Foundation Overview

Kashi Archan Foundation was established in 2019 by Shri Mahant Harsh Pandey Ji Maharaj with the motto "Seva Sarvopari" - meaning no devotion is higher than selfless service. The foundation operates from Varanasi and is dedicated to preserving Sanatan Dharma while making authentic spiritual practices accessible to devotees worldwide.​

The foundation's journey began with a sacred Sankalp (resolve) blessed by Maa Annapurna - ensuring that no devotee of Mahadev goes to sleep hungry in Kashi. Since its inception, Annadan Seva with Vedic Puja has remained the cornerstone of their activities.​

Sacred Mission

The Nitya Annadan Sewa operates on the principle of "Anna Brahma" - food as divine manifestation. This daily service provides freshly prepared, sattvic (pure vegetarian) meals to thousands of pilgrims, devotees, sadhus, and the needy who visit the sacred temples of Kashi.​

Beneficiaries

• Pilgrims and devotees visiting Kashi temples
• Sadhus and ascetics practicing in the holy city
• Underprivileged families and children
• Widows and elderly residents
• Temple visitors and spiritual seekers​

Spiritual Significance of Annadan

According to Hindu scriptures, "Annadanam Param Daanam" - food donation is the highest form of charity. The practice is deeply rooted in Vedic philosophy where food is considered the source of all life force. As stated in the Taittriya Upanishad: "Annam Vai Pranah" - all life emerges from food.​

Spiritual Benefits:

• Purification of consciousness and accumulation of positive karma
• Divine blessings and enhanced spiritual awareness
• Connection with the divine through selfless service
• Removal of past sins and obstacles​

Material Benefits:

• Ensures abundance and prosperity in donor's life
• Protection from negative energies and evil influences
• Success in endeavors and removal of difficulties
• Peace and harmony in family life​

Ancestral Benefits:

• Pitra Shanti (peace for ancestors) through feeding the needy
• Removal of Pitra Dosha (ancestral afflictions)
• Blessings from departed souls​

Food Preparation

• All meals are prepared following strict Vedic standards:
• Fresh, organic ingredients sourced locally
• Cooked with devotional prayers and mantras
• First offered to the deities before distribution
• Prepared by trained devotees maintaining purity​

Distribution Process

• Food served with folded hands and devotional attitude
• No discrimination based on caste, creed, or social status
• Proper sanskar (ritual sanctification) before serving
• Distribution accompanied by spiritual chanting​

Ritual Components

• Each Nitya Annadan includes:
• Vedic mantras chanted during preparation
• Food offering to Maa Annapurna and Lord Shiva
• Sankalp taken in donor's name and gotra
• Prasadam blessed and distributed with divine grace​

For Local Devotees

• Local participants can join the daily service by:
• Volunteering in food preparation and distribution
• Contributing ingredients and cooking supplies
• Participating in associated Vedic rituals
• Supporting through monetary donations​

For International Devotees

• The foundation facilitates global participation through:
• Online booking of daily Annadan sponsorship
• Service conducted with donor's name and gotra
• Live streaming of distribution ceremonies
• Photos and videos sent to donors
• Prasadam shipped to donor's address​

Lifetime Sponsorship

• The foundation offers Lifetime Sponsor programs where:
• Single contribution covers perpetual participation
• Donor's name included in daily sankalpams
• Regular updates on service activities
• Participation in all major festivals and ceremonies
• Spiritual legacy continuing beyond lifetime​

Additional Services

Temple Renovation

The foundation actively renovates ancient temples in Kashi, ensuring proper infrastructure for continued spiritual services.​

Gurukul Development

Plans are underway to establish a Vedic Pathshala in Kashi to become a center of traditional education and Sanatan Dharma empowerment.​

Yatra Services

The foundation organizes sacred parikrama yatras including:

• Astha Bhairav Yatra
• Dus Maha Vidya Yatra
• Kashi Panch Koshi Yatra​

Consultation Services

Expert Vedic astrologers provide kundali readings and spiritual guidance to devotees worldwide.​

The Nitya Annadan Sewa by Kashi Archan Foundation represents a perfect blend of ancient spiritual wisdom and modern accessibility, allowing devotees worldwide to participate in this most sacred form of charity while supporting the preservation of Vedic traditions in the holy city of Kashi.