
ISKCON's Travelling Sankirtan Party: Spreading Spiritual Knowledge Across India
Apr 01, 2025
PRNewswire
Mumbai (Maharashtra)/ Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 1: In an age of material distractions, a group of dedicated young monks is on a transformative mission--bringing the wisdom of Vedic scriptures to people across cities, towns, and villages. The Travelling Sankirtan Party (TSP), a dynamic team of 30+ full-time devotees, has journeyed over 100,000 kilometres, covering major spiritual and cultural landmarks such as the Ayodhya Ram Temple opening, Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, Rishikesh, Dwarka, Srirangam, Rameshwaram, Vrindavan, Udupi, and Tirupati tirelessly distributing books and performing Harinam Sankirtan (public chanting of Holy Name of Krishna). Alongside these pilgrimages, the team on daily basis is engaged in distributing Vedic literature in Hyderabad and its surrounding towns and villages.
Their mission is simple yet profound: to help individuals discover inner peace, purpose, and spiritual fulfilment through the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, Shrimad Bhagavatam, and other Vedic scriptures. The TSP has spent an astonishing 200,000 plus man-hours on the streets, sharing spiritual wisdom through book distribution and the congregational chanting of Krishna's holy names. In doing so, they have touched the lives of over 1.2 crore people across 1,500+ locations, igniting a spiritual revolution in the hearts of seekers.
Their work goes beyond mere distribution--each book carries the potential to guide its reader toward a life of wisdom, compassion, and self-realization. Through these teachings, individuals learn to cultivate inner strength, develop empathy, take responsibility, and navigate life's challenges with clarity and purpose.
The TSP operates in an extraordinary way. Living with unwavering faith, the devotees depend entirely on Krishna for their daily needs--shelter, food, and basic amenities--while fully dedicating themselves to book distribution and Sankirtan. During their recent December marathon distribution spree, these selfless monks took to the streets, carrying nothing but the sacred scriptures and the conviction that the divine will provide. Their presence is not just about selling books; it is about sharing love, hope, and harmony through the powerful and ancient practice of Sankirtan--congregational chanting of Krishna's holy names.
This movement, inaugurated over 500 years ago by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who is Krishna himself in His most munificent form (the Golden Avatar), remains as relevant today as ever. In the midst of the modern world's chaos and unrest, Sankirtan serves as a beacon of transcendental joy, reconnecting people with their spiritual essence. As the devotees dance, sing, and distribute books, they inspire countless onlookers to pause, reflect, and embrace a higher consciousness.
Through their relentless efforts, the Travelling Sankirtan Party is not merely distributing books--they are distributing a lifeline to those seeking true happiness and meaning. Their journey is a testament to the power of faith, devotion, and selfless service, ensuring that the timeless wisdom of the Vedas reaches every soul in need of spiritual awakening.
About Travelling Sankirtan Party (TSP)
The Travelling Sankirtan Party (TSP) from ISKCON Attapur, Hyderabad, is a group of 30 dedicated volunteers spreading the teachings of Bhagavad Gita and Vedic scriptures across India. With the mission of fulfilling Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Srila Prabhupada vision, TSP distributes Krishna prasadam, performs Harinaam Sankirtan, and shares transcendental books. They have distributed over 5 lakh spiritual books, 25 lakh Mahamantra cards, and inspired at least 1 crore people to chant the Hare Krishna Mahamantra, transforming countless lives with the power of devotion services.
Contact Details
Sarva Priya Ram Das
Contact: +91-9182262066
Email ID: travellingsankirtanparty@gmail.com
Name: Nitai Jivana Das
Email ID: nitai.jivana.gkg@iskcon.net
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