The Mayapur Clean and Green initiative, under the guidance of Murari Mohini Devi Dasi, has released a new song accompanied by a music video to glorify and support its ongoing environmental service in the holy land of Śrī Māyāpur Dhāma. Appropriately entitled “Mayapur Clean and Green,” this offering is the fruit of a harmonious international collaboration, uniting devotees, musicians, and students from the Philippines, the United States, Italy, the United Kingdom, Russia, and India. In this way, it reflects the spirit of unity and cooperation so strongly emphasized by His Divine Grace Śrīla Prabhupāda.
Speaking on the inspiration behind the project, Murari Mohini Devi Dasi explained, “This song arose from the need to inspire participation both from the local community and from the international community connected with Māyāpur Dhāma—whether as residents, pilgrims, or those who hold the holy dhāma in the highest reverence, recognizing that it should stand as an exemplary model for all humanity.”
The song features an original composition by Bhaktin Gandharvikā from the Philippines, who not only composed the piece but also performs as guitarist and vocalist, offering her musical talents in service to conveying the spiritual importance of caring for Māyāpur’s sacred environment. The composition is further enriched by the mṛdaṅga rhythms of Bhakta Prahlāda from the United States, while Prema Vilāsa Dāsa from the Philippines contributes piano accompaniment, together creating an uplifting soundscape that harmoniously blends devotional sentiment with ecological awareness.
Recalling the development of the song, Murari Mohini Devi Dasi shared, “From the very first visit of Gandharvikā to Māyāpur, we were deeply impressed by her artistic gifts and began requesting her to compose a song that could unite us as one community—dedicated to the protection and respectful care of the holy dhāma. Gradually, at the appropriate time, Gandharvikā gave birth to this beautiful and profoundly meaningful composition. When she shared it with me, I offered a few suggestions, and in this way the final verse of the song came into being.”
Students of Śrī Māyāpur International School—educating children from Italy, the United Kingdom, Russia, and India—also participated in the recording. Among them were Bhakta Niloy, Bhaktin Citra, Bhaktin Nandinī, Bhaktin Ekādaśī, Bhakta Govinda, and Bhaktin Rādhikā. Their participation underscores the initiative’s emphasis on educating the younger generation in sustainable habits and instilling from early life a sacred sense of responsibility to protect the dhāma. The international nature of the project extended to its production as well, with sound engineering carried out by Rādhānātha Dāsa in the Philippines and Padmarāṇī Devī Dāsī in Māyāpur. Videography and editing were undertaken by I Love Mayapur, led by Indradyumna Dāsa and Sudevī Dāsī, who beautifully portray the life of the holy dhāma while highlighting the beauty and sanctity of its natural surroundings.
After the completion of the song and music video, the Mayapur Clean and Green team visited local schools to teach and practice the song with the children, integrating it with classes on environmental education.
The composer and volcalist Bhaktin Gandharvika and Prahlad playing the Mridanga.
(LtoR) Bhaktin Ekadasi, Bhakta Niloy, Bhakta Govinda, and Bhaktin Krishna singing for the video.
(Left) Murari with Mayapur Clean and Green team i Mohini Devi Dasi participating in the recording of the song. (Right) Murari with devotees and volunteers.
Sharing her experience of participating in the project, Gandharvikā said, “I was inspired by the mission of Murari Mohini Mātājī to make Māyāpur cleaner and greener. I believe we can help change the mentality of those who significantly contribute to improper waste management. The song required a year of coordination before it was finally posted on YouTube—from gathering the students, rehearsing, recording, and filming. I am very grateful that everyone remained patient throughout the process.” She further expressed, “My hope is that this video will be shown to everyone before they enter Māyāpur Dhāma, so that their hearts may be touched and they may realize their responsibility as residents or visitors, ensuring that no rubbish is left behind. This is our dream for Māyāpur Dhāma.”
Looking to the future, the Mayapur Clean and Green team plans to produce Bengali and Hindi versions of the song and warmly invites artists fluent in these languages to assist. They also aim to make the song widely available on SoundCloud, Spotify, and other accessible platforms.
Citing Śrī Navadvīpa Māhātmya by Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura, along with the numerous teachings and instructions of Śrīla Prabhupāda, Murari Mohini Devi Dāsī explained that Śrī Māyāpur Dhāma is nondifferent from the spiritual world itself—the eternal abode of Śrī Kṛṣṇa—established by Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī for His pleasure. The extraordinary natural beauty of Māyāpur exists because Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī personally adorned it with verdant forests, fragrant flowers, and sacred rivers, all meant to attract Śrī Kṛṣṇa. For this reason, Śrī Kṛṣṇa has promised to reside there eternally. Śrī Māyāpur Dhāma is thus a spiritual heritage for all humanity, and preserving it is a sacred duty.
Murari Mohini Devi Dāsī concluded, “Nevertheless, due to the ambition and degradation characteristic of Kali-yuga, many foreign and harmful influences have entered this sacred land, resulting in the deterioration of its natural purity and beauty. Certainly, the dhāma itself is always pure and transcendental, yet as sincere followers of Śrīla Prabhupāda, we have a responsibility to protect his legacy. We pray that this song will reach the hearts of millions, awakening awareness of the sanctity of Śrī Māyāpur Dhāma—not only among visitors, but especially among the leaders of society, who bear the grave responsibility of protecting, preserving, and properly developing the holy dhāma.”
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