A Sacred Ashram for Devotion and Spiritual Guidance
Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam, guided by Kedarananda Maharaj, is a sacred place for devotion, learning, and spiritual practice. The Ashramam is home to temples where devotees gather for pujas, darshan, and spiritual guidance. Special darshan of Maharaj takes place during Amavasya and Pournami.
Story of Mahraj
Sri sri sri parmahamsha parivrajaka Kedarananda Maharaj was born in small village PothireddyPeta of Medak District. He is the younger son of sri Lakshmamma and sri Sayilu. His family migrated from Pothireddypeta to Nandipet (district:Nizamabad) for earning livelihood. In Nandipet, Maharaj family used to stay to the very beside of Vitaleswara temple and in a Brahmin family house. His mother used to work in that Brahmin family and Maharaj grown up in the same surroundings. Maharaj used to help temple priest in cleaning and washing of deities. In those surroundings Maharj's devotion also grown up with the age.
In 1987, at the age of 14 years Maharaj had been blessed with the dharshan of a Divya Phurusha (Holy Master) . Maharaj informed the same thing to his mother but she didn't believe it and on top of that she put him for work in paddy fields. Maharaj accepted that work and started going for work. One day, when he was going to field he saw two banans infront of the field gate. When reached them Maharaj blessed with dharashan of Nagendra and slither off into its place. Then swami took those bananas into hands and ate them as prasada, once after eating Nagendra appeared again. He frightened with this occurance and informed the same thing to his mother Lakshmamma. Then Swami's mother sent him to different paddy field but there also he saw two bananans on two tombs, swami took them to home and ate them after showing to mother.
Mother, with a little worry informed the happenings to House Owner Priest. Priest suggested breaking a coconut where Maharaj seen the snake. Maharaj went again and did the same thing as priest suggested. But God's wish is in different way, immediately after breaking the coconut Maharaj got darshan of Holy Master and that holy master asked for a coconut piece. When enquired who he is, Holy Master told Maharaj that he resides in nearby Jorpur village and then disappeared. Maharaj with confusion about happenings informed it to Mother in the presence of Priest.
Mother thought of sending his son to own village would keep him distance of all these happenings and he would be safe. Lakshmamma sent her son to pothireddypeta for distributing wedding invitations of village head (sarpanch) daughter. But, there is no place in this world where god cannot reach and no one can escape from God wish. After arriving Pothireddypeta Maharaj went to family house. The moment he entered the house by opening the doors he heard a voice of Bramhin asking for a Biksha (rice offering). Maharaj told that our family migrated to different location and nobody has been staying here for very long time. But Bramhin said No, you go inside and offer rice which is inside. To the surprise of Maharaj, he could find rice in a pot. After taking the rice, Bramhin said that I will come to your village and at that time you come with one copper paper. Bramhin disappeared after telling that. Once after returning home Maharaj told priest what had happened back in Pothireddypeta. He also told about the copper paper. Bramhin gave him the copper paper, Maharaj took that copper paper and went to banks of village pond. There one more time Maharaj blessed with the Darshan of Divya Phursha (Holy Master). That Divya Phurusha took him to the current ashram surroundings. In a situation where Maharaj was unware where he was, Holy Master moved a rock and took the Maharaj inside. Holy Master removed agnana (maya) from Maharaj by making maharaj to sit without clothes and gave him the UPADESHAM infront of Navanaths (9 deities). Holy Master also gave Maharaj a written copper paper and instructed him to use these things for LokaKalyanam (for the good of the society) and explained all the Dikshas (Holy Practices) procedures. From then onwards swami made that place as his staying place. In the very same place Shivalayam has been built.
After that in next 12 years Maharaj went into Diksha for 41 days in a year. In Diksha period swami used to take very little food. First year he did that by taking only glass of milk daily. After Diksha swami used to go for Holy Bath in Godavari by Porludandalu (rolling on the ground till destination), and Vemulavada, Basara by walk.
Now also Diksha starts on vijayadhasami day and continues for 36 days. Swami would take very little food during this period (like two bananas and glass of milk) daily. Next day to Karthika Pournami (day after coming out from diksha) festival would be made. Swami blesses each and every devotee. Swami also gives the holy dharshan on every Pournami and Amavasya at midnight (12'0 clock) and blesses each and every devotee
Temples and Pujas
Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam is home to several sacred temples, including the main Shiva Temple, Sai Baba Temple, Hanuman Temple, and Annapurna Maata Temple. Devotees can participate in daily worship, special pujas like Satyanarayana Puja, Shiva Kalyanam etc. and receive guidance from the Ashram’s priests. The Ashramam comes alive during major observances, including Maha Shivaratri, Amavasya and Pournami, with darshan and rituals led by Kedarananda Mahraj and the resident priests, offering a space for devotion, reflection, and spiritual growth.
Ashramam Facilities and Devotional Spaces
The Ashramam features temples, halls, guest rooms, Dhyan Mandir,Kalyana mandapam & a goshala supporting devotion, pujas, festival celebrations and Seva for the community.
Goshala
The Goshala at Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam is home to several cows, lovingly cared for by the Ashram. Devotees can participate in Gopuja, honoring the sacredness of the cows, while the animals enjoy free space and attentive care. The Goshala reflects the Ashram’s commitment to Dharma, Seva, and respect for all living beings.
Annadhanam Hall
The Annadhanam Hall is being constructed to serve as a dedicated space for community meals, prasadam distribution, and devotional gatherings. Once completed, it will provide devotees with a place to come together in service, Seva, and spiritual fellowship, supporting the Ashram’s mission of feeding both body and soul.
Main Prayer Hall
The Main Prayer Hall is the heart of Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam, where several daily pujas and, most importantly, Kedaranandan Swamiji’s discourses are held. On Pournami and Amavasya, special darshan takes place, during which Maharaj Puts vibhuti on forehead and delivers spiritual guidance. The hall also hosts Sadhu Sangam gatherings and other important spiritual occasions, bringing devotees together in devotion and community.
Vrudha Ashramam
Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam runs the Mangi Lakshmamma Vrudha Ashramam, a home dedicated to caring for elderly women aged 60 and above. The Ashram provides a safe, peaceful, and supportive environment where residents receive care, companionship, and spiritual support. Through compassion and Seva, the Ashram ensures that the elderly live with dignity, comfort, and connection to spiritual life.
Rooms for Staying
Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam provides rooms for devotees and guests who travel from afar to participate in pujas, darshan, and Ashram activities. These rooms offer a simple and peaceful place to stay, especially during major festivals and special occasions when devotees may need to remain overnight. The accommodation is also available for visiting sadhus and spiritual seekers from different parts of India, offering them a comfortable place to stay while they participate in the Ashram’s spiritual gatherings and practices.
Kalyana Mandapam
The Kalyana Mandapam at Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam provides a sacred space for traditional Hindu weddings and family celebrations. Devotees can conduct marriage ceremonies in a spiritual and auspicious environment within the Ashram. In the spirit of Seva and community support, the Ashram also organizes Samoohika Vivahams (mass marriages) once every year, where couples are married free of cost.
Become Part of Our Community
Kedareshwara Ashramam is the spiritual abode of many people in and around of Nandipet. His holiness Parmahamsa Parivrajaka Sri Sri Sri Kedarananda Maharaj is the divine guide for spiritual seekers.
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Ashramam Hours
Morning: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Evening: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Maharaj Special Darshan: Pournami & Amavasya night
Contact Us
Sri Kedareshwara Ashramam, Navasiddula Gutta,Nandipet,
Nizamabad,
phone no: +918462-271418
E-Mail: services@kedari.org