prosperity. This can be performed for all round success, removal of all kinds of doshas, and thus help us achieve our goal in life. Maa Chandi gifts us with the power to balance our passion and dispassion, indulgence and denial. With her blessings, we will be able to manifest our true divine Self that unites selfishness and selflessness. Chandi symbolizes the power that perfects our body, mind and soul enabling us to live an enriched life free from negativity and suffering. The Main procedure of the Chandi Homam involves a full recitation of the Durga Saptashati for Minimum 9 times. In Durga Saptashati, there are 700 secret and powerful Mantras in praise of Goddess Durga in which she defeats various demons. With recital of each of the 700 Manthras, an Ahuti or offering is made to the Sacrificial Fire seeking the blessings of Devi Chandi. Before performing the havan, it is always courteous on our part to invite all the Gods, Goddesses and the Devathas, and special invocation is greatly needed for
“Adi Shakti, Adi Shakti, Adi Shakti, Namo Namo Sarab Shakti, Sarab Shakti, Sarab Shakti, Namo Namo Pritham Bhagvati, Pritham Bhagvati, Pritham Bhagvati, Namo Namo Kundalini Mata Shakti, Mata Shakti, Namo Namo.” “I bow to the primal power. I bow to the all-encompassing power and energy. I bow to that through which God creates. I bow to the creative power of the Kundalini, the Divine Mother Power.” 7
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The HTCI Nominations Committee is seeking nominations for the following four vacancies in the board which need to be filled for the 2017-2020 term: (i) $10,000-24,999 (2 vacancies) (ii) $25,000-$49,999 (1 vacancy) (iii) $50,000-99,999 (0 vacancy) and (iv) >$100,000 (1 vacancy). The Nominations Committee strongly encourages women to apply. The nomination forms were already mailed to all members and the last date to receive the nomination forms is Oct 21st, 2016 (must be postmarked by this date). Please note that the General Body meeting will be held on December 11th, 2016 at HTCI, soon after the Geeta Session around 1:00pm. Thank you. _ The Nominations Committee.
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2016 Annual Gala Dinner
Saturday, November 12, 2016 5:30 pm-6:30 pm ~ Meet and Greet 6:30 pm-10:00 pm ~ Program and Dinner z
Tickets: $100 / Person FREE Baby Sitting Available Venue: Hyatt Regency Indianapolis One S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 Program includes
Orchestra Saregama of Chicago Hitesh Master - Keyboard Player & Conductor Raju Bankapur - Versatile Singer Dr Radhika Chimata - Versatile Singer Ajay Randhava - Dhol Player Kafi Khan, Rajesh Chalam and Richard
UPCOMING and MONTHLY EVENTS: Diwali – October 29, 6:30pm Annakut – October 31, 7:00pm Bhaiya Dooj - November 1 Subramanya Kalyana Utsavam – November 6, 3:00PM Tulsi Vivah and Ekadashi – November 11, 6:30pm Temple Gala Dinner at Hyatt Regency - November 12, 5:30pm Ayyappa Pushpabhishekam - December 4, 5:30pm Karthigai Deepam - December 11, 5:30pm General Body Meeting - December 11, 1:00pm Ayyappa Mandala Puja - December 26, 6:00pm
Contact Temple: 317-891-9199 or Any HTCI Board & Executive Member
Monthly Satyanarayana Puja – Nov. 13, Dec. 14, 6:30pm Monthly Ganesh Chaturthi – Nov 13, Dec. 11, 6:30pm Monthly Shirdi Sai Puja - every 1st Thursday 6:30pm Monthly Geeta Session - every 2nd Sunday, 10:00am Monthly Bhajan Sandhya - every 3rd Saturday 2:30pm Monthly Mata ki Chowki - every 4th Saturday 4:00pm-6pm Abhisheka and Special puja check the calendar or the website. Please check the website www.htci.org for any changes.
Few listed below~~~ Ravi Pattar: 317-862-7871, ravi.pattar@htci.org Anil Bajpai: 317-250-1431, anil.bajpai@htci.org Om Narla: 312- 953-5804; om.narla@htci.org Vijayapal Reddy: 317-843-8482; vijayapalr@gmail.com Subhash Khanna: 317-580-9877; subhash.khanna@htci.org Dilip Vadlamudi: 317-564-4484; dilip.vadlamudi@htci.org Smt. Kshitija Dube: 317-508-8957; kshitija.dube@htci.org Jai Pandey: 317-340-0918; jay.pandey@htci.org
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