Welcome to HKM Trichy ஶ்ரீ ஶ்ரீ நிதாய் கௌராங்கர் · Sri Sri Nitai Gauranga Temple Daily Darshan: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM Upcoming: Purushottama Masa – May 16 to June 15, 2026 Join our Gita for Life Classes every Sunday 5:00 AM Annadaan: Feed devotees daily – Donate Now Welcome to HKM Trichy ஶ்ரீ ஶ்ரீ நிதாய் கௌராங்கர் · Sri Sri Nitai Gauranga Temple Today's Darshan: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM Upcoming: Purushottama Masa – May 16 to June 15, 2026 Join our Gita for Life Classes every Sunday 5:00 AM Annadaan: Feed devotees daily – Donate Now
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About HKM
Trichy

A sacred sanctuary of divine love, eternal wisdom and spiritual transformation in the heart of Tiruchirappalli

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HKM Trichy Temple Deity
Est. 1990s · Tiruchi
Our Sacred Abode

A Temple of Love,
Light & Liberation

"The purpose of the temple is to provide a place where people can come, hear about God, and become purified."
— Srila Prabhupada

HKM Trichy — the Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana Temple — stands as a luminous beacon of Vedic culture and spiritual wisdom in the ancient city of Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Nestled in the shadow of the majestic Rock Fort, our temple serves thousands of devotees, seekers and visitors who come to experience the transformative grace of Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana.

As part of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) — founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada — we are dedicated to spreading the eternal teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam throughout the Cauvery Delta region and beyond.

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Vibrant Temple CommunityA thriving congregation of hundreds of dedicated devotees, volunteers and life members united in divine service.
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Wisdom EducationFree weekly classes on Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, and Vedic philosophy open to all.
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Annadaan — Sacred FoodServing free sanctified prasadam to 500+ souls every single day without exception.
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Our Journey

The Sacred History
of HKM Trichy

From humble beginnings to a thriving spiritual centre — the story of how divine grace transformed Tiruchirappalli.

Early 1980s
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1980s — The Seeds Are Sown

First Devotees in Tiruchi

A small group of enthusiastic devotees inspired by Srila Prabhupada's books began holding home programmes and Harinam Sankirtan in the streets of Tiruchirappalli, planting the first seeds of Krishna consciousness in this ancient city.

1990s — Foundation

Temple Establishment

With the blessings of HKM leadership and the tireless dedication of local devotees, the formal temple of Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana was established in Tiruchirappalli. The beautiful Deities were installed with grand Vedic ceremonies.

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Mid 1990s
Early 2000s
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2000s — Education Blooms

Bhagavad Gita Classes Begin

Systematic Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam study programmes were launched, attracting students, professionals and families seeking spiritual wisdom. The temple became a centre of Vedic education in Tamil Nadu.

2010s — Service Expands

Annadaan & Community Outreach

The Annadaan programme was formalized, committing to feed hundreds of devotees and the needy daily. Youth programmes, Bal Vihar for children, and FOLK for young adults were launched, expanding the temple's reach across the city.

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2010–2019
2020–Present
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2020s — Digital & Beyond

Reaching the World Online

Embracing digital technology, HKM Trichy launched online darshan, virtual Bhagavad Gita classes and social media outreach — bringing the grace of Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana to devotees worldwide, even beyond Trichy.

Our Purpose

Mission, Vision &
Sacred Purpose

Three pillars that guide every activity at HKM Trichy

Our Mission
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Sacred Mission

To systematically propagate spiritual knowledge to society at large and to educate all peoples in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam as a means of checking the imbalance of values in life, achieving real unity and peace in the world.

Our Vision
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Divine Vision

To build a global community of spiritually awakened individuals who experience the topmost love of God — devotional service to Sri Sri Radha Krishna — and share that joy with every soul they encounter, transforming families, communities and the world.

Our Purpose
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Eternal Purpose

To bring every living being back to their original, blissful relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead — Sri Krishna — through the sublime process of Bhakti Yoga as taught by Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and revived by Srila Prabhupada.

Our Founder Acharya

His Divine Grace
A.C. Bhaktivedanta
Swami Prabhupada

Born in Calcutta in 1896, Abhay Charanaravinda Bhaktivedanta Swami — later known as Srila Prabhupada — received the instruction from his spiritual master to spread Krishna consciousness in the English-speaking world.

At the age of 69, with great personal conviction and only forty rupees, he boarded a cargo ship to New York. What followed was nothing short of a spiritual revolution — within eleven years he had circled the globe fourteen times and established 108 temples worldwide.

"If you simply present the teachings of Bhagavad Gita as they are — without any interpretation — that will do tremendous service to humanity."
— Srila Prabhupada
1896
Born in Calcutta, Bengal on the auspicious Nandotsava day
1965
Arrived in New York to begin the Hare Krishna movement in the West
1966
Founded ISKCON in New York — International Society for Krishna Consciousness
1977
Departed from this world in Vrindavan, leaving an eternal legacy of 80+ books
Srila Prabhupada

"Simply chant Hare Krishna and your life will be sublime."

