About Mandir Mahasangh
India's national temple-trust federation working to protect, unite, and empower Hindu temples across the nation
Who We Are
Mandir Mahasangh is India's foremost national temple-trust federation, established to unite and empower Hindu temples across the country. Operating as a federated structure that brings together temple trusts, devasthans, maths, and temple committees, Mandir Mahasangh serves as the collective voice for over 3,000+ member temples across 9 states, with its flagship presence in Maharashtra, Goa (Gomantak), and Karnataka, and an expanding network including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, and Uttarakhand.
Born from the conviction that Hindu temples are not merely places of worship but living custodians of India's civilizational heritage, Mandir Mahasangh provides a unified platform for temple trusts to advocate for governance reforms, resist land encroachment, preserve sacred traditions, and modernize temple administration. The federation operates on a democratic, volunteer-driven model with national, state, and district-level coordination committees that ensure representation from temples of all sizes and traditions.
From organizing landmark Mandir Nyas Parishads across Maharashtra to spearheading the National Dress Code Movement adopted by 2,400+ temples, Mandir Mahasangh has rapidly grown into a powerful movement for temple autonomy, dharmic heritage conservation, and the rights of temple trusts. The organization provides legal aid, property documentation support, training workshops, heritage conservation guidance, and a comprehensive digital temple directory connecting devotees with temples across the nation.
Our Journey
Key milestones in the Mandir Mahasangh movement
Foundation of Mandir Mahasangh
Mandir Mahasangh is formally established on November 14, 2010 at Nerul, Navi Mumbai, with early efforts to organize local temple trusts and address common challenges of governance and land protection.
First Maharashtra Mandir Nyas Parishad
The inaugural Maharashtra Mandir Nyas Parishad is held on February 4, 2023 in Jalgaon, bringing together over 350 temple trustees from across the state and establishing the Parishad model as the primary democratic forum for temple trusts.
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Conclave
A special conclave is organized on April 16, 2023 at the sacred Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple, focusing on heritage conservation and the protection of ancient temple sites in the Western Ghats region.
Ozar Ashtavinayak Convention
A regional convention at Ozar, one of the eight Ashtavinayak Ganesh temples, strengthens the network of temple trusts in the Pune-Nashik corridor and launches the temple property documentation drive.
Elephanta Caves Worship Rights Agitation
Mandir Mahasangh leads a public agitation at the UNESCO-listed Elephanta Caves in March 2024, demanding restoration of regular worship at the ancient Shiva temple. Over 300 devotees participate in a symbolic Jal Abhishek ceremony. ASI agrees to form a joint committee.
Third Maharashtra Mandir Nyas Parishad
Over 875 temple trustees gather at Shirdi on December 24, 2024 for the Third Maharashtra Parishad, passing landmark resolutions on stamp duty exemption, the dress code movement, and anti-encroachment campaign expansion.
Karnataka Adhiveshan
The inaugural Karnataka state-level Adhiveshan in Bengaluru unites 500 temple trusts, marking Mandir Mahasangh's formal expansion into South India. A 15-member state committee is constituted.
Statewide Advocacy & Memorandum Campaigns
Mandir Mahasangh intensifies governance advocacy with a landmark anti-land grabbing meeting at Mantralaya (October 2025), followed by statewide memorandum drives across 22 districts involving 1,000+ trustees and over 300 memorandums submitted (November 2025). In December 2025, a stamp duty waiver memorandum is presented to the Chief Minister at Nagpur Vidhan Bhavan, capping a year of unprecedented mobilization. The organization expands to nine active state chapters with over 3,000 registered member temples.
Our Reach
Representing Hindu temples of all sizes and traditions across the country
Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and expanding to Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and more
District-level coordinators building grassroots temple networks across India
Temples that have adopted sacred dress code guidelines through the National Dress Code Movement
Our Affiliated Network
Mandir Mahasangh operates within a broader ecosystem of Hindu awareness and dharmic organizations. The federation works closely with Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) and other allied bodies that share the commitment to temple protection, cultural preservation, and dharmic revival.
At the state level, Mandir Mahasangh has established formal chapters in Maharashtra (flagship), Goa (operating as Gomantak Mandir Mahasangh), and Karnataka, with emerging chapters in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, and Uttarakhand. Each state chapter operates with autonomy on local matters while aligning with the national federation's mission and policy positions.
The federated model ensures that temples retain their individuality and local governance while benefiting from the collective strength, legal resources, and advocacy power of a national organization.
Join the Movement
Whether you are a temple trustee, priest, devotee, or volunteer, your participation strengthens the collective voice for temple rights and heritage protection across India.
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