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THE WEEK AHEAD

November 5, 2025
TULASI POOJAN

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Devotees perform Tulasi Poojan at the temple. All day

November 26, 2025
CHAMPA SHASHTI

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Special celebration for Champa Shashti. All day

November 28, 2025
SHRI GURU CHARITRA PAARAAYANA BEGINS

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Start of Shri Guru Charitra Paaraayana. All day

December 4, 2025
SHRI GURU DATTATREYA JAYANTHI

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Celebrating Shri Guru Dattatreya Jayanthi. All day

January 22, 2026
SHRI GANESH JAYANTHI

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Shri Ganesh Jayanthi celebrations. All day

February 2, 2026
GURU PRATIPADA

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Guru Pratipada observance. All day

February 3, 2026
GURU AARAADHANA

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Guru Aaradhana observance. All day

February 15, 2026
MAHAA SHIVARAATHRI & MAHILA CONVENTION

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Maha Shivaratri & Mahila Convention. All day

Every Thursday
DATTA POOJA
DATTA POOJA

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Special Pooja to Lord Shri Gurudatta by devotees. at 7:00 am

Every Sunday
SATSANG
SATSANG

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Satsang with His Holiness Guruji Shri Suresh J Pai at 11:30 am

Every Sunday
SATSANG
SATSANG

Shri Mahalasa Narayani Devi Kshetra, Harikhandige:

Satsang with His Holiness Guruji Shri Suresh J Pai at 11:30 am

Temples

🕉️ Sacred Abodes of Goddess Mahalasa 🕉️

Discover the network of Mahalasa temples across India and around the world, each preserving the divine traditions and serving devoted communities.

"यत्र देवी स्थिता तत्र नमामि" - Where the Goddess resides, there I bow

Major Temples in India

🏛️
Primary Temple

Shree Mahalasa Narayani Temple, Mardol

📍 Mardol, Ponda, Goa

🏗️ Established: 17th Century

Original and primary temple after migration from Verna

Temple Features:

Main sanctum with original idol
Traditional Goan architecture
Daily elaborate rituals
Major festival celebrations
🏛️
Major Temple

Shree Mahalasa Narayani Temple, Konchady

📍 Konchady, Mangalore, Karnataka

🏗️ Established: 1987

Established by devotees who migrated from Goa

Temple Features:

Modern temple complex
Community hall
Vedic study center
Cultural programs
🏛️
Heritage Temple

Shree Mahalasa Narayani Temple, Basrur

📍 Basrur, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka

🏗️ Established: 16th Century

One of the oldest temples, over 500 years old

Temple Features:

Ancient architecture
Historical artifacts
Traditional rituals
Coastal heritage
🏛️
Community Temple

Shree Mahalasa Temple, Mumbai

📍 Dadar, Mumbai, Maharashtra

🏗️ Established: 1950s

Serves large Konkani community in Mumbai

Temple Features:

Urban temple complex
Community services
Cultural center
Educational programs
🏛️
Pilgrimage Center

Shree Mahalasa Temple, Karkal

📍 Karkal, Udupi District, Karnataka

🏗️ Established: 18th Century

Important pilgrimage center in coastal Karnataka

Temple Features:

Unique architectural style
Annual chariot festival
Devotee accommodation
Spiritual discourses
🏛️
Cultural Center

Shree Mahalasa Temple, Pune

📍 Pune, Maharashtra

🏗️ Established: 1960s

Serves migrant Konkani families

Temple Features:

Modern facilities
Language classes
Cultural preservation
Youth programs

Temple Network Map

Western India

Goa3 Temples
Maharashtra5 Temples
Karnataka8 Temples

Other Regions

Kerala2 Temples
Tamil Nadu1 Temple
Other States4 Temples

International Temples

Mahalasa Temple, USA

📍 California, USA

👥 Serving: Diaspora community

Mahalasa Temple, UK

📍 London, UK

👥 Serving: European devotees

Mahalasa Temple, Canada

📍 Toronto, Canada

👥 Serving: North American Konkanis

Mahalasa Temple, Australia

📍 Melbourne, Australia

👥 Serving: Australian Hindus

Temple Services & Facilities

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Daily Worship

  • • Morning & Evening Aarti
  • • Special occasion pujas
  • • Personal prayer services
  • • Festival celebrations
🏫

Education

  • • Sanskrit classes
  • • Vedic studies
  • • Cultural programs
  • • Youth activities
🏠

Community

  • • Wedding ceremonies
  • • Community halls
  • • Guest accommodation
  • • Social services

Pilgrimage Circuit

Sacred Journey

Experience the complete spiritual journey by visiting the interconnected network of Mahalasa temples, each offering unique blessings and cultural experiences.

Traditional Route

  1. 1Mardol, Goa (Original Temple)
  2. 2Basrur, Karnataka (Heritage)
  3. 3Konchady, Mangalore (Modern)
  4. 4Karkal, Udupi (Pilgrimage)

Modern Circuit

  1. 1Mumbai, Maharashtra (Urban)
  2. 2Pune, Maharashtra (Cultural)
  3. 3Bangalore, Karnataka (Tech Hub)
  4. 4International Temples

Connect with Temples

Each temple welcomes visitors and pilgrims. Contact individual temples for specific information about timings, ceremonies, and accommodation facilities.

📞 Temple Directory

Complete contact information for all temples

🗓️ Event Calendar

Synchronized festival dates and special events

🏨 Accommodation

Pilgrim lodging and nearby facilities

NEWS

SHRI GURU CHARITHRA

The Holy Granth Shri Guru Charithra authored by Guruji Shri Suresh J. Pai is now available in English, Kannada and Marathi . To get your copy please call on # No 8970414801.

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