Amrithagiri Himalaya gears up to host various events to showcase & promote the ethos of indian culture in the upcoming year.
A collection of milestones and memorable moments
Amrithagiri Himalaya successfully hosted the exclusive webinar “Mahakumbh 2025 – A Journey of Peace “February 24, 2025, bringing together top scholars and experts to explore the historical, spiritual, and educational significance of Mahakumbh 2025.
Renowned Scholars Sharing Insights on Peace and Spirituality
As part of the River Ganga Project initiated by the University of Kerala in association with Amrithagiri Himalaya,Dr Girish Kumar R ,HOD,Dept of Political Science,University of Kerala and Sri Denny Amrithagiri, Chairman Amrithagiri Himalaya participated in the Ganga Aarti as chief guests at Satrugna Temple Matt.
Manoj Divedji, Mehant of Satrugna Temple is seen seated near.
A national seminar was held on September 17, 2024, at Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU), organized by the Departments of Defense Studies, Geopolitical Studies, and Political Science. The seminar addressed cultural, ecological, governance, and security issues related to the River Ganga.
Dr. Girish Kumar R, Head of the Department of Political Science at the University of Kerala, delivered a keynote emphasizing the urgent need for collective action to protect the Ganga. He highlighted the interconnection between ecology, culture, governance, and security, advocating for interdisciplinary approaches and greater academic involvement in research, community engagement, and policy recommendations.
Dr. Kumar praised HNBGU’s conservation efforts while discussing ongoing government initiatives, noting that not all have achieved optimal outcomes. He called for the establishment of a Ganga Knowledge Centre at the university to support multidisciplinary studies and resource mobilization.
Addressing security concerns, including threats from China and challenges faced by riverbank communities, Dr. Kumar stressed the importance of strengthened institutional frameworks, community participation, and transparent decision-making. He also highlighted the GRAMSAMBARK program by Amrithagiri Himalaya as a pioneering community awareness initiative.
The seminar featured distinguished speakers, including Prof. H.C. Nainwal, Prof. Prasanth Kandari, Prof. J.P. Bhatt, and Prof. Ashutosh Gupta, with Er. Binesh Bhatia serving as convenor. The event concluded with a Q&A session, Presidential Remarks by Prof. Himanshu Bourai, and a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Naresh Kumar.
A unique Gramasambark program was organized by Amrithagiri Himalaya in collaboration with Neelkanth Mahadev Temple at Neelkanth Mahadev Shishu Vidya Mandir School. Attended by students, parents, teachers, and villagers, the event aimed to understand the challenges faced by the community.
Presided over by Prof. Girish Kumar, HOD of Political Science at the University of Kerala, the program included participation from dignitaries like Sri Sandeep Kumar (Grama Pradhan), Avinash Nautiyal (School President), and Sri Denny Amrithagiri (Chairman, Amrithagiri Himalaya). Villagers voiced their struggles, and Sri Mahipal Singh Thakur, President of Amrithagiri Ashram Himalaya, presented a ₹1 lakh cheque to support the school’s development, continuing Amrithagiri’s three-year financial support.
The program’s success highlighted the need for sustainable solutions to the villagers’ issues. Amrithagiri plans to use insights from the event to collaborate with governmental and non-governmental organizations, aligning with initiatives like the Clean Ganga Plan and NAMAMI, to improve education, health, and overall living conditions in the village.
As part of its association with the University of Kerala, Amrithagiri Himalaya is proud to announce its participation in one of the most religious and spectacular events connected with River Ganga viz. The Ganga Mahotsav and the Dev Deepavali Festivals. Dev Deepavali is a significant festival in Varanasi celebrated on the occasion of Kartik Poornima which is fifteen days after Deepavali. This year the festival fell on the 15th of November. Dev Deepavali is a significant festival in Varanasi celebrated on the occasion of Kartik Poornima which is fifteen days after Deepavali.
Integral Books, a sister concern of Amrithagiri Himalaya, participated in the Kochi International Book Festival held from November 29, 2024, to December 8, 2025, at Ernakulathappan Grounds, Kochi. The event showcased their diverse range of publications on spirituality, personal growth, and cultural heritage, drawing literary enthusiasts and reinforcing their commitment to meaningful literature.
