We're not anti-development

 Collated by Tusar Nath Mohapatra

@JayantiRavi @GoutamGhosal3 are turning Auroville into a religion ...

False Sense of Superiority: Spiritual ego can lead individuals to believe they are more enlightened, evolved, or closer to divinity than others. This can breed arrogance and create a divide rather than fostering unity, which is often a core principle in many spiritual teachings.

Stagnation of Growth: When someone thinks they have "arrived" at a peak of spiritual understanding, they might stop seeking further knowledge or self-improvement. This complacency can halt personal development, as the ego convinces one that they have nothing more to learn.

Misguiding Others: People with a strong spiritual ego might mislead others, either intentionally or unintentionally. They might promote their personal insights as universal truths, potentially leading followers down paths that are not beneficial or true to other spiritual traditions or personal needs.

Inauthenticity: Spiritual ego can lead to inauthentic behaviors where one might act or speak in ways that seem spiritually advanced but are not genuinely felt or believed. This can include using spiritual jargon without understanding or living by its true meaning, which can be alienating or manipulative.

Resistance to Feedback: Someone with a spiritual ego might reject constructive criticism or insights from others, believing they are beyond such input. This can close them off from valuable perspectives that could aid their spiritual journey.

Judgment and Exclusion: There's a tendency to judge others who do not follow the same path or who have different beliefs, leading to exclusion rather than inclusion, which goes against many spiritual teachings about love, compassion, and unity.

To counteract spiritual ego, it's often recommended to:

Practice humility and acknowledge that spiritual growth is an ongoing journey.

Engage in self-reflection and be open to feedback.

Focus on service and compassion rather than on personal spiritual achievements.

Regularly check one's motivations for spiritual practices - whether they are for ego enhancement or genuine spiritual growth.

Understanding these aspects can help in mitigating the dangers of spiritual ego, leading to a more authentic and beneficial spiritual path.

https://x.com/aurovilleunity/status/1886339724178063861?t=QJUiHPlCvIR6aMZ4b9WlKg&s=19

Jayanti Ravi's AVFO & Governing Board are attempting to undermine the Foundation Act, aiming to strip Auroville's residents of autonomy. This threatens the self-governance and community consensus at the heart of Auroville's Spirit. #Auroville #Autonomy

https://x.com/aurovilleunity/status/1875801930842435683?t=jBS06f1meNGglC05ByBrMA&s=19

Building this Outer Ring Road was never approved by the Residents Assembly of Auroville. The road is part of the outdated "Perspective Master Plan 2025" from 2001. The required Detailed Development Plans and Environmental Impact Assessments were never carried out for this section of road.

  There is a highly functional existing paved road that runs parallel to this new road only 50 meters away! There are many ways to adjust the road and cutting such a precious tree was absolutely unnecessary. 

  The Secretary of the Auroville Foundation, IAS @JayantiRavi, is pushing through the controversial construction of the Master Plan road network. The construction is contracted to the Central Public Works Department @CPWD. 

https://x.com/aurovilleunity/status/1886372828171137530?t=IF5TkEfYXRF2253P2AWrvw&s=19

To the members of the Governing Board and the International Advisory Council,

We are compelled to address the numerous concerns that have arisen from the developments within the Auroville project area. Our observations point to a pattern of negligence in several critical domains: urban planning, environmental impact assessments, financial transparency, adherence to regulatory procedures, and construction safety. These oversights not only threaten the ecological and social integrity of our community but also compromise the legal and procedural foundations of the projects at hand.

https://x.com/aurovilleunity/status/1875805659377402130?t=wBWe-XE4ly1NIac604Uw7w&s=19

This article oversimplifies opposition to development plans, unfairly labeling it as ignorant. Many elder Auroville pioneers have deep knowledge of the community's vision, sustainability, and governance. Their concerns stem from experience, not lack of understanding, and deserve respectful consideration.

thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/…

We're not anti-development. The Dreamweaving project showcased Auroville's collaborative spirit. Ironically, it was halted by the administration now accusing us of obstruction. #Auroville #TrueStory

https://x.com/aurovilleunity/status/1858033906613891314?t=d9d9c_ast8NZ7dfV8sx2bg&s=19