About Melkote Asram
Lord Thirunarayana dwells in Melkote, Karnataka State. Acharya Ramanuja of 1017 AD allowed down trodden people into the temple here only, to prove that all are equal before God. As he brought out the right essence of Vedic knowledge by his invaluable commentaries, this place is worshipped as ‘JNA:NA MANDAPA’ by the elite.
Every year during Phalguna month a special event called ‘Vairamudi Seva’ is conducted during which a dazzling diamonds-studded crown is adorned to Lord. Lakhs of people participate in this world famous event though it is a remote place.
MelkoteThirunarayana Perumal Aradhana Samithi, was started by Late HH Pedda Jeeyar Swamy in 1977 to serve Lord and the devotees. In this asram, free food is served to the piligrims. This service is going on for 38 years without any break. Enhancing its services systematically, a new building was constructed by HH Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji. SERVING HERE IS A REAL PREVILEGE.
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Food offered to the Lord becomes divine prasadam, nourishing both the body and the soul.
Every day, 10 kilograms of rice is lovingly sent from the Asram to Sri Thirunarayana Perumal. The rice is cooked, offered to the Lord at the Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, and the sanctified prasadam is then distributed to the Acharya Purushas and temple priests serving the temple.
This sacred seva was initiated in 1977 by HH Pedda Jeeyar Swamiji and has continued uninterrupted for decades, reflecting an unwavering commitment to serving the Lord and His devotees.
Daily Free Annadanam
In addition to this sacred offering, Nithya Annadanam (Free Food Distribution) is conducted every day at the Ashram.
Fresh, wholesome prasadam is served to all devotees and visitors with love and reverence.
Annadanam Timings
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Devotees Served
- Weekdays: Approximately 100 devotees
- Weekends & Holidays: More than 200 devotees
Through this timeless tradition of Annadanam, the Asram continues to uphold the Vedic ideal of selfless service, ensuring that every visitor receives the Lord’s prasadam with dignity, devotion, and care.
Support Nithya Annadanam and become a part of this sacred service that nourishes countless devotees every single day.
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Contact Information
Each room has 3 cots and beds , attached bathroom, and other furniture. Drinking water is available 24 /7.
Note : Rooms are not available on Vayiramudi seva day.
Melkote Thirunarayana Perumal Aradhana Samithi Sri Jeeyar Mattham
Priest and incharge B.Harikrishnamacharya – 9945651894
Landline – 08236299933
Stories From Seekers
Simhachalam
We are very grateful to Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji for providing wonderful accommodation services and food services in this area. We had a very comfortable stay and had sathvik food. Thanks to Swamiji again.
Sudhavalli Madivada
Jeeyar Asram is the only place in Melkote which provides thadiyaradhana – annadanam services. The food is very tasty and homely. Infact, we were surprised when the auto driver enquired us – “Do you want to go to Annadanam Jeeyar Muttam”. So famous is the ashram for wonderful free food services.
