Trust Registration & Governance

 Introduction

Juna Akhada  is the oldest and largest Akhada among the 13 recognized Akharas of Sanatan Dharma. With roots going back over 2000 years and formal organization since the time of Adi Shankaracharya, Juna Akhada holds a central place in the spiritual and religious fabric of India.

To uphold its responsibilities in an organized and lawful manner, the Akhada operates through a registered charitable trust, which manages its religious, educational, and philanthropic activities. This section outlines the legal status, trust governance, and administrative framework of Juna Akhada.

Trust Registration Details | 

• Trust Name : Shri Panchayati Akhada Shri Juna Nyas

• Registered Under : Indian Trusts Act, 1882

• Registration Number : 113/2002

• Date of Registration : 15th March 2002

• Registered Office Address :
  Shri Juna Akhada Bhawan, Daksha Marg, Kankhal, Haridwar – 249408, Uttarakhand, India

• PAN : AAETS5432H

• TAN : MRTJ07821F

• 12A Registered: Yes – For income tax exemption

• 80G Certified: Yes – Donations eligible for tax deduction

• FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act):
  Registered under FCRA for receiving foreign donations (Reg. No. 231650210)

Aims & Objectives | 

The trust is committed to the following key objectives:

1. Protection and Propagation of Sanatan Dharma
   Upholding the spiritual traditions of Hinduism through Vedic rituals, public teachings, and initiation of sannyasis (monks).

2. Organization of Kumbh Melas & Religious Events
   Managing Shahi Snan processions and participation in Maha Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, and other religious gatherings.

3. Establishment of Educational Institutions
   Running Vedic schools (Pathshalas), Sanskrit universities, and training centers for Brahmacharis and Sannyasis.

4. Philanthropy & Public Welfare

   • Free medical camps

   • Gaushalas (cow protection)

   • Disaster relief (floods, earthquakes, pandemics)

   • Food distribution (Annadaan)

   • Ashram stay for pilgrims and saints

5. Preservation of Temples, Ashrams, and Heritage Sites
   Maintenance, restoration, and management of religious and historical places under Juna Akhada’s domain.

Governance Structure

The Akhada follows a spiritual democratic structure guided by centuries-old traditions and modern statutory norms.

1. Acharya Mahamandaleshwar

• Supreme spiritual head of the Akhada

• Directs spiritual decisions, initiations, and dharmic direction

• Current Acharya Mahamandaleshwar: Swami Avdheshanand Giri Ji Maharaj

2. Mahamandaleshwar Council 

• Composed of senior sannyasis appointed through Akhara rituals

• Authority on religious discipline, sannyas diksha, and inter-akhara relations

3. Trust Board 

Administrative Heads of the Trust include:

• President : Mahant Harigiri Ji Maharaj

• General Secretary : Mahant Ravindrapuri Ji Maharaj

• Treasurer : Swami Rajgiri Ji Maharaj

• Legal Advisor : Shri Vishwanath Tripathi (Advocate)

• Public Relations Officer : Swami Vishnudevanand Ji

4. Advisory Committee 

• Senior retired civil servants, legal experts, scholars, and saintly advisors

• Provides guidance on compliance, ethics, public relations, and donor coordination

Key Committees 

To streamline day-to-day functions, sub-committees under the trust operate in the following areas:

• Financial Oversight & Audit Committee

• Temple and Property Management Committee

• Legal Affairs & Compliance Committee

• Educational Affairs Committee (for Pathshalas and Gurukuls)

• Charity & Outreach Services Committee

• Event & Kumbh Coordination Committee

Legal Compliance & Financial Transparency | 

The Trust operates in full compliance with Indian law and maintains financial and operational transparency:

• Annual audit conducted by a certified Chartered Accountant

• Quarterly review meetings with published reports

• All donations tracked, receipted, and acknowledged transparently

• Regular filings under Income Tax Act, FCRA, and Charitable Endowments guidelines

Meetings and Records |

• Annual General Meeting (AGM): Held every March

• Quarterly Review Meetings: Trustee and committee level

• Record Maintenance:

  • Donation Registers

  • Event Reports

  • Inventory Logs for Temples and Ashrams

  • Minutes of Meetings (Digitally archived)

Contact Information | 

If you wish to get involved with the governance, contribute as a donor, or review our trust structure, please contact:

Trust Office – Shri Juna Akhada

Haridwar, Uttarakhand – 249408
📞 Phone: +91-1334-256600
📧 Email: info@junaakhada.org
🌐 Website: www.junaakhada.org

Conclusion |

The governance and trust structure of Shri Panchayati Akhada Shri Juna is a sacred and responsible framework — upholding dharma, ensuring transparency, and fostering spiritual upliftment across Bharat and the world. Rooted in ancient parampara but equipped with modern systems, the Akhada continues to serve devotees and society with unwavering dedication.