The ancient spiritual city of Rishikesh witnessed an extraordinary convergence of devotion, bhakti yoga practice, music, and cultural exchange during the five-week Rishikesh Kirtan Fest 2025, which concluded on March 25 after captivating tens of thousands of participants from across the globe. Under the spiritual guidance of Vaishnava leader Indradyumna Swami, the festival transformed the banks of the sacred Ganges River into a vibrant celebration of devotional chanting that bridged traditiona
Indradyumna Swami presenting the memoir to Prime Minister Modi
Indradyumna Swami’s memoir, Adventures of a Travelling Monk: A Memoir was released on April 24, 2024. It drew further attention on February 10, 2025, when it was presented to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
During a gathering in New Delhi, Prime Minister Modi greeted Indradyumna Swami by saying, “Hare Krishna!” and enthusiastically accepted a copy of the book. According to an entry in his diary, Indradyumna Swami briefly descri
