Harekrishna Temple
Hare Krishna Temple in Whitefield, Bangalore | ISKCON Whitefield Services
In the heart of Whitefield, Bengaluru, the ISKCON Whitefield Hare Krishna temple stands as a radiant centre of devotion, knowledge, and seva. A proud part of the global ISKCON family founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, we bring the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and the joy of Bhakti Yoga directly to your neighbourhood. Whether you are a working professional seeking a break from the daily grind, a parent looking to raise children with strong values, or a seeker yearning for deeper meaning, this Hare Krishna temple in Whitefield is designed for you. From morning Mangala Arati to evening Bhagavatam classes, from youth empowerment programs to large-scale prasadam distribution, we offer a complete spiritual ecosystem for every member of your family. Our mission, rooted in the principles of Devotion, Simplicity, and Compassion, is to make Bhakti accessible, practical, and deeply fulfilling for every soul in Bangalore and beyond.
Daily Temple Programs and Satsanga
The Hare Krishna temple at Whitefield comes alive every single day with vibrant spiritual activities. Our schedule is designed to fit the rhythm of modern urban life while keeping the spirit of ancient Vedic tradition alive.
Every morning begins with Mangala Arati, the auspicious darshan of Sri Sri Radha Krishna, filling the atmosphere with fragrance, music, and devotion. Throughout the day, you can attend Krishna Katha sessions, Srimad Bhagavatam classes, and melodious bhajans that wash away the stress of everyday life.
Our evening Bhagavad Gita lectures, held daily from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, are especially popular among IT professionals and office-goers in Whitefield who want a meaningful way to unwind after work. Weekend satsangas draw families, students, and senior devotees together in a spirit of community and shared purpose.
With 11 active Bhakti Centres spread across Whitefield and surrounding areas including AECS Layout, Kannamangala, Panathur, Hoodi, Kaggadasapura, and Brookefield, we ensure that a spiritual oasis is never far from where you live.
Mantra Meditation and Kirtan
At the core of Bhakti Yoga is the sacred practice of mantra meditation, chanting the Hare Krishna maha-mantra. This ancient sound vibration has been practised for thousands of years and is widely recognised today for its ability to calm the mind, reduce stress, and awaken inner joy.
At our Hare Krishna temple, trained devotees guide you through japa meditation using traditional tulasi bead malas. Our group kirtan sessions are among the most loved activities at the temple, where the combined energy of collective chanting creates an experience that words cannot fully describe.
Whether you are new to mantra meditation or a seasoned practitioner, our sessions are open, welcoming, and absolutely free of cost. You are invited to walk in, sit down, and chant.
Spiritual Education Courses
ISKCON Whitefield offers a structured range of spiritual education programs that make Vedic wisdom practical, relatable, and transformative for daily life.
Bhagavad Gita Course: Our flagship Gita course teaches you to apply the timeless teachings of Lord Krishna to real-world situations such as managing stress, making ethical decisions, building relationships, and finding lasting happiness. Batches are available for beginners and advanced students alike.
Bhakti Shastri and Bhakti Vaibhav: These in-depth academic programs in Vaishnava philosophy are conducted across multiple locations. Currently, more than 70 students are enrolled in parallel Bhakti Shastri batches across AECS Layout, Kannamangala, and Panathur.
Bhakti Steps Program: For those just beginning their spiritual journey, Bhakti Steps offers a warm, structured, and progressive path into devotional life. Under the guidance of senior devotees, you learn how to chant, study scripture, adopt a sattvic lifestyle, and deepen your connection with Sri Krishna step by step.
Mantra Meditation Course: A focused program to help you establish a consistent daily japa practice and understand the philosophy behind the maha-mantra.
Youth Empowerment: The FOLK Program
ISKCON Whitefield runs one of Bengaluru’s most dynamic youth programs through FOLK, which stands for Friends Of Lord Krishna. Every weekend, hundreds of young people gather at the Hare Krishna temple for an energising blend of spiritual classes, interactive workshops, music, dance, and prasadam.
The FOLK program is facilitated by experienced devotees who have spent over two decades as spiritual educators. Sessions address challenges that today’s youth genuinely face: stress management, breaking bad habits, improving memory and focus, building self-confidence, and discovering life’s deeper purpose. Personality enrichment and values-based leadership are woven into every class.
If you are between 15 and 30, this program can be a turning point in your life. Join us on any weekend and experience the difference.
Children’s Culture Camps and Programs
We believe that the best time to plant the seed of dharma is in childhood. ISKCON Whitefield offers immersive Culture Camps for children, typically held over two weeks, where young participants learn Bhagavad Gita shlokas, classical dance, yoga, art, and storytelling rooted in the Puranas.
These camps are conducted in gated community clubhouses across Whitefield, making it easy and convenient for parents to enrol their children. Beyond information, the camps are designed to build character: honesty, compassion, self-discipline, gratitude, and love for all living beings.
Several of our Bhakti Centres also run dedicated children’s programs like Krishna Krida School, offering weekly spiritual engagement for kids alongside Gita courses for parents. It truly is a family experience.
Community Welfare: Cause for Life
Spiritual life is incomplete without compassionate service to others. Through our Cause for Life initiative, ISKCON Whitefield works to nurture people, culture, and the environment in alignment with timeless Vedic teachings.
Cause for Life brings together volunteers committed to reviving community bonds, preserving India’s cultural heritage, and restoring ecological balance through sustainable initiatives. From youth empowerment drives to environmental awareness campaigns, this program is a call to every citizen who believes that service to God and service to humanity are one and the same.
If you want to be part of something larger than yourself, Cause for Life is where you begin.
