Atmashrama
A journey from the roots in the Service of Almighty
Year 2000
Madhwa Navami, Malkhed: It was Madhwa Navami, an auspicious day for all Vaishnavas. The day on which Sri Madhwacharya left for Badari. His gift to humanity is a treasure of knowledge contained in his Sarvamoola works. It is the opinion of the learned that if one fails to listen to this at least once in his lifetime has wasted his life in vain. Deriving inspiration from such sayings, a young software professional in his late 20’s for the first time in his life fell at the feet of the pontiff of Sri Uttaradi Math, Sri Satyatma Tirtha Maha Swamigalu with an ardent desire to relinquish his lucrative career in the software industry and devote his entire life to learn about the teachings of Sri Madhwacharya.
Akshaya Trutiya, Bangalore: It was Akshaya Trutiya, an auspicious day for Hindus. As per the orders of Sri Maha Swamigalu, the young man meets Sri Swamiji at Sri Jayateertha Vidyapitha. Sri Swamiji blesses him and asks him to join the Vidyapeetha and undertake the study of Vedanta and other shastras. The study of the Shastra begins from basic Sanskrit Grammar and Logic.
Year 2006
Vasanta Panchami, Tirukoilur: On the auspicious day of Vasanta Panchami the young engineer excels in an oral exam conducted in the presence of over hundred experts in various shastras in the august presence of Sri Maha Swamigalu. The young scholar graduates from Sri Jayatirtha Vidyapeetha and is conferred the title “Sriman Nyaya Sudha Vidwan”. Vishnu for beginners, the young scholar’s first book on Madhwa Philosophy is released by Sri Swamigalu on his graduation day. By this time Acharya also completes M.A in Sanskrit from Mysore University standing 4th in the University Ranking.
The young scholar continues his higher learning at the feet of Sri Maha Swamigalu and studies the Upanishad Bhashyas, Tarka Tandavam and other Sarvamoola Texts.
Sri Swamigalu entrusts the task of spreading awareness about the Math and its activities to the devotees and followers of Sri Swamiji around the globe through the web. The young Acharya using his creative skills brings the devotees closer to the Math and Swamiji through the Math’s website. Live Streaming of Sri Swamiji’s discourses begins for the first time.
Acharya starts interacting with professionals from various walks of life – doctors, administrators, public servants, engineers become his disciples and start their philosophical journey under the guidance of Sri Acharya.
Acharya enrolls himself to a PhD program in Veda Bhashya from Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.
Year 2010
August 15th, Bangalore: Atmashrama, an institution with an ambitious vision of rekindling Vedic Wisdom for Modern Living, headed by Sri Acharya as its founder is established. The first National Conference on Spiritual Research Methodologies at Brigade Millennium Convention Hall at JP Nagar, Bangalore.
Atmopasana Dhyana Yoga, a powerful meditation technique fully authenticated by the scriptures, was introduced to the spiritual practitioners on this day, which works wonders for the stressed mind and energizes the soul to make a perfectly crafted beautiful personality. A DVD with an introduction to the technique and the guided meditation was released.
Foundation stone for Atmashrama Building : Acharya lays foundation stone for the future building for Atmashrama at Banashankari 6th Stage 4th Block.
Year 2011
December 25th, Bangalore: The second edition of Dasoham was held with the Mind & Meditation as its theme. The Vagdevi Vilas Institutions, Marathahalli, Bangalore was chosen as the venue for this mega fair which saw thousands of visitors. A huge Dvaita Vedanta Exhibition was held in the Vagdevi Vilas campus. Doctors and Researchers from NIMHANS, Bangalore organized a Brain Exhibition and made poster presentations. Several government agencies like NIMHANS, Bangalore Traffic Police participated. Atmopasana Dhyana Yoga Meditation sessions were conducted Children were enthralled with Treasure Hunt, Quiz Competitions and other attractive events. In the evening a culture fest was organized which showcased the Rukmini Kalyanam ballet Bhushans Academy of Dance.