— Srila Prabhupada
Our Spiritual Leaders

Guiding Hands &
Devoted Servants

The dedicated devotees who selflessly serve Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana and the HKM Trichy community

Temple President
"Serving the Lord and His devotees is the highest calling of human life."
President
HG Madhava Das
Temple President

Initiated disciple with 25 years of dedicated service to HKM Trichy. Oversees all temple operations, spiritual programmes and community outreach with deep love for Lord Krishna.

Head Pujari
"The deity is not an idol — He is the Lord Himself. Every offering must be done with complete love."
Head Pujari
HG Govinda Dasa
Head Pujari & Acharya

Master of Deity worship with 20 years of experience. Conducts all Aratis, Abhisheks and sacred rituals with meticulous attention and bhakti. Trained at ISKCON Vrindavan.

Education Director
"Knowledge of the self is the greatest wealth. Share it freely with all."
Education
HG Vrindavan Das
Director of Education

Leads the Bhagavad Gita Foundation Course and Srimad Bhagavatam classes. Has guided hundreds of students toward Krishna consciousness through inspired teaching and personal example.

Mataji
"A temple flourishes when its women devotees pour their hearts into service."
Welfare Head
HG Radharani Devi Dasi
Women's Wing & Welfare

Spearheads the temple's women's spiritual programs, coordinates the Annadaan initiative and runs the Bal Vihar children's programme with maternal love and dedication.

Youth Director
"Youth energy directed toward Krishna is the most powerful force on earth."
Youth Lead
HG Nityananda Das
FOLK Youth Programme Lead

Energizes the temple's youth outreach with retreats, discussion circles and service projects. Has brought hundreds of young professionals and students to the path of Bhakti Yoga.

Kirtan Lead
"Kirtan is not performance — it is a prayer from the heart to the Lord."
Kirtan
HG Balaram Das
Kirtan & Sankirtan Lead

Leads the Saturday Harinam Sankirtan and temple kirtan sessions with electrifying devotion. His melodious rendering of Srila Prabhupada's compositions transports devotees to Goloka.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

The timeless principles from the Bhagavad Gita that guide every action at HKM Trichy

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Bhakti — Devotion

Pure, unalloyed devotion to the Supreme Lord Sri Krishna as the highest goal and greatest joy of every living being's existence.

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Jnana — Knowledge

Spreading the eternal wisdom of the Vedas — especially the Bhagavad Gita — as the most precious gift that can be offered to humanity.

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Seva — Service

Selfless service to God and all living beings without ego or expectation. "Daivi Vak sampat" — divine wealth through giving.

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Ahimsa — Compassion

Non-violence and deep compassion toward all living entities. Feeding the hungry, protecting cows and serving the needy are acts of worship.

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Kirtan — Holy Name

The congregational chanting of the Holy Names of God is the yuga-dharma — the prescribed method of spiritual elevation for this age.

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Sangh — Community

A loving, supportive spiritual family where every devotee grows together in consciousness, care and collective aspiration for God.

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Sattva — Purity

Cultivating goodness in body, mind and speech through a pure sattvic lifestyle, vegetarian prasadam and mindful living.

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Parampara — Tradition

Honouring the unbroken disciplic succession from Krishna to the present day, preserving and transmitting Vedic culture faithfully.

Community
Community Service
Children
Bal Vihar
Outreach
Outreach Programmes
Community Impact

Transforming Lives
Beyond the Temple

HKM Trichy's impact extends far beyond the temple walls. Through consistent, compassionate and inspired service, we are transforming the spiritual, social and cultural fabric of Tiruchirappalli and its surrounding districts.

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Daily Annadaan — 500+ MealsHot, nutritious prasadam served to devotees, students, workers and the needy every single day of the year without interruption.
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Book Distribution DrivesThousands of Srila Prabhupada's books distributed at colleges, offices, hospitals and public spaces across Tamil Nadu.
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Bal Vihar — 100+ ChildrenWeekly spiritual education programme for children, instilling Vedic values, ethics and love for God from a young age.
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Cow Protection GosalaMaintaining a gosala (cowshed) to protect and lovingly care for sacred cows according to Vedic tradition.
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College Outreach ProgrammesVisiting NIT Trichy, Anna University and other institutions with Bhagavad Gita seminars and stress-management workshops rooted in Vedic wisdom.
Global Movement

ISKCON — A
Worldwide Spiritual Family

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is one of the world's largest and most respected Vaishnava organisations, with temples, farms, restaurants, schools and cultural centres on every continent.

Founded in 1966 by Srila Prabhupada in New York, ISKCON today represents a global community of millions united in the practice of Bhakti Yoga — the yoga of divine love — as taught in the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam.

800+
Temples Worldwide
120+
Countries Reached
80+
Books by Prabhupada
550M+
Free Meals Per Year
ISKCON Global
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World's Largest Vegetarian Food Relief Programme
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500+ Million Books Distributed worldwide since 1966

Come, Experience
Divine Consciousness

Whether you are a lifelong devotee or taking your very first step on the spiritual path — Sri Sri Radha Madana Mohana's doors are always open. Come, receive Their blessings and discover the infinite joy of Krishna consciousness.

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