Sacred rites, guided with knowledge and care.
Preserving Sanatan Dharm, Hindu traditions, rituals, community events and purohit services in Fiji. Member pandits serve families through six branches.
Ceremonies we perform
Each rite is led by a trained purohit, in Sanskrit and in language your family understands.
Vivah Sanskar
The Hindu wedding, from Ganesh puja to Saptapadi, conducted in full Vedic order.
Griha Pravesh
Bless a new home or business with havan and puja before the first night.
Satyanarayan Katha
The popular katha and puja for thanksgiving, milestones and new beginnings.
Life-cycle Sanskars
Namkaran, Mundan, Janeu and other rites that mark a child’s growth.
Antyeshti and Shraddh
Compassionate guidance for funeral rites and remembrance of ancestors.
Ramayan Path
Ramayan recitation and Bhagwat katha for homes, temples and communities.
Six branches, one Sabha
Find the branch nearest you. Each one serves its local families, temples and communities.
Ba
Pandits serving Ba and nearby communities.
Lautoka
Pandits serving Lautoka and surrounding areas.
Sigatoka
Pandits serving Sigatoka and the Coral Coast.
Navua
Pandits serving Navua and its districts.
Central Eastern
Pandits serving the Central and Eastern divisions.
Tavua
Pandits serving Tavua and nearby settlements.
“May all beings be happy.” The prayer behind every ceremony we perform.
Tradition kept alive in the islands
Hindu families in Fiji have kept their faith for generations. The Sabha supports that continuity by bringing purohits together to share knowledge, keep standards for ritual practice and train the next generation.
Member pandits serve families through six branches: Ba, Lautoka, Sigatoka, Navua, Central Eastern and Tavua. Wherever you live, we help you find a pandit who knows the rite you need.
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About the Sabha
A fellowship of Brahmin purohits serving Fiji’s Sanatan community.
Who we are
Established in 1926, Shree Sanatan Dharm Brahman Purohit Sabha Fiji is an association of pandits and purohits who follow the Sanatan Dharm tradition. We are dedicated to preserving Sanatan Dharma, promoting Hindu rituals and serving the Hindu community in Fiji with devotion, integrity and unity.
Our members serve temples, Sanatan Dharm communities and families through six branches: Ba, Lautoka, Sigatoka, Navua, Central Eastern and Tavua.
Our mission
To preserve and teach authentic Sanatan rites, to serve every family with respect, and to nurture young pandits who will lead tomorrow.
What we do
Serve families
We connect households with qualified purohits for ceremonies in any part of Fiji.
Uphold standards
Members follow shared guidance on procedure, conduct and respectful practice.
Teach the young
Sanskrit, mantra and ritual instruction for aspiring pandits and curious youth.
Gather the community
Festivals, havan and prayer gatherings open to all devotees.
National office-bearers
The Sabha is led by its elected national team.
Pt Ganga P Sharma
National Patron
972 0120
Pt Manoj Sharma
National President
931 3150
Pt Shivnesh Sharma
National Vice President
925 7034
Pt Relesh Sharma
National Vice President
922 3464
Pt Nilesh Sharma
National Secretary
970 3560
Pt Shelveen Sharma
National Treasurer
941 2996
Pt Tirath Sharma
National Legal Officer
914 0860
Our branches
Members are organised in six branches so every family has a pandit close to home.
Ba Branch
Serving Ba and nearby communities.
Branch President: Pt Manoj Sharma
931 3150
Lautoka Branch
Serving Lautoka and surrounding areas.
Branch President: Pt Rakesh K Sharma
992 1686
Sigatoka Branch
Serving Sigatoka and the Coral Coast.
Branch President: Pt Devanand Sharma
927 3527
Navua Branch
Serving Navua and its districts.
Branch President: Pt Jitendra D Sharma
931 8012
Central Eastern Branch
Serving the Central and Eastern divisions.
Branch President: Pt Abhnesh S Sharma
996 8879
Tavua Branch
Serving Tavua and nearby settlements.
Branch President: Pt Asish V Sharma
997 4808
Our values
Dharma
We act with integrity, humility and devotion in every duty.
Seva
Service to the community comes before recognition.
Shiksha
Learning is lifelong, and knowledge belongs to the next generation.
Samanvaya
We build harmony between temples, families and traditions.
Ceremonies
Open any ceremony to see what to expect and how to prepare.
Vivah Sanskar (wedding)
A full Vedic wedding including Ganesh puja, Var Mala, Kanyadaan, Havan, Saptapadi and Sindoor.
Please contact us at least two months ahead so the pandit can set an auspicious muhurat with your family.
Griha Pravesh (house blessing)
Havan, Vastu puja and entry rites for a new home, shop or office.
Families usually prepare the puja space, flowers, fruit and the items on the purohit’s samagri list.
Satyanarayan Katha
A katha and puja performed for thanksgiving, birthdays, anniversaries and new ventures. It takes about two to three hours and ends with prasad shared among guests.
Namkaran, Mundan and Janeu
Sanskars for children: naming the newborn, the first haircut and the sacred thread ceremony. The pandit will suggest a suitable day using the child’s details.
Antyeshti and Shraddh
Guidance and rites for the funeral, the days of mourning and annual remembrance of ancestors. Our purohits support grieving families with patience and discretion, day or night.
Havan, Ramayan Path and Bhagwat Katha
Havan for peace, health and prosperity, plus Ramayan and Bhagwat recitations in homes, temples and community halls.
Festival and special puja
Lakshmi puja, Navgraha shanti, Rudrabhishek and other pujas for particular needs or festivals.
Upcoming events
Festival dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar. Local dates in Fiji can differ by a day, so confirm with your branch.
Coming up
Sabha programmes
Events run by the national office and the six branches are posted here. Ask your branch about gatherings in your area.
Through the year
Maha Shivaratri
Night-long worship of Lord Shiva with abhishek, bhajans and fasting.
Holi (Phagwa)
Holika dahan, Phagwa songs and the festival of colours that welcomes spring.
Ram Navami
The birth of Shri Ram, marked with Ramayan path, kirtan and community meals.
Krishna Janmashtami
Midnight puja, bhajan and katha celebrating the birth of Shri Krishna.
Navratri and Dussehra
Nine nights of Devi worship followed by the victory of dharma on Vijayadashami.
Diwali
Lakshmi puja and the festival of lights, a national holiday in Fiji.
Media releases
Official statements and announcements from the Sabha.
Members directory
Member purohits across six branches. Call a pandit directly, or contact the national office for help.
Book a pandit
Tell us about your ceremony and we will reply with an available purohit.
What happens next
Your request opens in your email app, addressed to the National Secretary. He will confirm a pandit, the date and the samagri list.
For funeral rites, please call your nearest branch president (see the Members page) so we can respond as quickly as possible.
Happy Deepawali
Send your branch's message
Branches are welcome to email their Deepawali message, with a picture if they wish, to the National Secretary at info@shreesanatandharmbrahmanpurohitsabhafiji.com. It will be added to this page.
Contact us
We welcome questions from families, temples and new members.
All correspondence
All correspondence for the Sabha is directed to the National Secretary, Pt Nilesh Sharma.
Email
info@shreesanatandharmbrahmanpurohitsabhafiji.com
Website
www.shreesanatandharmbrahmanpurohitsabhafiji.com
Join the Sabha
Qualified pandits can apply for membership. Email us with your training and experience.
Urgent ceremony, such as a funeral
Call your nearest branch president. Their numbers are on the Members page.