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Dear Devotees and Disciples of His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami, Please accept my obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. I am very pleased to announce that from April 29 (Akshaya Tritiya – US) until May 10 (Nrsimha Caturdasi – India), I will be matching all worldwide donations during our TOVP Gopal Krishna Goswami 13 Day

India In USA (Consulate General of India, Atlanta) Dr. Sharmila Ford (Svaha Dasi), recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) 2025, was felicitated by the Consulate in a community event held in Atlanta. The Consul General presented Dr. Ford with the medal and certificate conferred by the Hon’ble President of India in recognition of

One Goal | One Seva | One Mission The TOVP Fundraising Team is pleased to announce the upcoming TOVP Marathon 2025 Euro Tour from April 10 – May 13. Led by Lord Nityananda’s Padukas and Lord Nrsimha’s Satari, the team consisting of Jananivas, Praghosa, Braja Vilasa and UK/Euro Coordinator Sukanti Radha prabhus will be visiting

The TOVP Fundraising Team is most happy to announce the upcoming Gopal Krishna Goswami 13 Day Matching Fundraiser, from April 29 (Akshaya Tritiya – U.S.) until May 11 (Nrsimha Caturdasi – India). On May 5, 2024, His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami departed this world to join Srila Prabhupada in eternal loving service to Lord Sri

On February 2, 2024 Lord Nrsimha appeared in the TOVP, as devotees from around the world gathered for the opening of His astounding and beautiful temple wing. A moment of profound significance. This video documents that extraordinary day, one that Vaishnavas worldwide had been waiting for. Feel the energy, the devotion, and the sheer joy

On February 18, 2025 the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP) achieved another milestone with the Grand Opening of the Legacy Museum of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Now in its first phase of 1000 sq. ft. in size, the museum is planned to

The first phase of the TOVP A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Legacy Museum is opening on February 18, 2025, showcasing rare personal paraphernalia, artifacts, books, letters, and other historical material for the glorification and perpetuation of the spiritual legacy of ISKCON Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. In keeping with our understanding that His Divine

Reproduced from the Sri Mayapur Dhama website For the most auspicious occasion of the appearance of His Divine Grace Sri Srimad Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati, we present the final instructions to him from his glorious father and spiritual mentor, Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur, which include the importance of Sridhama Mayapur, and establishing and serving the holy dhama. In

The TOVP Team is pleased to provide the schedule for the historic Grand Opening of the A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Legacy Museum on February 18. All devotees are invited to attend this auspicious occasion glorifying ISKCON Founder-Acharya His Divine Grace A.C, Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada either personally or online on Mayapur TV or the TOVP YouTube Channel.

His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami departed this world to join his beloved spiritual master, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, on May 4, 2024. ISKCON has lost a great warrior servant and ‘Prabhupada Man’, but he has left behind a legacy of devotion to the mission of His Divine Grace and Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu.

In this enlivening video interview between H.G. Braja Vilasa Das, Vice Chairman of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium and Co-Director of ISKCON Mayapur, and Gauranga Das, GBC for Global Resources, Braja Vilasa answers questions about how he got involved in the TOVP project, and why he is so passionate to fulfill this most important

The Indian government announced the recipients of the 2025 Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards (PBSA), the country’s highest honor for overseas Indians. Among the 27 honorees are three Indian-Americans, Sharad Lakhanpal, Sharmila Ford, and Ravi Kumar S. They will receive the awards from the President of India during the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention’s valedictory session. This

Kamika ekadasi is celebrated as Krishna Paksha ekadasi in the month of Shravan. Observing this ekadasi is considered as auspicious as performing an Ashwamedha Yajna. As Gaudiya Vaishnavas, our main aim during ekadasi is to decrease bodily demands so we can spend more time in seva, especially hearing and chanting about the Lord’s pastimes and

In this video HG Braja Vilasa announces the development of the Srila Prabhupada International Heritage Museum in the TOVP. He appeals to all Srila Prabhupada disciples to come forward and present any memorabilia of his they have in their possession for use in this glorious, world-class and largest museum of its kind, to preserve and

