Srimad Samyamindra Tirtha Swamiji
25th Chaturmas of Kashi Mathadhipathi HH Shrimad Samyamindra Thirtha Swamiji at Kashi Mool Math, Brahma Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh..
The 25th Chaturmasa Vrata of HH Srimad Samyamindra Tirtha Swamiji, the Mathadhipathi of Sri Kashi Math Samsthan, is being observed with great religious fervour at the Moola Math at Brahma Ghat, on the banks of the sacred River Ganga in Kashi, Uttar Pradesh, with the participation of countless devotees and followers.
His Holiness is observing Chaturmasa at the Moola Math for the first time. Devotees from across India and abroad are arriving in large groups to seek his blessings and the grace of Sri Vyasa Raghupati Narasimha, the presiding deities of Sri Kashi Math, as well as Sri Lakshmi Narasimha, Sri Bindu Madhav, Sri Navneetha Krishna and Sri Brahmesha. Also, Samadhis of Srimad Upendra Tirtha Swamiji I, Srimad Raghavendra Tirtha Swamiji and, Srimad Upendra Tirtha Swamiji II (who attained Jala Samadhi here) are worshipped.
Under the guidance of Swamiji, this Math has been renovated and developed at a cost of approximately ₹10 crore through devotees’ contributions and support. Its interiors now reflect a harmonious blend of traditional identity and modern amenities.
Annadana and refreshments are being provided regularly. Every day at 4:30pm, meals are also served to approximately 1,000 residents of Kashi.
2 important events are as follow:
October 31, 2026: Mahasabha and Commemorative Coin Release
A ₹100 commemorative coin issued by the Government of India, bearing the likeness of His Holiness Srimad Sudhindra Tirtha Swamiji to mark his birth centenary, will be released by His Holiness Srimad Samyamindra Tirtha Swamiji.
The Central Government has already issued a postage stamp featuring His Holiness, and the coin release will mark another significant milestone.
November 1, 2026: Ganga Vandana
With the Kashi Math situated on the banks of the Ganga, an extraordinary river procession, “Ganga Vandana,” will be held on Sunday, November 1 evening, as a special part of the Chaturmasa celebrations.
The number 125 holds special significance: 100 boats commemorate the birth centenary of Srimad Sudhindra Tirtha Swamiji, while 25 mark the 25th Chaturmasa of Srimad Samyamindra Tirtha Swamiji. All 125 boats have already been arranged for what promises to be an unforgettable experience for devotees. Devotees from the GSB (Gowda Saraswat Brahmin) community from across India and abroad have already arrived in Kashi to witness this occasion.
The procession will begin at Brahma Ghat, proceed via Namo Ghat to Assi Ghat, where Ganga Aarti will be offered, and then return to the Kashi Math. Tiger dance performances, an impressive fireworks display and devotional dance-bhajan presentations by various bhajan groups will follow.
*Preparations are also underway to celebrate Deepavali in a special manner.
In a press release, Chaturmasa Committee Secretary – Atul Kudva has appealed to devotees to participate in large numbers in all the special cultural programmes being held from October 31 to November 7 and receive the blessings of Sri Hari-Guru.
