Shri Bhaavi Sameera Vādirāja Mandira · Chintamani

About Ruju Yogi Foundation

Some sacred spaces begin with a plan. Ours began with a swapna — a quiet, repeated dream that became a living temple of bhakti, daily seva, and Gau Raksha in Thinakallu, Karnataka.

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Thinakallu Village, Ambaji Durga Hobili, Chintamani, Karnataka 563125

Illustration of the founding swapna: a devotee dreaming of performing pooja to Bhāvi Sameera Śrī Vādirajaru and Prāṇa Devaru in the Pavana Vatika orchard, Thinakallu
From a repeated swapna in Pavana Vatika Orchards to the mandira that stands there today.
Consecrated 4 June 2025
Kshetra Thinakallu, Chintamani
Registered trust NGO Darpan KA/2025/0630087
Temple hours Daily 6 AM – 9 PM

Our origin

From a swapna to a temple

The dream returned — again and again — with clearer details: nirmālya, abhisheka, and a sense that this was not symbolism, but seva.

At Pavana Vatika Orchards, Shri Lakshman Srikanth D — a spiritual soul rooted in the Dvaita tradition — began experiencing a vivid vision of performing pooja to Bhāvi Sameera Śrī Vādirajaru and Prāṇa Devaru right there in the orchard. He ignored it at first, as most of us would. When the swapna persisted, tradition taught the next step: seek guidance.

  1. 01

    The swapna

    At Pavana Vatika Orchards in Thinakallu, Shri Lakshman Srikanth D received a repeated vision of performing pooja to Bhāvi Sameera Śrī Vādirajaru and Prāṇa Devaru in the orchard itself.

  2. 02

    Guru’s guidance

    When the dream returned with nirmālya, abhisheka, and a sense of seva, he sought guidance from his Guru, Śrī Kurnool Srinivasacharya.

  3. 03

    Blessings of Sode Matha

    With his father he travelled to Sode and placed the matter at the feet of Śrī 1008 Vishwavallabha Tīrtharu. A personal message became a collective purpose.

  4. 04

    Pratiṣṭhā

    With the blessings of Shri 1008 Vishwottama Teertharu and Shri 1008 Vishwavallabha Teertha Swamigalu, the consecration took place on 4 June 2025.

Pancha Mrittika Vrundavana at Bhaavi Sameera Vadiraja Mandira, Chintamani
The Pañcha Vṛndāvana — the spiritual heart of the mandira.

A temple born from blessings

Bhāvi Sāmēra Vādirāja Mandira

With the blessings of the Sode Matha lineage and the grace of Bhāvi Sameera Śrī Vādirajaru, the consecration on 4 June 2025 established a living home for daily worship, festivals, chanting, and discourse.

This is not a monument to a private vision. It is a framework of authentic bhakti and sādhana — accessible, consistent, and rooted in paramparā — where devotees gather for Hayagrīva and Ugra Narasimha festivals, Dāsara Padagalu, and seva.

  • Daily Hayagrīva naivedya
  • Mṛttikā Pañcha Vṛndāvana of Vādirajaru
  • Festivals, discourses, and Dāsara Padagalu
  • Prasada shipped to devotees across India
Śrī Hayagrīva Devaru
Śrī Hayagrīva Devaru Daily Hayagrīva naivedya
Ugra Narasimha Devaru
Ugra Narasimha Devaru Worship and festivals
Ghaṭikāchala Prāṇa Devaru
Ghaṭikāchala Prāṇa Devaru Guardian of the orchard
Mṛttikā Pañcha Vṛndāvana
Mṛttikā Pañcha Vṛndāvana Bhāvi Sameera Vādirajaru
Bhūta Rājaru
Bhūta Rājaru Protector of the kshetra
Mahā Rudra Devaru
Mahā Rudra Devaru Omkareshwara linga

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The name we carry

Why “Ruju Yogi”?

In Dvaita understanding, Ruju Yogis are exceptionally pure souls — devotees whose surrender and steadiness point directly to Śrī Hari. The Foundation exists to preserve and practise that spirit: worship as structured inner discipline, not an occasional ritual.

Our approach

Bimba–Pratibimba Chintane

A way of understanding the relationship between the Supreme (Bimba Moorti) and the soul (Pratibimba), inspired by the teachings and granthas of our tradition. Seekers practise Bimba Pooje rooted in Madhvacharya’s dualistic vision.

Daily life

Devotion as conduct

Here, devotion is not treated as an emotion alone, but as conscious surrender of mind, intention, and daily conduct — through Bimba Pooje, scripture-led contemplation, and community practice including Dāsara Padagalu.