The concept of the Srila Prabhupada International Heritage Museum now being organized in the TOVP reaches far beyond that of any other similar Prabhupada museum in scope and exposure. In fact, it will be the largest museum of any spiritual leader in history. In keeping with our understanding that His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami

Recently, the TOVP Fundraising Team announced the launch of the Guru Parampara Murti Campaign giving the opportunity to sponsor one of 15 acharya murtis to be installed on the TOVP altar in 2026. We are pleased to also announce the Guru Parampara Uttsav Murti campaign to sponsor one of 15 uttsav (festival) acharya murtis. 15

We are happy to announce the inaugural Bhaktivedanta Institute Summer School (online-only). Everyone is encouraged to register for free (registration deadline: 10th July)! Please register and advertise this within your circles. Program: Four amazing sessions of online presentations of the latest research and projects of the BI covering: Mind & Consciousness, the Philosophy of Science,

The TOVP Fundraising Team is pleased to announce the launch of the Guru Parampara Murti Campaign giving the opportunity to sponsor one of 15 acharya murtis to be installed on the TOVP altar in 2026. These murtis will be carefully crafted in Jaipur out of white marble by the finest murti craftsmen according to very

Apara Ekadasi is observed on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight of the moon) in the Vedic month of Jyeshtha. It corresponds to the months of May-June in the Gregorian calendar. It is understood that by observing Apara Ekadasi vrata all the sins of the person will be washed away. This Ekadasi

HG Braja Vilasa prabhu announce the Nrsimha Navaratri nine day yajna at ISKCON Mayapur leading to Nrsimha Caturdasi on May 22. 108 offerings will be made to the Lord during this time, along with regular daily Go-puja. Take advantage of these auspicious yajnas to support the completion of the Nrsimha Wing by Nrsimha Caturdasi, and

Mohini Ekadasi vrata, also known as Vaisakha-sukla Ekadasi, is observed in the auspicious Vedic month of Vaishakha. It is one of the most important of the 24 Ekadashi vratas and is observed on the 11th day during the Shukla Paksha or the Full Moon fortnight. This year, Mohini Ekadasi (May 18 US / May 19

Mohini Ekadasi vrata, also known as Vaisakha-sukla Ekadasi, is observed in the auspicious Vedic month of Vaishakha. It is one of the most important of the 24 Ekadashi vratas and is observed on the 11th day during the Shukla Paksha or the Full Moon fortnight. This year, Mohini Ekadasi (May 18 US / May 19

This Nrsimha Caturdasi, May 22, signals the final day of the Give To Nrsimha 12 Day Matching Fundraiser and the completion of the Nrsimha Wing in the TOVP. The Wing was opened on March 1-2 during a grand celebration attended by thousands of ISKCON leaders and devotees. The matching fundraiser will help raise the funds

Ambarisa and Braja Vilasa prabhus and the entire TOVP Team would like to express our sadness upon the departure of HH Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaja from our earthly presence. However, we are relieved and confident to know that he is continuing to eternally follow in the footsteps of his divine master, His Divine Grace A.

Hare Krishna Dear Devotees, It is my greatest pleasure to announce that, with your continued support we will be completing the Nrsimhadeva Wing on Nrsimha Caturdasi, May 22. The historic opening of the Nrsimha Wing on March 1-2 was another milestone for the project, and in a few short years the main hall and altar

According to the Nrsimha Purana, if someone helps build a beautiful temple for Lord Nrsimhadeva, he goes to Vaikuntha. The TOVP Give To Nrsimha 12 Day Matching Fundraiser from May 10 (Akshaya Tritiya) – May 22 (Nrsimha Caturdasi) to complete Lord Nrsimha’s Wing in the TOVP is one such rare opportunity. And Ambarisa prabhu is

The most auspicious Akshaya Tritiya on May 10 begins the TOVP Give To Nrsimha 12 Day Matching Fundraiser. From May 10 until May 22 (Nrsimha Caturdasi), all donations and pledge payments to the TOVP will be matched by Ambarisa prabhu and used to complete the Nrsimhadeva Wing. If you have made a pledge, this is

Varuthini Ekadasi falls in the dark fortnight (Krishna paksha) of the month of Vaisakha. On the day of Varuthini Ekadasi, devotees worship and offer prayers to Lord Vamana the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In the literal sense, Varuthini means ‘protected’ and thus the devotees get protected from various negativities and evils by observing Varuthini Ekadashi.

