After a long time, we once again had the joy of celebrating the divine twins, HG Jahnanivas Prabhu and our beloved Sripad Pankajanghri Prabhu, just as we always have in the past. This year, on the 19th, the atmosphere was nothing short of blissful—filled with heartfelt offerings, cherished memories, and the ever-present mercy of Sri Sri Radha Madhava as we celebrated their 81st Vyasa Puja!
Seeing the radiant smile of HG Jahnanivas Prabhu was a sight that warmed every heart. It was as if the love and devotion of his dear twin, HG Pankajanghri Prabhu, were still shining through him, reminding us all that their service, their dedication, and their bond transcend time. Their presence—one seen and one unseen—was deeply felt, and their legacy of pure devotion continues to inspire us all.
Truly, these divine brothers are an embodiment of unalloyed bhakti!
The Sri Navadvipa-dhama Virtual Parikrama offers a spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience, inspired by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura’s vision. This initiative provides darshan of holy places, scriptural insights, enlightening videos, and Google-integrated navigation. QR codes at holy places grant instant access to Gaudiya Vaishnava teachings. With a mobile-friendly, multilingual platform, devotees worldwide can engage in parikrama virtually, fulfilling the desires of previous acharyas and spreading the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura instructed Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura, “Try to begin the parikramā of Śrīdhāma Navadvipa as soon as possible. Thereby everyone in the universe can receive Krsna-bhakti.” Inspired by this instruction, our goal is to serve all visitors, guests of Mahaprabhu, ensuring a meaningful and spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience while exploring the holy places in Sri Navadvipa-dhama.
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Srila Prabhupada, “There is no one as merciful as Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu within all three worlds. Simply by seeing Him from a distance, one is overwhelmed with love of Godhead.” (CC Madhya 16.121) Our mission is to inspire everyone on their spiritual journey, deepen their understanding of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s teachings, and spread the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama across the world.
In all nine of those islands of the Navadvīpa area there are different places for cultivating devotional service. It is stated in Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam (SB 7.5.23) that there are nava-vidha bhakti, nine different activities of devotional service:
śravaṇaṁ kīrtanaṁ viṣṇoḥ smaraṇaṁ pāda-sevanam
arcanaṁ vandanaṁ dāsyaṁ sakhyam ātma-nivedanam
There are different islands in the Navadvīpa area for cultivation of these nine varieties of devotional service. They are as follows: (1) Antardvīpa, (2) Sīmantadvīpa, (3) Godrumadvīpa, (4) Madhyadvīpa, (5) Koladvīpa, (6) Ṛtudvīpa, (7) Jahnudvīpa, (8) Modadruma-dvīpa and (9) Rudradvīpa. (CC Adi 13.30 purport)
Embark on a transformative pilgrimage like never before! To enhance accessibility and deepen the experience of devotees, QR codes are now being installed at various holy places across Sri Navadvipa-dhama.
By simply scanning a QR code, pilgrims can access the authentic teachings of Srila Prabhupada and the Gaudiya Vaishnava Acharyas, including scriptural wisdom, videos, Vaisnava bhajans, and links to other holy places in multiple languages (translated via Google). This initiative transforms the traditional pilgrimage into an immersive, interactive, and spiritually uplifting experience, bringing Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s mercy to every visitor’s fingertips.
To help you plan your pilgrimage, we have also launched an eBook – Sri Navadvipa-dhama Parikrama – featuring the locations of various holy places in each island.
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Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura writes in Sri Navadvipa Dhama Mahatmya, “What one attains by traveling to all the holy places is attained just by remembering Navadvipa.” Whether you are seeking spiritual nourishment, exploring the rich spiritual and cultural heritage of the holy places, or simply longing to connect with the sacred pastime places of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, our project serves as an immersive experience for both physical and virtual pilgrimages, right at your fingertips.
For devotees who are unable to physically visit Sri Navadvipa-dhama or undertake long-distance parikrama, this virtual pilgrimage provides a meaningful alternative, allowing them to experience and perform parikrama at their own pace, throughout the year. Through a mobile-friendly, multilingual platform we aim to inspire everyone to explore, experience, and connect their heart to the unlimited mercy of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, fulfilling the desires of our previous Acharyas. We encourage devotees to utilize this spiritual resource to organize parikramas in their local communities!
Srila Prabhupada, “Lord Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu ‘s pastimes are all uncommon. Whoever listens to His activities becomes glorious, and his life becomes perfect.” (CC Madhya 16.201)
This project fosters a consistent routine of spiritual connection by providing easy access to resources that enable everyone to study and explore the pastime places of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. We would be grateful for your support in spreading the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama by sharing this project with your congregation, family, friends, visitors, and on social media platforms. Together, we can connect more devotees with the unlimited mercy of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu from anywhere in the world.
