The ISKCON Temple Bharuch, also known as the Sri Sri Radha Madanmohan Mandir, is a significant spiritual and cultural landmark located in the holy region of Mulad, Gujarat. It serves as a hub for the Hare Krishna movement in the Bharuch-Ankleshwar region.
🏛️ Temple Overview & History
The temple is part of a large-scale project developed under the guidance of H.H. Bhakti Vikasa Swami Maharaj. It is situated on a 6-acre campus that includes not just the main shrine, but also educational and community facilities.
- Location: Situated between Bharuch and Ankleshwar, near the Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway (NH 48).
- Significance: The area is historically known as Bhrigu Kutch, a sacred land where Lord Vamanadev (an avatar of Lord Vishnu) is believed to have appeared.
- Growth: What began as small preaching programs in 2008 evolved into a major temple project following a generous land donation in 2015.
🕉️ Deities & Worship
The presiding deities of the temple are Sri Sri Radha Madanmohan.
- Madanmohan translates to “The One who can even enchant Cupid,” representing the pinnacle of divine beauty and attraction.
- The worship follows the strict and beautiful Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition, including elaborate dressing (Sringar) and food offerings (Bhog).
🕙 Daily Schedule (Timings)
The temple follows a standard ISKCON schedule, though specific timings may vary slightly during festivals:
| Event | Time |
| Mangala Aarti | 4:30 AM |
| Tulasi Aarti | 5:00 AM |
| Japa Meditation | 5:15 AM – 7:15 AM |
| Sringar Darshan | 7:30 AM |
| Srimad Bhagavatam Class | 8:00 AM |
| Raja Bhoga Aarti | 12:30 PM |
| Temple Reopens | 4:30 PM |
| Gaura Aarti (Sandhya) | 7:00 PM |
| Sayana Aarti | 8:30 PM |
🌟 Key Features
- Vedic Cultural Center: The campus is designed to teach the “science of the soul” through seminars on the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam.
- Sunday Soul Feast: Every Sunday, the temple hosts a special program involving Kirtan, a spiritual discourse, and a free sanctified vegetarian feast (Prasadam) for all visitors.
- Architecture: The project features a modern yet traditional design with a majestic Shikhara (spire) and facilities like meditation rooms, a library, and a museum.
- Accessibility: The premises are wheelchair-accessible with ample parking for devotees traveling from nearby cities.
📍 Address & Contact
- Address: ISKCON Bharuch, Village Mulad, National Highway 48, Bharuch, Gujarat – 393001.
- Best Time to Visit: Janmashtami (Lord Krishna’s Birthday), Radhashtami, and Gaur Purnima are celebrated here with immense grandeur.