January 7 – 11, Bangalore: Atmashrama participated in the World Sanskrit Book Fair with a humble stall fees of Rs. 4000. A Sanskrit Audio Album Ide Sumano Vanim which consisted of Sanskrit songs composed by Sri Acharya was released which became very popular with thousands of copies sold in a single day. Atmashrama's Vyakarana Deepika Varna Mala Chart, Sandhi Simulator and Electronic Quiz Board also attracted many visitors to Atmashrama’s stall.
April 29th, Bangalore: With the help of sale proceeds of the Sanskrit Album and Charts, Acharya builds a small kuteera for conducting classes at the Banashankari 6th stage site which was inaugurated by Sri 1008 Sri Satyatma Tirtha Swamiji. Sri Swamiji inaugurated Mahabharata, Srimad Bhagavata and Sarvamoola Gita Bhashya Patha.
Year 2012
Launch of Madhwa @ Heart: Acharya’s participation in several youth conferences and conducting of several workshops and interaction with young boys and girls inspired him to launch a Youth Empowerment Programme called Madhwa @ Heart. A monthly magazine in English completely managed by young minds was launched with Acharya as its chief editor. The Madhwa @ Heart interaction programmes caught the imagination of many young minds who shaped their modern life under the umbrella of our religion and culture under the able guidance of Sri Acharya.
World Wide Sticker Campaign : The Mama Swami Harir Nityam Sarvasya Patireva Cha – Sanskrit, Kannada, English and Telugu stickers where launched during the Chaturmasya. A record 5 lakh stickers were distributed which were proudly displayed by almost every Madhwa Matha and Homes across the country.
Year 2013
Establishment of Atmashrama Gurukula - May 18: Atmashrama Gurukula, with a vision to groom future ready scholars in Veda & Vedanta started with 3 students imparting full time residential education for young vatus.
October 13: Madhwa @ Heart Varshikotsava was held at N.R.Colony with many Madhwa Youth participating. Several presentations and lectures were held during the daylong event.
Conception of Madhwa Lab: Plan chalked out for constructing Madhwa Lab, Atmashrama’s high tech facility for a unique spiritual experience. The Madhwa Lab campus was proposed to have a facility for Madhwa Gurukula, A 40 seater Theater, A recording studio and electronic Madhwa Gallery. Fund raising commences and the Madhwa Community and well-wishers stand behind this project with their overwhelming support
Yadavaryaru – A Sphoortiya Kirana – A short documentary on Yadavaryaru released.
Year 2014
December 27: A seminar on Bhedojjivana was held at Atmashrama in which several scholars from Poorna Pragna Vidyapeetha and Sri Jayateertha Vidyapeetha participated.
Acharya awarded PhD for the thesis Contribution of Sri Madhwacharya to Vedic Exegisis – वेदव्याख्याने श्रीमन्मध्वाचार्याणां योगदानम्
Year 2015
Pravachana Mandira: Sri Swamiji inaugurated the Pravachana Mandira and Dining Hall facilities of Atmashrama.
Strength of Atmashrama Gurukula students increases to 6
Year 2016
Gurukula Construction Completes - Akshaya Trutiya: Swamiji inaugurates the Gurukula Wing of Madhwa Lab.
August 21: The first Sumadhwa Vijaya Mangala was celebrated at Ananteshwara Devalaya, Udupi
Madhyama Vyayoga – A single act Sanskrit drama of Bhasa was depicted by Atmashrama Gurukula Vidyarthis
19 Oct: First visit to Badarinath along with Sri Satyatma Tirtha Maha Swamiji
Year 2017
Yadavaryaru – Sphoortiya Kirana an expanded documentary with real location clips and interviews was released.
Year 2018
Nyaya Sabdha Bodha Workshop Series launched. Vidwan Srinidhi Pyati conducted the Workshop.
Dasa Smrit, a Dasa Music Workshopi was conducted my senior musician Sri Tirumale Srinivas.
Ashtavadhanam was organized.