We warmly invite you to share your feedback and suggestions to further enhance this project by emailing us at ‘masterplan@mayapur.ngo’
Thank you very much for your kind support and participation in this initiative.
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By Nandan Dasa, Mayapur Master Plan Office
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After accepting sannyasa, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, overwhelmed with Krishna-prema, set out towards Vrindavan. However, by the arrangement of Nityananda Prabhu, He was instead guided to Shantipur, where He stayed at the home of Advaita Acharya.
News of His arrival spread quickly, and devotees from Navadvipa and surrounding areas rushed to see Him. Saci Mata, His beloved mother, also came. Seeing her son with a shaved head and the robes of a renunciant, she was heartbroken but knew that this was His divine calling. The meeting between mother and son was filled with deep emotion. Mahaprabhu offered His respects and assured her that though He had taken sannyasa, He was still her son.
At the request of Saci Mata, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu agreed to make Jagannath Puri His residence. She reasoned that Puri was close enough that she could receive news of Him through the traveling devotees. Out of love and devotion for His mother, He accepted her wish.
During His stay in Shantipur, Mahaprabhu revealed His divine form as Krishna to Advaita Acharya and the devotees. Overwhelmed with ecstasy, they bathed in the Ganges together, singing and dancing in kirtan. The entire village was immersed in the waves of devotion. Even those who had never chanted before were swept up in the divine energy of Mahaprabhu’s presence.
It is also in Shantipur that the disappearance day of Madhavendra Puri, the spiritual master of Advaita Acharya and Isvara Puri, is observed with great reverence. Mahaprabhu glorified Madhavendra Puri as the root of Krishna-prema in the Gaudiya Sampradaya. It is said that anyone who honors prasadam on this auspicious day receives the special mercy of Govinda and can attain pure love for Krishna.
The blissful and heartwarming Navadvipa Mandal Parikrama came to an end yesterday. But in Krishna consciousness, nothing truly ends. Every day is filled with festivals, kirtan, and opportunities for service, and as we continue the Gaura Purnima celebrations, the mercy only increases.
On March 9th, we had a special event in honor of International Women’s Day—the first-ever Savitri Awards, celebrating the Vaishnavis of Sridham Mayapur. It was a beautiful gathering, graced by the presence of many senior devotees and well-wishers, including HH Jayapataka Swami, HG Brajavilas Das, and HG Subheksana Das. Our guest speakers, HG Atitaguna Mataji, Yasomati Mataji, and HG Rucitambar Mataji, shared their wisdom and encouragement, making the occasion even more special.
After an uplifting session of kirtan and katha, the awards were presented by HH Jayapataka Swami. Among the recipients was HG Nayatri Mataji, who has been dedicated to mala seva for the deities and has served tirelessly in the guesthouse kitchen for over sixteen years. HG Rasesvari Mataji, who arrived in Mayapur in 1991, has been managing the accounts for TOVP, overseeing the administration of the Sri Mayapur International School, cooking for HH Jayapataka Maharaj, and teaching at the Mayapur Institute. So many wonderful Vaishnavis were honored for their years of unwavering service, and it was truly inspiring to witness.
And now, as one festival comes to a close, another beautiful one is about to begin. Tomorrow is the Shantipur festival, one of the most cherished celebrations of Gaura Purnima. Devotees will travel to the sacred home of Madhavendra Puri, where prasadam distribution takes place on a grand scale. Huge pots of steaming khichuri, fresh sabjis, sweets, and butter will be lovingly prepared and served to everyone, just as it was done centuries ago. No one leaves hungry, and for a moment, it feels as if the whole world is being nourished by Krishna’s mercy. Devotees sing, dance, and listen to Hari-katha, completely absorbed in the joy of service.
There’s something truly special about this festival—the kindness, the generosity, the spirit of devotion. Whether attending in person or remembering it from afar, the heart naturally fills with gratitude. And for those who contribute to the prasadam distribution on this sacred day, the blessings they receive are immeasurable. By serving others, we serve Mahaprabhu directly, and the mercy that flows from this seva is beyond imagination.
Thousands of pilgrims and Dham vasis will be there, and the opportunity to take part in this service is open to all. It’s a rare chance to receive unlimited blessings through the simple yet profound act of feeding others. If your heart feels inspired, don’t miss this chance to be part of something so meaningful.
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