Food Distribution (Anna Daan) on Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Join us in the auspicious Janmashtami Celebrations by making a kind contribution to provide nourishing and sanctified meals on the occasion of Janmashtami, the birth appearance of Lord Krishna, on 16 Aug 2025.
- 500,000 Cupfuls of Nourishment: We will distribute nourishing khichari (one pot meal) to all.
- 200,000 Hot Meals: Additionally, we shall serve 200,000 plates of hot Prasadam meals, prepared with the highest standards and sanctified (as Prasadam) by offering to Lord Krishna.
Scriptures mention food (prasadam) distribution as one of the most charitable acts. Food (prasadam) distribution is a tradition that dates back to ancient times. Prasadam is infused with blessings. It not only nourishes the body but energizes the soul with the unlimited blessings of Lord Krishna.
Please donate generously and do not miss this unique opportunity to receive the unlimited blessings of Lord Krishna. Contribute to help us make this Janmashtami more special.
Payment Methods
Only for Indian Citizen/Indian Passport Holder.
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- Bank Name: HDFC Bank
- Account Name: ISKCON
- Account No: 50100323984641
- IFSC Code: HDFC0009454
- Swift Code: HDFCINBB
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Vyapar.171761623897@hdfcbank
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Valid upto 31/03/2026
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For more information please Call | Whatsapp: 9451587879 from Monday to Saturday between 9:00am to 6:00pmScriptural References
Bhagavad Gita 18.5
Acts of sacrifice, charity and penance are not to be given up; they must be performed. Indeed, sacrifice, charity and penance purify even the great souls.
Bhagavad Gita 9.22
But those who always worship Me with exclusive devotion, meditating on My transcendental form—to them I carry what they lack, and I preserve what they have.
Bhagavad Gita 2.40
In this endeavour of offering service to Lord Kṛṣṇa, you get eternal credit, and a little service offered to Lord Kṛṣṇa can protect one from the most dangerous type of fear.
Srimad Bhagavatam 10.11.11
While Kṛṣṇa was going to the fruit vendor very hastily, most of the grains He was holding fell. Nonetheless, the fruit vendor filled Kṛṣṇa’s hands with fruits, and her fruit basket was immediately filled with jewels and gold.
Srimad Bhagavatam 10.22.35
It is the duty of every living being to perform welfare activities for the benefit of others with his life, wealth, intelligence and words.