Food for Life: Feeding Body and Soul
One of the most visible expressions of Krishna consciousness is the principle that no one should go to bed hungry. Our Food for Life programme is a living embodiment of this belief.
Every day, our volunteers prepare and distribute wholesome, sanctified vegetarian meals, known as prasadam, to those in need across Bengaluru. Prasadam is not ordinary food. It is first offered to Sri Krishna with love and devotion, making it spiritually uplifting for whoever receives it.
You can be part of this noble mission in two ways: by volunteering your time to help prepare or distribute meals, or by making a donation that directly supports the cost of ingredients and operations. Even a small contribution ensures that a hungry person receives not just food, but grace.
Krishna Life: The Temple Comes to Your Home
For families and professionals who find it difficult to visit the temple regularly, we bring the Hare Krishna temple experience directly to your apartment complex or home through the Krishna Life programme.
Conducted in the clubhouses and common areas of gated communities such as Prestige Shantiniketan, Brigade Metropolis, and Adarsh Palm Retreat, these sessions include a thought-provoking talk by a senior ISKCON devotee, a guided mantra meditation session, soul-stirring bhajans, and kirtan. The programme is ideal for residents of Whitefield, Marathahalli, Sarjapur Road, Panathur, and surrounding areas who want spiritual nourishment without the commute.
To host a Krishna Life session in your community, simply reach out to us. We will come to you.
Festivals and Sacred Celebrations
The Hare Krishna temple in Whitefield is renowned for its grand festival celebrations that bring thousands of devotees together in joy, devotion, and community spirit.
Janmashtami: The celebration of Lord Krishna’s appearance day is one of the grandest events of the year, featuring elaborate decorations, all-night kirtan, dramatic Abhishekam, dance performances, and a joyful midnight celebration. Communities across Whitefield look forward to this event every year.
Ratha Yatra: The sacred chariot festival of Lord Jagannatha, a beloved tradition celebrated across India and the world, is observed with great enthusiasm at our temple and at partner locations across the city.
Ekadashi Observances: Ekadashi, the sacred fasting day that occurs twice a month, is observed with special prayers, kirtans, and satsanga at the Hare Krishna temple. Devotees gather to fast, chant, and hear scriptures as a powerful act of devotion and inner purification.
Beyond these, we celebrate Gaura Purnima, Rama Navami, Govardhan Puja, Gita Jayanti, and many other Vedic festivals throughout the year. Check our events calendar to plan your visit.
Spiritually Guided Yatras
A sacred pilgrimage to a dhama is among the most powerful experiences in spiritual life. ISKCON Whitefield regularly organises guided yatras to holy places such as Vrindavan, Mathura, Mayapur, Tirupati, and other Vaishnava tirthas.
All yatras are conducted under the guidance of experienced devotees who provide scriptural context, lead kirtan throughout the journey, and ensure a safe, devotionally rich experience for all participants. These trips are open to individuals, couples, and families.
Travelling to a holy dhama in the association of devotees transforms a trip into a deeply personal spiritual journey. We invite you to join us.
Support the New Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple
A state-of-the-art temple of Sri Sri Radha Krishna is being constructed at Gunjur, near Whitefield, Bengaluru. This will be a landmark spiritual destination for all of eastern Bangalore and beyond, a place where generations to come will walk in to seek blessings, find peace, and experience the grace of the Lord.
You can be a part of this sacred endeavour. By choosing to contribute to the temple construction, you are investing in a spiritual legacy that will serve countless souls for centuries.
Your support options include:
Brick Sponsorship allows you to sponsor Gold, Silver, or Platinum Bricks for the new temple. Each sponsorship is honoured with a special puja performed in your name and your family’s name.
The LIFE Membership and Patron Programs (Dharmadhikari, MahaDharmadhikari, Punyakoti Sevak, and Life Patron) are designed for those who wish to offer sustained support to the temple mission and receive ongoing spiritual blessings in return.
General donations towards festivals, prasadam distribution, educational programs, and temple operations are always welcome and put to transparent, purposeful use.
Every rupee offered in the service of Sri Sri Radha Krishna carries infinite spiritual merit. We humbly invite you to be a part of this divine mission.
Devotional Products and Sattvic Catering
The Hare Krishna temple also serves your home practice and special occasions through a range of devotional products and pure sattvic services.
Our store offers japa malas, tulasi bead bags, deity worship accessories, kirtan instruments, children’s Vedic books, and titles by Srila Prabhupada including the Bhagavad Gita As It Is. These items help you extend the temple atmosphere into your own home and strengthen your daily sadhana.
Our Sattvic Catering Service prepares and delivers pure, Krishna prasadam for corporate events, cultural functions, house pujas, and community gatherings. The food is prepared with devotion, free from onion and garlic, and offered to the Lord before being served. If you are planning an event and want food that nourishes not just the body but the soul, our catering service is the ideal choice.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
The temple is open for darshan during morning and evening hours on all days. Special extended timings are observed on weekends, Ekadashi, and festival days. Please visit our website or contact us for the current schedule.
Yes. ISKCON Whitefield is part of the worldwide ISKON Global movement and is an integral part of the worldwide ISKCON family founded by Srila Prabhupada in 1966. Our teachings, practices, and values are fully aligned with the global ISKCON movement.
Not at all. The Hare Krishna temple welcomes every sincere seeker regardless of religion, caste, nationality, or background. Sri Krishna's grace is universal.
Devotees follow four core guidelines: no meat eating, no gambling, no intoxication, and no illicit relationships. These principles support mental clarity and spiritual growth.
You can begin by attending any programme at the temple or at a nearby Bhakti Centre. Our devotees will warmly guide you toward volunteer seva, courses, or community service based on your interests and availability.