Book Publication : Swamiji’s Visit to Ashrama. Release of Jaya Satpramoda Album. Sarvamoola Book Released
Madhwacharya Installation: Installation of Madhwacharya Idol at Gurukula
Sumadhwa Vijaya Parayana Yagna: Satyapramoda Tirtha Janma Shatamanotsava nimmita Sumadhwa Vijaya Parayana Yagna
Atmarpanam – 2018: Annual Sabha Pareeksha
Year 2019
Atmashrama survives the Corona Pandemic
Atmashrama Renovation of Pravachana Mandira, Gopura, Yali Torana and completion of all civil works
Atmarpanam – 2019: Annual Sabha Pareeksha
Sampoorna Sumadhwa Vijaya Pariksha of Gurukula Vidyarthis – Madhwa Mani prashasti was awarded with a cash prize of Rs.16,000
Year 2020
Provision for higher Veda Patha starts at Atmashrama. Veda Krama Patha and Chatur Veda Patha starts to students of Atmashrama Gurukula. Veda Vidwan Pt. Venkateshachar, Totadri joins as the Veda teacher
January 31: All 6 Acts of Veni Samhara Nataka of Bhatta Narayana was performed at Atmashrama by the Students of Atmashrama Gurukula under the guidance of Sri Acharya.
Atmarpanam – 2020: Annual Sabha Pareeksha
Madhwa Lab Completion: Work begins for the completion of Madhwa Lab consisting of Madhwa Theater, Studio and Gallery
Year 2021
Madhwa Theater & Studio Inauguration: Swamiji inaugurates Madhwa Theater, Bhashyalaya and Studio, Gurukula Library and class rooms are renovated and inaugurated.
Bhashyalaya – A documentary on one of its kind Sarvamoola Gallery, designed entirely by the Gurukula Team, was released. One can find the entire 37 works of Sri Madhwacharya engraved on the walls of the Theater.
Atmarpanam – 2021: Annual Sabha Pareeksha
Students participated in short term courses on Veda, Vyakarana, Advaita, Mimamsa and Sankhya.
Rig Veda Samhita, Brahmana, Aranyaka & Upanishad Mangala
Year 2022
Yajur Veda Patha commences.
Launch of Samskrita Deepika 6 Month Course Weekday and Weekend Batches
Launch of Sudhanta Vedanta Course
Launch of 1 Year Bhagavata Jnana Yagna in commemoration of 75th Birth Anniversary of Pooja Guttala Rangacharya, Kulapati, Sri Jayateertha Vidyapeetham
Sugunantaranga documentary was released depicting the life and achievements of Sri Poojya Guttala Rangacharya.
Atmarpanam – 2022
Year 2023
The verse-by-verse patha of the entire Srimad Bhagavata Grantha taught almost for a duration of 10 years completed successfully. Mangala is planned to be celebrated at Haridwar.
Launch of Sudhanta Vedanta Telugu Course.
Swamiji’s visit to Atmashrama. Launch of Prachurantara Pravachana Youtube Channel in Kannada, Telugu, Sanskrit & English languages.
3 Atmashrama students were awarded Madhwa Priya Prashasti by Vyasa Madhwa Samshodhana Pratishtana for completely mastering the 16 Canto Sumadhwa Vijaya Maha Kavya with word to word meaning and grammar.
Atmashrama students came off with flying colors in the Pramana Paddhati Exam conducted by Sri Madhwa Siddhanta Abhivriddhi Karini Sabha patronaged by Sri Satyatma Tirtha Maha Swamiji of Sri Uttaradi Math.
Launch of Rajata Peetham, an organic farm and goshala near Kuranagere, Channapatna off Bangalore-Mysore Expressway, about one hour drive from Bangalore.
Year 2024
Vajra Mahotsava Pravachana Bhagavata Pravachana Series 10th Skanda, Jan, 2024
Atmashrama Founder Dr. Raghavendra Rachuri Acharya felicitated with Madhwa Shastra Visharada Title by Sri Bhandarakere Swamiji, Feb 2024
Sangeeta Sandhya event conducted at Atmashrama, Feb 2024
Launch of Manimanjari Patha for Sudhanta Vedanta Telugu Course
Launch of Mahabharata Tatparya Nirnaya Patha