Serene sunset at Ruju Yogi Gaushale with brown Desi cows grazing in a green pasture below a rocky hill, Chintamani
Evening at the Gaushale — cows graze in the orchard pasture at Thinakallu, Chintamani.

Seva that protects dharma

Gau Shala beside the mandira

Our dharma is not limited to the sanctum. The Foundation nurtures indigenous Desi cows with daily Gau Pooja, orchard shade, and compassionate care — supported by devotees through Gau Seva and Gau Dāna.

  • Fodder and daily upkeep
  • Shelter and caregiver support
  • Medical care and wellbeing
  • Gir and other indigenous cattle
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Shri Lakshman Srikanth D, Founder and Life Trustee of Ruju Yogi Foundation, seated in traditional attire beside a calf at the Gaushale
Shri Lakshman Srikanth D — Founder & Life Trustee

Founder & Life Trustee

Shri Lakshman Srikanth D

A direct disciple of Shri Kurnool Srinivasa Acharya and Shri Raghuprema Teertharu, he carries an authentic spiritual lineage — channeling the teachings of Shri Madinooru Vishnuteertharu through the Foundation’s initiatives.

Under his guidance, seekers engage in Bhakti and Jñāna through Bimba Pooja practices rooted in Madhvacharya’s dualistic tradition. Alongside this mission he brings over 15 years of global product innovation as Chief Product Officer at Simpliaxis Inc., and as founder of ventures including LegalCrystal and SooperKanoon.

Seva is worship. Every offering made with devotion becomes a blessing.

Take part

Three ways to walk with us

Worship

Book a sacred seva

Poojas, abhishekas, and archane are performed at the mandira with your sankalpa. Prasada is shipped across India.

Book a Seva

Gau Seva

Feed Gau Mata

₹500 offers one full day of fodder for Gau Mata at Ruju Yogi Gaushale beside the mandira.

Offer Gau Grasa

Support

Sustain the mandira

Donations support daily worship, temple upkeep, the Gaushale, and the continuation of Madhwa traditions.

Donate

Visit in person

Where is the mandira?

Shri Bhaavi Sameera Vadiraja Mandira and Ruju Yogi Gaushale stand together at Thinakallu Village, Ambaji Durga Hobili, Chintamani, Chikkaballapur District, Karnataka 563125.

Ruju Yogi Foundation
Thinakallu Village, Ambaji Durga Hobili
Chintamani, Chikkaballapur District
Karnataka, India 563125

+91 99001 08151  ·  [email protected]  ·  Contact page

Open daily 6 AM to 9 PM. All devotees are welcome.

Common questions

About the Foundation

What is Ruju Yogi Foundation?

Ruju Yogi Foundation is a registered spiritual trust in Thinakallu Village, Chintamani, Karnataka. It preserves bhakti through daily worship at Shri Bhaavi Sameera Vadiraja Mandira, structured sādhana, and Gau Seva at the adjoining Gaushale.

Why is it called Ruju Yogi?

In Dvaita understanding, Ruju Yogis are exceptionally pure souls whose surrender points directly to Śrī Hari. The Foundation exists to practise that spirit of unwavering devotion — turning worship into a daily discipline, not an occasional ritual.

When was Shri Vadiraja Mandira consecrated?

The pratiṣṭhā took place on 4 June 2025, with the blessings of Shri 1008 Vishwottama Teertharu and Shri 1008 Vishwavallabha Teertha Swamigalu, and the grace of Bhāvi Sameera Śrī Vādirajaru.

Which deities are worshipped at the mandira?

The sacred presence includes Śrī Hayagrīva Devaru, Ugra Narasimha Devaru, Ghaṭikāchala Prāṇa Devaru, Vādirajaru, Bhūta Rājaru and Rudra Devaru, along with the Mṛttikā Pañcha Vṛndāvana connected to Vādirajaru.

Where is the mandira and can I visit?

The mandira is at Thinakallu Village, Ambaji Durga Hobili, Chintamani, Chikkaballapur District, Karnataka 563125. It is open daily from 6 AM to 9 PM. Call +91 99001 08151 for directions.

How can I support Ruju Yogi Foundation?

You can book a seva online, offer Gau Grasa (₹500 feeds Gau Mata for a day), donate to the foundation, or start a CSR / institutional partnership. All offerings support worship, prasada, and care of the Desi cows at the Gaushale.

Walk with the mandira

Seva is worship. Offer with devotion.

Book a seva, feed a cow, or sustain daily worship at Shri Bhaavi Sameera Vadiraja Mandira. Every offering made with devotion becomes a blessing.

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