Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy traveled to the holy site to participate in the 13th Pattabhisheka Mahotsava of the current pontiff, Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji. Spiritual fervor gripped the sacred hills of Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri as devotees and leaders gathered to mark a milestone in the Math’s history.
This anniversary celebrates over a decade of the Swamiji’s leadership, during which he has expanded the Math’s reach in education, healthcare, and social welfare across Karnataka.
The Minister shared his experience of seeking divine blessings, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between the state’s leadership and its spiritual foundations. The grand celebration reached its peak on February 20, 2026.
Celebrating 13 Years of Spiritual and Social Leadership
The Pattabhisheka Mahotsava commemorates the day Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji took the mantle as the 72nd head of the ancient Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math. Under his guidance, the institution has become a powerhouse of rural development, managing hundreds of educational institutions that serve thousands of students from underprivileged backgrounds.
During the visit, Minister Kumaraswamy offered “Bhakti Purvaka Namana” (devotional salutations) to the seer, acknowledging the Swamiji’s role in guiding the community toward moral and professional growth. According to Deccan Herald, the Math remains a vital pillar of the Vokkaliga community and a symbol of secular service to all of humanity.
A recent social media post from the Union Minister featured photos of the ceremony—capturing the solemnity and the massive crowd gathered at the temple complex.
ಜೈ ಶ್ರೀ ಗುರುದೇವ್ 🙏
ಶ್ರೀ ಆದಿಚುಂಚನಗಿರಿ ಮಹಾಸಂಸ್ಥಾನ ಮಠದ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಜಗದ್ಗುರುಗಳಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಶ್ರೀ ಶ್ರೀ ಡಾ. ನಿರ್ಮಲಾನಂದ ನಾಥ ಮಹಾಸ್ವಾಮೀಜಿ ಅವರ 13ನೇ ಪಟ್ಟಾಭಿಷೇಕ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವದ ಶುಭ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರ ಆದಿಚುಂಚನಗಿರಿಗೆ ತೆರಳಿ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯರಿಗೆ ಭಕ್ತಿಪೂರ್ವಕ ನಮನಗಳನ್ನು ಸಮರ್ಪಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.#ಶ್ರೀಆದಿಚುಂಚನಗಿರಿಕ್ಷೇತ್ರ pic.twitter.com/4nzkQ63NWE
— ಹೆಚ್.ಡಿ.ಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ | HD Kumaraswamy (@hd_kumaraswamy) February 20, 2026
The Cultural Pulse of Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri
Witnessing the rituals at the Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri temple provides a glimpse into the timeless traditions of Karnataka. Thousands of followers traveled from across the state to catch a glimpse of the Mahaswamiji on this special day. The atmosphere remained charged with the chants of “Jai Sri Gurudev,” the signature greeting of the Math’s followers.
Beyond the rituals, the event served as a platform for discussing future initiatives in science and technology, a field where Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji—an engineer by training—takes a personal interest. This blend of ancient wisdom and modern education continues to drive the region toward a prosperous future.
