Uppuguda, Hyderabad
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Bhaganagar (Bhagyanagar) was the erstwhile name of Hyderabad the capital of Andhra Pradesh. In 1948 during the regime of Nizam Bhagyanagar (Hyderabad) was the capital of Nizam state and even though Urdu was the official language, Marathi was widely spoken language among the districts of Telangana, Marathwada and part of Karnataka which formed the erstwhile Nizam state.
It was during this time that people of Bhagyanagar, prominently the Marathi speaking Maharashtrian community had the privilege of being blessed by Saint Trinity i.e. Shri Keshav Swami Maharaj staying at Jiyaguda. Shri Narayan Swami Maharaj staying at Hussaini Alam and Shri Bhatji Bapu Maharaj (Balkrishnanand Swami) staying at Bhoiguda near Uppuguda.
About Maharaj, his Upasana & Beliefs
A true believer and follower of Bhagvat Dharma, Shri Bhatji Bapu Maharaj lead a simple pious (satvika) life. Practicing the dictates of Bhagavata “Eshwara Sarva Bhutanasm….” was his belief and humane was his style towards all living sentient being.
Upasana through Nadabrahma (Sangeet) was his style in pursuit of Paramathman. Maharaj used the sound of melody i.e. music shastra for singing the praise of The Lord (Nam Sankeertan). He was accomplished singer in Hindustani style of music School of Gwalior. He was known for his “Tappa” a melidential format of musical presentation. His singing helped the listener to experience “The Devine Bliss” of Nadabrahma.
He believed that food hungry (Annadana) is the best means of offerings to the God, the Almighty. He practiced the Eakadasi Vratham which used to culminate in Anna Danam on Dwadashi. The Dwadashi prasadam (Anna Danam) used to be open to all and about 2000 people used to be fed on this occasion. The financial burden of food and other arrangements during Dwadashi never use to worry Maharaj since he firmly believed that the “Karta” (the real doer) in this universe is the Lord Sri Hari, the Lord eternal. Maharaj always desired that the dwadashi vratam should continue throughout his life and even after him. Maharaj willed that the Dwadashi Vratham should continue even after his death and the devotees are carrying this out at the Samsthan even today. Maharaj had surrendered all his belongings and what he had received for this sole purpose.
The other activities at the Samsthan were the organizing of “Bhagvat Saptah” in the month of Ashadh Masa and Nam Saptah during Adhika Massa. Our scriptures have also given supreme importance in the present kali yoga to “Nam Sankeertan”. The tradition of Nam Sankeertan was followed by Maharaj during his lifetime like the “Anna Dana Vratham”.
A soft spoken Maharaj never hurt anyone and believed that harming any living being is hurting / insulting the Lord. He never discriminated between fellow beings on the basis of caste, creed and religion.
The quotations about Maharaj from two famous personalities -
Keshava Belsare : “Maharaj led a simple and pious life. His natural and sincere devotion to the Lord was steadfast amidst the travails of sufferings of a common man. He accepted life as it unfolded with its sorrows and happiness. His day to day life activity was penance in state equanimity”.
Kavishwar : “Maharaj’s life and his daily activities were instruments to the service of Lord goal of Ashtanga Yoga advocated by Patanjali. No wonder that the masses got attracted to him and the followership increased to a very large number.”
The place where the Samadhi of Maharaj exists and the surrounding area of about 4.5 acres which was donated to him by his disciple is currently known as Samsthan Shri Bhatji Bapu Maharaj Math.
The devotees follow the tradition laid down by Maharaj i.e. Nadabrahmam, Dwadashi Vratham, Bhagvat and Nam Saptah. This famous temple located near Uppuguda, Hyderabad is visited by hundreds of devotees every day and special occasions like Dwadashi Mahotsav.
The Samsthan is registered in Endowment Dept. of Government of Telangana and is managed under a registered Trust by a Board of Trustees. By blessing of Maharaj all his pujas and devotional activities are being continued by his Bhaktas. The Trustees and Bhaktas are committed to the cause of Maharaj and growth and development of Samsthan.
The temple premises has A large Sabha Mandapam which stands in-front of the Samadhi of Maharaj ,A Vedic School ,Gow Shala ,Anna Dan Hall ,and Cattle Field for Gow Shala
Uppuguda is a famous suburban area in the old city of Hyderabad. The Bhatji Bapu Maharaj Temple Complex is located in Bhatji Bapu Baugh area, which is at a walkable distance either from Uppuguda Bus Stand or Uppuguda Railway Station.
How To Reach?
The Location Map and Driving Direction link will assist the local Guests to plan their visit to the Temple Complex. And for the Guests who are travelling to Hyderabad from another city may look at the wikitravel link to explore more about Hyderabad city.
Where To Stay?
During the festival period ( Dwadashi Ustav) a large number of devotees participate in various programs like Bhajan & Kirtan. Usually the activities run for 2-3 days without any interruption during the Dwadashi Ustav. The Temple Trust has made arrangements by way of well equipped dormitories for the devotees who wish to stay at the premises and engage themselves in these activities.
Various programs, activities, festivals are held throughout the year. There is a special place for Dwadashi (12th day after full-moon day) and the programs associated with this day.
The Samsthan Management makes arrangements for "Anna-Daan" (food for all) on all days falling on Dwadashi. The devotees can visit the temple complex between 10:30 to 12:30 and seek the blessings and Prasadam.
The management is appealing to the Devotees to come forward and help the management to reach out to as many devotees as possible.
The management has not appointed any agency or agents to collect funds. Please seek complete information before making any Monetary Transactions.
Important Notice
The management is always short of resources, so those Devotees who wish to offer self help may do so by participating in various activities and perform tasks of their choice.
The Devotees can also donate funds as per the schedule given below.
Demand Draft or Cheque shall be drawn in favour of "Samsthan Shree Bhatji Bapu Maharaj" . Please send the same by registered post or speed post to the correspondence address. Please also mention sender's name and complete address for return communication.
For those who prefer to transfer the funds via NEFT or RTGS please note the Bank Account details as following.
CAUTION: Please verify all the details before sending donations/money. No agency or individual is appointed to collect money on behalf.
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Hyderabad, Sultanshahi |
| Account Name | Samsthan Shree Bhatji Bapu Maharaj |
| Account Number | 1597000105000659 |
| IFS Code | PUNB0159700 |