Spiritual Activities

Our Programs

From early morning aartis to evening kirtans, from Bhagavatam classes to the Sunday Feast - there is something for every seeker at ISKCON Bhopal BYC.

4:30 AMMangala Arati

4:50 AMNrisimha Arati

5:00 AMTulasi Arati

5:15 AMJapa Meditation

7:20 AMShringar Arati

7:25 AMGuru Puja

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Daily

Daily Aartis

From 4:30 AM

Twelve aartis daily - from Mangala Arati at 4:30 AM to Shayan Arati at 8:45 PM. Each aarti is accompanied by melodious kirtans, incense, and flower offerings to the deities.

Daily

Bhagavatam Class

7:45 AM

A daily discourse on the Srimad Bhagavatam - the mature fruit of Vedic literature - led by experienced devotees. Open to all, regardless of spiritual background.

Daily

Japa Meditation

5:15 AM

Group chanting of the Hare Krishna Mahamantra on japa beads - the recommended meditation for this age. The tranquil early-morning atmosphere makes this an especially powerful experience.

Daily

Evening Kirtan

7:00 PM

The Sandhya Aarti kirtan fills the temple with devotional music each evening - the perfect way to end the day in Krishna's presence. Families especially are welcome.

Every Sunday

Sunday Feast

6:00 PM

The famous Sunday Feast Program - kirtans, a Bhagavad Gita lecture by a senior devotee, and a sumptuous prasadam feast for all. This is ISKCON's signature programme for guests and newcomers.

Weekly

Bhakta Program

By enquiry

A structured study program for newcomers and serious seekers - covering Bhagavad Gita, Vaishnava philosophy, japa practice, and devotional lifestyle. Batches starting regularly.

Throughout the year

Festival Celebrations

See calendar

Grand celebrations for Janmashtami, Gaura Purnima, Rama Navami, Radhashtami, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and other Vaishnava festivals - each observed with special programmes, abhishek, and feasts.

Daily

Anna Daan (Prasadam Distribution)

After aartis

Free prasadam (sanctified food) is distributed daily to all visitors. On special festivals and Sundays, large-scale community meals are organised - open to all without exception.