About Bhaktivedanta Ashram Bhubaneswar
Nestled in the sacred heritage of Ekamra Dham — the Temple City of Bhubaneswar, Bhaktivedanta Ashram stands as a serene center of devotion and spiritual learning. Located in the peaceful Sundarpada area, the ashram is just 5 km from the ancient Lingaraj Temple, 3 km from the Bhubaneswar Airport, and can be reached from the Bhubaneswar Railway Station within 10 km. With its spiritually uplifting environment and easy connectivity, the ashram welcomes devotees seeking peace, guidance, and the timeless wisdom of the Vedic tradition.
Following the Gaudiya Vaishnav Parampara, the ashram is dedicated to spreading the teachings and mission of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).
The purpose of Bhaktivedanta Ashram is to propagate the eternal message of the Vedas, glorify the divine culture of Sri Jagannath Dham, and uplift society through spiritual education. The ashram strives to help people develop a disciplined, pure, and joyful life through devotional practices, scriptural wisdom, and spiritual association.
Our Activities & Services
🌿 Food for Life (Annadan Seva)
Free prasadam distribution is organized during major festivals and special occasions, especially during Sri Jagannath Ratha Yatra, serving thousands of pilgrims and devotees with sanctified vegetarian meals.
📚 Vedic Competitions for Students
On occasions like Sri Krishna Janmastami, Gita Jayanti the ashram conducts Vedic knowledge and cultural competitions in schools to inspire young minds toward spiritual values, devotion, and moral life.
🧘♂️ Sadhu Seva
Serving and assisting Vaishnava sadhus and devotees visiting the holy dham is an integral part of the ashram’s service, recognizing them as the true representatives of Lord Krishna’s mercy.
🏡 Guest House for Devotees
The ashram provides comfortable accommodation for visiting devotees and pilgrims, offering them a peaceful spiritual environment near Sri Gundicha Temple for their stay in Puri.
“Jagannatha Swami Nayana Pathagami Bhavatu Me”
🚩 Tirtha Yatras (Spiritual Pilgrimages)
The ashram organizes devotional tours to holy places like Sri Vrindavan Dham, Dwaraka, and Sri Mayapur Navadvip Dham, allowing devotees to experience the transcendental atmosphere of these sacred abodes and deepen their spiritual connection with the Lord.