In a historic moment for the US spiritual landscape, Paramahamsa Vishwananda, revered spiritual master and founder of the global Bhakti Marga movement, blessed more than 1,250 seekers at New York City’s iconic Riverside Church on August 9, 2025. The event — a rare opportunity for devotees to receive his Divine Darshan — filled the cathedral with transcendent devotion, sacred music, and palpable grace.
For over six hours, the atmosphere radiated joy and reverence as kirtan (devotional chanting) united voices and hearts in a shared vibration of love. Many attendees described being moved to tears, overwhelmed by a profound sense of inner peace and connection.
“I am not giving you this Love — I am helping you remember and experience the Love that has always been within you,” said Paramahamsa Vishwananda, moving many to joyful tears.
For the Indian and South Asian community in New York, the evening was more than just a gathering — it was a celebration of Sanatana Dharma, cultural heritage, and shared devotion. The program featured soul-stirring kirtan, heartfelt chanting, and Divine Darshan — a direct blessing from the Master.
A Global Guru Bridging Hearts Across Continents
Paramahamsa Vishwananda has blessed over 600,000 people worldwide through his teachings and Darshan, guiding followers to awaken the eternal truth of love within. His Bhakti Marga movement spans 80 countries and 220+ centers, fostering unity, devotion, and the living wisdom of Sanatana Dharma.
The US home of his mission is the Paranitya Narasimha Temple in Elmira, NY — one of 17 international ashrams dedicated to spiritual awakening and cultural harmony.
For over 25 years, Paramahamsa Vishwananda has given Darshan, the blessing of experiencing the Divine within through his spiritual power, at 390 events across 220 cities in 46 countries, personally blessing more than 600,000 people.
Connecting with the Master
Paramahamsa Vishwananda will be present to bless several upcoming events at his ashram, including Krishna Janmashtami and Darshan on August 16 and 17. From September 11 to 14, he will be the honored guest at the Soul Awakening retreat held at the US Ashram. This retreat will focus on Atma Kriya Yoga, an ancient devotional yoga practice. His work is dedicated to bridging cultures and bringing people together through the eternal truths of the soul, as expressed in Sanatana Dharma—the ancient and universal path of spirituality.
Opening the Hearts of Mankind
Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda is an enlightened Spiritual Master, a living embodiment of Divine Love, and the founder of Bhakti Marga, the path of devotion. Born in Mauritius in 1978, His life from childhood has been marked by deep spiritual experiences and miraculous events, revealing a saintly life wholly immersed in God.
With the mission to “open the hearts of mankind,” he inspires people of all cultures, religions, and walks of life to awaken their innate capacity for unconditional love. His teachings blend ancient wisdom with practical tools—most notably Atma Kriya Yoga, a powerful meditation practice given to him by his master, the legendary Mahavatar Babaji—to help seekers connect with the Divine in everyday life.
With the mission to “open the hearts of mankind,” Paramahamsa Vishwananda inspires people of all cultures, religions, and walks of life to awaken their innate capacity for unconditional love. His teachings blend ancient wisdom with practical tools.
As the head of the Hari Bhakta Sampradaya, he has revitalized India’s devotional traditions, unifying them into a living, universal path. Since founding Bhakti Marga in 2005, Paramahamsa Vishwananda has guided a global community and has established 17 Ashrams and 260 active groups, over 4,000 teachers and 80,000 active followers. His main ashram is located in Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany.
For over 25 years, Paramahamsa Vishwananda has given Darshan, the blessing of experiencing the Divine within through his spiritual power, in 390 events across 221 cities in 46 countries, personally blessing more than 600,000 people around the world.
He is also the author of 12 books, translated into 34 languages, offering deep insights into Divine Love, the lives of saints, scripture commentaries, and the soul’s path to God-realisation.
About Bhakti Marga
Founded by Paramahamsa Vishwananda, Bhakti Marga — meaning “Path of Devotion” — is a global spiritual movement dedicated to helping people cultivate a personal relationship with the Divine. Its activities include kirtan, yoga, meditation, and community service projects in over 80 countries. Website: https://www.bhaktimarga.org/
Upcoming US Tour Events
- August 16–17 – Elmira, NY: Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations & Divine Darshan at the U.S. Ashram
- August 20 – Miami, FL: Public Darshan & spiritual program
- September 11–14 – Elmira, NY: Soul Awakening Retreat, featuring Atma Kriya Yoga, an ancient devotional yoga practice taught by the Master.
(Edited from a Press Release)
