Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam & East/North-East Regions
Service & Cultural Activity Focus of the Peetam
Purva Tirupati Balaji Mandir
Adi Shankaracharya Sannadhi, Kamakhya
Shiv Panchayatan Mandir, Sikkim
Historically, the connection between Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam and the regions of East & North-East India dates back to 2500 and odd years. Adi Shankara’s ‘Paramaguru’ Sri Gaudapada hailed from Gauda Desha, the present Bengal. The 65th Acharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, Sri Mahadevendra Saraswathi had gone on pilgrimage touching the borders of Orissa.
The visit of His Holiness Sankaracharya Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi, the 68th Acharya, to Calcutta and parts of Bengal during the 1930s is till today cherished as a memorable event. At a later date, during the turbulent period of partition, Bengal had to face mass killings and calamities. HH instilled in them a sense of self confidence, the guts to face the hard realities, and thus assured them of a society where they can look for solace, compassion, and social security. Also, His Holiness opined that, taking cognisance of the services rendered to the victims of the genocide, the volunteers whether Hindus or Muslims should be duly honoured, irrespective of the victim being a Hindu or a Muslim.
The continued interaction between Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam & the East-NorthEast Regions is still today a reality. HH Sankaracharya Sri Sri Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Swamiji Maharaj has the distinction of covering the land of Bengal and Assam several times on foot, subsequently accompanied by the 70th Acharya Sri Sri Sri Sankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya Swamiji during their "Vijaya Yatras", which paved way for the multifaceted religious, social, medical-care, and temple-related activities in the region.
On the occasion of the 75th year of His Avathar, year-long celebrations are being held throughout the Nation. The Eastern & North-Eastern Regions were graced with His Holiness’s recent visit during April-May 2010.
Special Pujas & Events held in the past
- Veda Sammelan at Sikkim - 22-24 March 2014
- Vishwa Shanti Maha Yagnya & Rudra Japam performed at Arunachal Pradesh - 5-9 March 2014
- Brahmaputra Aarti Performed - 10 Mar. 2014
- Vishwa Shanti Maha Yagnya at Arunachal Pradesh - 5-9 March 2014
- Purva Tirupati Balaji Mandir, Guwahati-Assam Annual Brahmotsavam - 5-15 February 2014
- Navaratri Mahotsavam at Ved Bhavan - Kolkata - 4-14 Oct. 2013
- Maharudram at Gangtok, Sikkim - 14-17 September 2013
- Sri Shankara Jayanthi Mahotsav performed at Sikkim - 13-20 May 2013
- Sri Shankara Jayanthi celebrated in Asansol - 22 May 2013
Service Activity Focus in North-East & East India
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham carries out many Service activities. Health Care, Community Help, and Social Service are some of the key areas where it provides assistance to the Public.
While these are carried out largely in India, the Peetam has a Global presence with Members living in different Countries supporting the work areas.
In India, apart from rendering service in various States, the Peetam has been focusing specially on the North East in sync with the intense requirements of the Region. The Peetam has studied the needs in detail through several surveys, visits of Representatives to the Region, and dialogue with a wide cross section of the Society. Thereafter, it has evolved implementation plans to extend assistance to the society.
The Plans implemented so far and those which are under consideration are given below State-wise:
Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya - Guwahati
Started with benign blessings of Jagadguru Shankaracharyas of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam in 1994, the Shankaradeva Nethralaya in Guwahati is a Specialty Eye Care Center staffed by some of the finest Eye Doctors of National and International Repute. The Hospital has State of the Art Equipment based on high technology and backed by continuous R&D efforts. The Center takes pride in offering quality eye treatment to the Public at very affordable costs in line with the policy of the Peetam. A Professional Trust manages the Hospital with a sense of future vision and plans for continuous development to meet public needs. Well located in the North East, the Center caters to the eye care needs of all the eight States of North East as also neighbouring Bangladesh. Several well-known Celebrities of India have visited the Hospital and endorsed the high quality of treatment, including a former President and the present Prime Minister of India. The Central Government and the State Government of Assam have provided a lot of support to the Organisation.
Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya (Unit of Sri Kanchi Sankara Health & Education Foundation)
96, Vashishta Road, Beltola, Guwahati 781028
Phones: 0361-2272465, 2305516, 2228922, 2228879
Email: ssnghy1@gmail.com
Sri Purva Tirupati Balaji Mandir - Guwahati
Located in Betkuchi on the outskirts of Guwahati is this popular Balaji Temple constructed on a huge 16-plus acres of land in 1998. Built to traditional requirements, the Temple is considered to be a Replica of Tirupati in the East of India and hence called as Purva Tirupati Balaji temple.
Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Seva Samithi (Balaji Mandir)
NH 37, Betkuchi, P.O. Garchuk, Guwahati 781035
Tel(Mob.): 93950-95758
Email: balajimandir.guwahati@gmail.com
Contact Person: Sri Balasubramanian
Adi Sankara Mandap inside Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam
Idol of Shri Adi Sankara inside Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam
Devi Kamakhya Mandir - Shaktipeeth - Guwahati, Assam
Here the plans are to construct a Health Care and Education Complex which will include:
- Constructing a Health Care Center which will include a full-fledged Eye Care Center in or around Agartala, for which dialogue with the Government has been initiated regarding land location.
- Establishing Schools in various places.
Special Visits & Ancient Sites:
A Socio Cultural Complex in Imphal including a Health Care Center to cater to the needs of the Manipur Residents is being planned. Dialogue has already been initiated with the Government, who are favourably disposed to the allotment of land on a special basis with offer of all support for the successful start of the Complex.
Yagnyas & Spiritual Programs:
Shiva Panchayatan Mandir & Patashala
A Shiva Panchayatan Temple has already been constructed in Ranipool close to Gangtok in line with the request of the local Residents. The Temple is a major attraction and satisfies the spiritual needs of the Residents.
Recently (May, 2013), a Veda Patashala has been commenced inside the Temple complex.
Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Seva Samithi (Shiva Panchayatan Mandir)
Nandok, Ranipool 737102, East Sikkim
Contact: Sri Sundar Malayappan - 9840494696 - sikkimsundar@gmail.com
Sri Sriram Mahalingam - 98409 42827
Kanchi Kamakoti Vidya Bharti School - Shillong
Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Vidya Bharti School is running under the auspices of the Peetam in Shillong. Further construction plans are under way as a part of expansion.
A Ganesh Temple has also been constructed in Shillong based on public request.
Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Shankara Health Education And Charitable Trust (Meghalaya)
Jeewan Ram Mungi Devi Goenka Complex, Upper Mawprem, Lower Bara Pathar (Maw Bah), Shillong 793002
Contact Person: Mr. Baldev
Phone: 9436114210
Dating back to a long tradition in History, Arunachal Pradesh has Social, Cultural, and Community requirements which we will be addressing in consultation with the Public and Government of Arunachal Pradesh.
We will also help the patients needing medical attention to be guided to the intended Super Specialty Hospital at Silchar.
Spiritual Yatras & Events:
Ved Bhavan - Kolkata
The Ved Bhavan at Kolkata is a hub of spiritual and cultural activities. From various special pujas including navaratras, Veda Parayanam, Shankara Jayanti and Jayanti Mahotsavam of Acharyas, Bhajans and Namasankeertanam, various cultural programmes are held on a regular basis.
50, Lake Avenue, Kolkata 700026
TEL: 033-24639049
Mob: 9432167901
Contact: Mr. G.N. Subramanian
Sankara Nethralaya - Kolkata
A Hospital is functioning in South Kolkata which offers free medical eye treatment to Patients.
147, Mukundapur Eastern Metro Bypass, Kolkata 700099
Phone: 033-44013000
Contact: Mr. Komal Dashora
Siliguri Veda Pathashala & Centre
Sri Triveni Vidyapith (Veda Pathashala) is functioning at Siliguri.
Plans are under way to construct a Kanchi Kamakoti Cultural Center at Siliguri to revive the Culture of the Region. The complex will house a Senior Citizen Home with a Mini Hospital, Schools, Exhibition of Indian Murals, Greenery, and related facilities like a Library.
Immediate needs are a Senior Citizen Home and a Medical ICU. This matter is currently under active study.