“No one within ten miles of a temple should go hungry. Everyone should get prasadam.” –

Srila Prabhupada

Your contribution can make a life-changing difference for thousands of pilgrims. No service is small in the eyes of the Lord.

• 🍛 Feed the Hungry, Nourish the Soul: Every plate of prasadam you sponsor fills a hungry stomach and uplifts a heart with spiritual grace.

• 🙏 Serve God Through His Devotees: Annadan is one of the highest forms of charity, directly pleasing to the Lord when offered with devotion.

• 🚶‍♂️ Support Pilgrims in Their Sacred Journey: Help lakhs of Warkaris walking to Pandharpur receive hot, sanctified meals during their spiritual yatra.

• 💛 Be a Part of Something Divine: Your donation becomes more than food—it becomes an offering of love, compassion, and spiritual connection.

A Tradition of Devotion and Service

Every year, during the holy month of Ashadha, millions of Warkaris (pilgrims) walk hundreds of kilometers in a sacred procession (wari) to reach Pandharpur, the abode of Lord Vitthala. These devotees, coming from all corners of Maharashtra and beyond, undertake this arduous journey chanting the holy names and singing the glories of the Lord.

In the midst of this spiritual ocean of faith and simplicity, ISKCON Pandharpur shines as a lighthouse of devotional hospitality, offering free, wholesome, and sanctified food (prasadam) to thousands of Warkaris under its noble Annadan Seva initiative.

Annadan: A Sacred Offering

In the Vedic tradition, Annadan—the act of offering food to others—is considered the highest charity. Śrīla Prabhupāda, the founder-ācārya of ISKCON, emphasized the importance of feeding the hungry not just physically, but spiritually—by offering them Krishna-prasadam, food first offered to the Lord.

Following his instructions, ISKCON Pandharpur has been tirelessly distributing free prasadam to Warkaris during their annual pilgrimage for years, and the scale of this effort continues to grow.

Feeding the Souls of Pilgrims

Key features of ISKCON Pandharpur’s Annadan to Warkaris:

• Mass Distribution: During the peak of the yatra, over 50,000 plates of prasadam are served daily—hot, nutritious, and spiritually sanctified. Daily more than 500 plates of prasadam are served

• Pure, Sattvic Meals: The food is cooked without onion or garlic, in line with Vedic principles, and offered to the deities before distribution.

• Volunteer Force: Hundreds of volunteers from across India and the world come to serve. Devotees rise early, chant, cook, and serve tirelessly with love and devotion.

• Eco-Friendly Practices: Leaf plates, reusable utensils, and organic waste management help minimize the environmental impact of this massive service.

A Shelter for Tired Feet and Hungry Hearts

For many Warkaris, ISKCON Pandharpur is more than just a food stop—it is a spiritual oasis:

• A place where chanting and kirtan uplift the atmosphere.

• A clean, welcoming space where hospitality is offered with folded hands and smiling hearts.

• A reminder that Krishna consciousness is about serving others as the Lord’s children.

Warkaris often express their gratitude with joyful tears and heartfelt blessings, touched by the quality and care in every plate of prasadam they receive.

Empowered by Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Vision

This service spirit traces directly back to Śrīla Prabhupāda, who said:

“No one within ten miles of a temple should go hungry. Everyone should get prasadam.”

ISKCON Pandharpur takes this instruction to heart, especially during the Pandharpur Wari, when the opportunity to serve becomes not only a necessity but a sacred privilege.