HG Braja Vilasa prabhu announces the upcoming Give To Nrsima 12 Day Matching Fundraiser beginning on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya (May 10) until Nrsimha Caturdasi (May 22), to help complete the Nrsimha Wing. The Nrsimhadeva Wing is 80% complete and scheduled to be finished by Nrsimha Caturdasi. We humbly beseech every devotee to

May 10 is Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most important days in the Vedic calendar. Akshaya Tritiya is the appearance day of Lord Parasurama, and it is also the day that the Ganges descended to the earth. Most devotees know it as the beginning of Candana-yatra, but actually many of Lord Krishna’s other pastimes also

The TOVP Nrsimhadeva’s Wing is 80% complete and scheduled to be finished by Nrsimha Caturdasi, May 22 (India time). The entire ISKCON world witnessed the opening of the Wing on March 2 this year, and in just another few short years the TOVP will be officially opened, and all our beloved Mayapur Deities relocated to

Ekadasi is the 11th day of the Moon’s lunar phase, and Kamada Ekadasi falls on the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) in the month of the Chaitra (March-April). This day is also called ‘Chaitra Shukla Ekadasi.’ Ekadasi is a most auspicious time for spiritual advancement through fasting, increased hearing and chanting of the Lord’s glories and

The TOVP Fundraising Department has decided to extend the Nrsimha Brick Campaign to Nrsimha Caturdasi. The Nrsimha Wing is 80% complete and scheduled to be finished by Nrsimha Caturdasi. This extended campaign will help finance that goal. This announcement comes in conjunction with the Give To Nrsimha 12 Day Matching Fundraiser from May 10 (Akshsya

The Nrsimhadeva Wing dome interior is composed of 1700 steel brackets of varying sizes. 432 beautiful, gold-leafed diamond-like coffers are mounted on the steel brackets to adorn the interior ceiling of the 82ft (25m) high dome. They are acoustically designed to reduce excess echoing in the hall during kirtan. The Nrsimha Wing, which opened during

The TOVP Communications Department is happy to present the Visions of the TOVP video. These are the same beautiful, scenic views of the magnificent Temple of the Vedic Planetarium in our Visions of the TOVP Flipbook and 2024 calendar, shot by some of our best photographers. We hope these images inspire devotees with a vision

2024 celebrates the historic opening of the TOVP Nrsimha Wing on March 1-2, a miracle finally achieved. Now 80% complete, we are focusing our next big fundraiser, the annual Give To Nrsimha 12 Day Matching Fundraiser, on raising the capital required to finish the wing. From May 10 (Akshaya Tritiya) until May 22 (Nrsimha Caturdasi

Papamocani Ekadasi falls on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha (the waning phase of moon) in the month of Chaitra as per the North Indian calendar. However, in the South Indian calendar this Ekadasi is observed in the Vedic month of Phalgun. In the English calendar this corresponds to the months of March to

What is known as the ‘bhajan kutir’ in ISKCON Mayapur is the first structure built on the property, renovated from a dilapidated old house that existed there when the property was purchased in 1971. It was also the original ‘temple’, functioning as chota Radha Madhava’s first place of worship when They arrived in Mayapur in

From a Miracle in the Making to the Miracle is Happening, to the concluding Miracle is Achieved, Sri Nrsimha Vaibhavotsava – the historic opening of the TOVP Nrsimha Wing on March 1-2 was another milestone towards the Grand Opening of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium in 2026. The Nrsimha Wing will be 100% completed

Amalaki-vrata Ekadasi is celebrated in Krishna Paksha (Waxing Phase) in the Phalgun month (February–March). ‘Amalaki’ or ‘Amla’ is the Indian gooseberry, and the tree is celebrated on this day. It is believed that Lord Vishnu resides in this tree, and this occasion also marks the beginning of Holi — Indian festival of colors. This is