Our Acharya

Deeply moved by the hollowness he saw in the lives of the wealthy, he was driven by an intense longing to discover the deeper truths of existence. Though initially skeptical, his journalistic quest led him to Swami Sivananda’s ashram in Rishikesh with the intention to know and understand more about holy men. However, the divine compassion and luminous presence of Swami Sivananda melted his skepticism and awakened within him a deep thirst for spiritual knowledge. In 1949, he was initiated into the sacred monastic order and given the name Swami Chinmayanandaji. Under the loving but rigorous guidance of Swami Tapovan Maharaj in the serene Himalayas, he immersed himself in the profound study of the Upanishads, the Bhagavad Gita, and the timeless wisdom of Vedanta.

The later part of his life was wholly dedicated to disseminating the sublime knowledge of Advaita Vedanta across India and the world. By delivering discourses in simple and lucid English, he made the lofty teachings of Vedanta accessible to the modern, educated minds of the nation. As his spiritual radiance grew, so did the numbers of devoted seekers who gathered to hear him. Some among them, moved by his divine mission, expressed a wish to create a formal structure for his tireless work, and thus was born the Chinmaya Mission. Through Gita Jnana Yajnas, the establishment of Bala Vihars for children, Chinmaya Yuva Kendra for youth, Vanaprastha Sansthans for elders, and Sandeepany Sadhanalayas for seekers, he tirelessly worked to touch every segment of society with the light of Vedantic knowledge. In 1989, he founded the Chinmaya International Foundation to serve as a living bridge between past and present, East and West, science and spirituality. His grand vision culminated posthumously in the establishment of Chinmaya Vishwavidyapeeth in 2016, a university dedicated to preserving and promoting Indian wisdom traditions. With boundless compassion, unwavering faith, and a heart blazing with the light of Knowledge, Swami Chinmayanandaji reinvigorated the ancient spiritual heritage of India, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire countless souls on the path to Truth.

SWAMI TEJOMAYANANDA JI

Pujya Swami Tejomayananda, affectionately known as "Guruji," stands as a luminous beacon in the spiritual realm, embodying the profound teachings of Vedanta with unwavering devotion and clarity. Born as Sudhakar Kaitwade on June 30, 1950, in Madhya Pradesh, India, his early academic pursuits in physics took a transformative turn upon encountering the enlightening discourses of Swami Chinmayananda on the Bhagavad Gita. This pivotal moment led him to renounce worldly aspirations and immerse himself in the study of Vedanta at Sandeepany Sadhanalaya, Mumbai.

In 1975, he was initiated into the monastic order as Brahmachari Vivek Chaitanya and later, in 1983, received sannyasa from Swami Chinmayananda, becoming Swami Tejomayananda. His leadership as the Head of Chinmaya Mission Worldwide from 1993 to 2017 was marked by remarkable expansions, including the establishment of the Chinmaya International Residential School in Coimbatore, the Chinmaya International Foundation near Cochin, and the Chinmaya Vibhooti Vision Centre near Pune

A prolific author and poet, Guruji has penned over 100 works elucidating Vedantic philosophy, and his soulful bhajans resonate with seekers globally. His dedication to spiritual education culminated in the founding of Chinmaya Vishwavidyapeeth in 2016, a university bridging traditional wisdom with contemporary knowledge. In recognition of his invaluable contributions, he was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2016.

Swami Tejomayananda's life is a testament to selfless service, guiding countless souls towards inner awakening and universal harmony.

In 1984, driven by an intense spiritual thirst and a longing for truth beyond fleeting worldly pleasures, Swamiji renounced his family’s flourishing business in Hong Kong. He underwent rigorous monastic training at Sandeepany Sadhanalaya, Mumbai, under the direct guidance of Swami Chinmayananda and Swami Tejomayananda. Initiated into sannyasa in 1992, he soon emerged as a dynamic exponent of Vedanta.

Swamiji’s teachings blend ancient wisdom with modern relevance, making spirituality accessible, practical, and deeply transformative. As a global orator, he has captivated audiences in London, New York, Sydney, Singapore, Dubai, Lagos, and New Delhi, reaching seekers across age groups with his insightful, heart-touching talks.

His leadership has been instrumental in guiding the Chinmaya Mission across Australia, the UK, the Middle East, Africa, and the Far East. As Director of Chinmaya International Residential School and Chairman of Chinmaya Vishwavidyapeeth, Swamiji has played a pivotal role in shaping spiritual and academic institutions rooted in Indic knowledge traditions

Swami Swaroopananda’s life and mission stand as a beacon of inner awakening, reminding us that the eternal truths of Vedanta are not just to be studied, but lived—courageously, compassionately, and joyously.

Swamini Samyuktananda Saraswati

Revered Swamini Samyuktananda Saraswati was born into a devout Utkal Brahmin family, endowed with brilliance from a young age. A gifted child with a natural inclination toward academics, sports, spiritual pursuits, and youth leadership, she completed her graduation in Economics from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, in 1993. She then joined the residential Vedanta Course at Chinmaya Sandeepany Sadhanalaya, Mumbai.

Following this, she served selflessly as Brahmacharini Sucheta Chaitanya in Bhubaneswar for two and a half years before continuing her dedicated service to humanity in Bokaro since 1998. In 2014, she was bestowed with Sannyasa Deeksha by Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda Saraswati.

Steeped in the wisdom of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and Advaita Vedanta of Adi Shankaracharya, Swaminiji’s discourses are scientific, practical, and deeply insightful. A revered scholar, spiritual luminary, and educator of the 21st century, she has conducted successful Vedanta workshops in major industrial sectors like Durgapur, Bokaro, and Bhilai Steel Plants

Under her dynamic leadership, knowledge retreats, youth festivals, and sadhana camps have been organized across India. As the esteemed Acharya of Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro, her divine presence and teachings continue to inspire generations on the path of inner awakening and service