Kriya Yoga is the path given by Sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutra (2.1). It is the most ancient system of meditation practice. It is a form of meditation based on simple scientific techniques of breath, a few spinal exercises (mudras), and meditating on inner sound, light, and vibration. It is a continuous meditation process for systematic and gradual transformation of body, mind, intellect, and spiritual state.
This sacred practice traces its modern revival to Mahavatar Babaji, who taught it to Lahiri Mahasaya in 1861. Prajnana Mission continues this ancient tradition, spreading the teachings of the Kriya Yoga Masters.
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The goal of life is to realize the Self, to realize God. The journey on the spiritual path is a journey from the head to the heart. As you move along the spiritual path, let love be your guide. Love God unceasingly, love God's creation limitlessly, and serve all beings selflessly. Through meditation, gradually learn to become established in peace, established in love.
-- Paramahamsa Prajnanananda --
The spiritual headquarter of Prajnana Mission is Hariharananda Gurukulam in Balighai, Puri, the sacred resting place of Beloved Gurudev Paramahamsa Hariharananda. This unique spiritual haven houses a temple dedicated to the revered lineage of Kriya Yoga Masters. Its serene and meditative atmosphere draws saints (sadhus) and spiritual seekers (sadhakas) from around the world.
Sri Guru Janmabhumi Mandir in Habibpur stands at the sacred birthplace of Shri Gurudev Paramahamsa Hariharananda, where he spent much of his childhood. In his loving memory, a beautiful temple and a small ashram were inaugurated on February 23, 2023. Seekers may visit, meditate, and offer their homage to the great Master. In the words of Shri Guruji, this holy shrine is a symbol of love, divinity, and spirituality.
Nearest airport: Kolkata; Nearest railway station: Habibpur.
One might wonder what significance the ancient tales of Shri Hanuman, one of India's most revered deities, hold for people in the world today. However, one needs to read only a few passages from this book to answer this question. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, the author of this book and a masterful storyteller with wisdom and insight, unfolds the life and true purpose of Shri Hanuman in a poetic and revealing manner.
Prajnana Mission has been organizing State Level Gita Chanting Competition since 2017 for the students of Primary and High School, Higher Secondary, College and University students with a message ‘Gita Sugeeta Kartavya’ which means chant, study, and live the song of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita to make life joyful.
Join us in our mission to spread the teachings of the Bhagavad Geeta through our Geeta Chanting Competition and Geeta Jnana Pariksha events.
We are delighted to announce that a spiritual retreat with SRI GURUJI will be held in VRINDAVAN from 13–17 March 2026.
All the Kriyavans are requested to make the most of this divine opportunity.
Dedicated to selfless service, Prajnana Mission strives to propagate the ancient mystical science of Kriya Yoga and share the wisdom of its revered lineage of Masters. Headquartered in Jagatpur, Odisha, through dedicated service, it upholds spiritual and cultural values while offering Kriya Yoga initiation programs, free education, healthcare, and humanitarian aid to those in need.
Kriya Yoga Initiation, Kriya Yoga Retreats, Seminars and Satsang.
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A free residential school affiliated to the CBSE for the destitute children of the state of Odisha.
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Provide free medical care, medicines, and specialist services to underserved rural communities.
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Dedicated to spreading awareness about the vital role of indigenous cows in sustaining ecological balance.
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Community development focussing on Youth orientation, Spiritual heritage preservation, and Humanitarian aid to promote well-being, empowerment, and social harmony.
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Paramahamsa Hariharananda, a realized Kriya Yoga master, was born as Rabindranath Bhattacharya in the hamlet of Habibpur of Nadia in Bengal, India, the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, on May 27, 1907. He was born into a wealthy family, to a Brahmin father, Haripada Bhattacharya, and an outstandingly pious, generous, and loving mother, Nabin Kali Devi. The child Rabi would be as luminous and brilliant as the sun, removing the darkness of ignorance from the world, as augured by his father (Rabi means “sun.”). Rabi was highly spiritual and cultured, staunch and astute, and well versed in all scriptures. His precocious more...
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda was born as Triloki Dash in the village of Pattamundai in Orissa, India. Raised in a pious and spiritual atmosphere, he began searching for a spiritual mentor in early childhood. In 1980, while still a student in college, he met his Gurudev Paramahamsa Hariharananda, who initiated him into Kriya Yoga. Unlike his peers, Triloki Dash spent much of his time in prayer, puja, and meditation. He frequently retreated to the solitude of remote Himalayan caves to be in the company of sages and saints seeking ultimate Truth. He kept up a rigorous spiritual practice under the tutelage of more...
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