In a heartwarming ceremony, Shri Saiprakash Nayak and Smt. Maya Nayak, from the family of Late Shri A. Rama Nayak, an iconic name in Mumbai’s Udupi cuisine tradition, offered a new dev mantap for Vitthal-Rakhumai, the revered Ishta Devata of the G.S.B. Sabha, Mumbai.
The ceremony was held on Saturday, 21st March 2026, at the Sabha office at Shreenidhi, Matunga, reflecting the family’s enduring commitment to faith, community, and heritage.
Shri A. Rama Nayak’s contributions to the GSB community are well known, and his legacy continues to guide and inspire; the Krishnarpan ceremony performed by Shri Saiprakash and Smt. Maya Nayak marked a meaningful continuation of this philanthropic journey.
The occasion was attended by close family members, including his son Shri Satish Nayak; grandsons Shri Ravi Gadiyar and Shri Shashant Nayak; granddaughter Smt. Rajani Mallya, and granddaughters-in-law Smt. Rupa Nayak and Smt. Chandrika Kamath.
Also present were Smt. Gita Pai, Trustee of the Sabha, along with Managing Committee members of the Sabha and its Mahila Shakha, and other guests.
The pooja and archana were conducted by Vaidik Prashant Bhat. The atmosphere was filled with devotion as bhajan seva was offered to Vitthal-Rakhumai.
Smt. Gita Pai and Sabha President Shri Laxmikant Prabhu felicitated Shri Saiprakash and Smt. Maya Nayak with an idol of Vitthal-Rakhumai brought from Pandharpur.
The ceremony concluded with refreshments thoughtfully arranged by the Nayak family, bringing the gathering to a close in a spirit of gratitude and quiet celebration.
Shri A. Rama Nayak’s name remains synonymous with Udupi cuisine in Mumbai, but beyond that, it stands for service and devotion. His family’s continued dedication is a fitting tribute to that legacy. The G.S.B. Sabha, Mumbai, is fortunate to have such committed members, and this new dev mantap will serve as a lasting symbol of their faith and tradition.
