About Us
Welcome To Manav Mandir Mission
Manav Mandir Mission Trust is a registered non-profit public charitable organization established under the Indian Trust Act, Section (42) on 3rd November 1989 by the revered spiritual leader H.H. Acharya Shri Roop Chandra Ji Maharaj.
For more than three decades, the Mission has been dedicated to the service of humanity through education, healthcare support, women empowerment, spiritual development, yoga, and social welfare initiatives.
Our work focuses on building a society based on compassion, values, non-violence, and global harmony.
Our Journey
The vision of Manav Mandir Mission began during Pujya Gurudev Ji’s Jaipur journey in 1981, where the idea of a service-oriented spiritual organization first took shape.
The organization started its activities in 1985 at:
KH-57, Ring Road, Sarai Kale Khan, New Delhi – 110013
Since then, the Mission has been conducting:
Spiritual discourses and satsangs
Educational and awareness programs
Social welfare activities
Yoga and meditation sessions
Community support initiatives
In 1989, the organization was formally registered as Manav Mandir Mission Trust, and all its education, service, and yoga projects continue to operate under this registered body.
The premises is also known as Jain Mandir and Jain Ashram, and the connecting road has been named in honor of Pujya Gurudev Ji by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).
Our Objectives
- To provide education and care for orphaned and underprivileged children and support their overall development.
- To promote education awareness in slum and marginalized communities.
- To support destitute and elderly women by providing essential needs such as food, clothing, and medical assistance.
- To provide healthcare support and promote community health and wellness.
- To spread awareness about non-violence, spirituality, and global peace.
- To nurture children with love, moral values, and holistic development.
Core Principles
- Right to Education: We believe education is the foundation of a better life. Manav Mandir Mission provides quality, value-based education to orphaned, underprivileged, and slum children, focusing on both intellectual growth and character development.
- Women’s Welfare: Women are the backbone of society. We support destitute and vulnerable women by providing food, clothing, healthcare, and essential resources to help them live with dignity and security.
- Quality Life for All: A better life requires good health, education, and emotional well-being. We are committed to improving the overall quality of life for children and disadvantaged communities through care, support, and holistic development.
Our Mission
Manav Mandir Mission Trust runs various humanitarian and social service initiatives focused on education, healthcare, spiritual growth, environmental protection, and community development.
- Matri Seva Prakalp – Care, shelter, and support for destitute elderly mothers.
- Sharnarthi Seva Prakalp – Rehabilitation and livelihood assistance for displaced Pakistani Hindu refugee families.
- Disaster Management – Emergency relief, rehabilitation, and support for disaster-affected communities.
- Environment Protection & Animal Welfare – Tree plantation, river cleanliness, environmental awareness, and animal care initiatives.
- Seva Dham Plus – Therapeutic and wellness services based on traditional Indian medical practices.
- Manav Mandir Gurukul – Holistic education and personality development for marginalized children.
- Manav Mandir Publications – Publication of spiritual literature and the Rooprekha magazine.
- Voyages & Sarva Dharm Sambhav – Promotion of global peace through international visits and interfaith conferences.
- Promotion of Sanatan & Shraman Culture – Spreading Indian spiritual traditions through lectures, conferences, yoga, and meditation.
- Roopantaran Yog – Research and promotion of ancient Yog-Dhyan practices with practical and time-efficient techniques.
About Founder
His Holiness Pujya Acharya Shri Roop Chandra Ji Maharaj is the Lifetime President of Manav Mandir Mission Trust. He is a renowned academician, philosopher, writer, and poet, and a highly respected scholar of Jain philosophy and spiritual studies. With visionary leadership and deep commitment, he has rendered remarkable service to humanity and human development.
Acharya Shri has traveled extensively across India and several countries to promote global peace, non-violence (Ahimsa), universal brotherhood, and spiritual values. His continuous efforts in social and spiritual transformation have inspired thousands of people toward a value-based life.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he was honored with the prestigious “Man of the Year – 2004” award by the American Biographical Institute, USA. He has also been recognized by the Amity Humanity Foundation (AHF) and the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) for his significant role in promoting public health awareness and supporting the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS.
Our Team
Leadership Vision & Organizational Development
On 1st December 2013, during the 13th Annual Session of Manav Mandir Mission Trust, His Holiness
Pujya Acharya Shri Roop Chandra Ji Maharaj shared his vision for the future management and expansion of the organization.
During the session, Acharya Shri appreciated the effective functioning of the Mission’s service centres at
Hisar (Haryana) and Sunam (Punjab). He also acknowledged the dedicated and invaluable services of the Sadhvis,
Arun Yogi, and all trustees, officials, and staff members who have been continuously contributing to the Mission.
On this occasion, Acharya Shri announced the appointment of the following as new Trustees and Directors:
- Sadhvi Kanaklata
- Sadhvi Samatashree
- Arun Yogi
He stated that through their collective leadership and coordination, they would assist him and
Mahasati Manjula Shree Ji in expanding and strengthening the humanitarian and service activities of the Mission.
He also expressed confidence that the organization would continue to receive full support from trustees, office bearers,
volunteers, and society at large.
The announcement was warmly welcomed and appreciated by participants from across India and abroad.
Acharya Shri further emphasized that the Trust would continue to grow and expand by appointing additional trustees in the future.
Organizational Restructuring & Registration Update
This leadership decision was officially published in the Trust’s monthly magazine
Rooprekha (January 2014, Page 34).
Following this, the organizational restructuring and rejuvenation process was completed on
14 May 2018, which included the transfer of the Trust’s registered office from
Ludhiana to Delhi.
The updated governance structure and organizational details are maintained in the official records of
Manav Mandir Mission Trust.
Dr. Arun Prakash Ji
Dr. Arun Prakash Ji is a contemporary Indian philosopher, scholar, and essayist known for his deep insights into Indian philosophical traditions and cultural thought. He is widely respected as a multi-disciplinary Acharya with expertise in various spiritual and philosophical schools.
He is best known for his work on Vedanta, Gandhian philosophy, Guru Granth Sahib, and Jain Acharanga Sutra. Through public lectures and articles published in reputed journals, he has actively promoted Indian philosophy and spiritual values.
His notable books include Gandhi’s Ram, Philosophical Essays, and That Hero is Laudable, which present a unique interpretation of Gandhian thought, Mahavira’s philosophy, and classical Indian wisdom traditions.
Through dedicated self-study, he has gained proficiency in several Indian languages such as Sanskrit, Braj, Koshur, Telugu, and Tamil, as well as foreign languages including Persian, Korean, and Chinese.
Dr. Arun Prakash Ji initially served as a Professor of Philosophy at the university level and later contributed significantly to cultural diplomacy, strengthening India–Korea cultural relations.
- Establishment of the India–Korea Cultural Exchange Center in Ayodhya
- Contribution to the development of Queen Heo Memorial Park
- Advisor to the Vice Chancellor of Avadh University
- Facilitated academic collaborations with national and international institutions
In recognition of his contributions, he was honored with the prestigious Swami Brahmanand Award (2020) by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. His role in the cultural revival of Ayodhya was also highlighted during the Ramotsav organized by the State Culture Department.
At Manav Mandir Mission Trust, Dr. Arun Prakash Ji serves as a guiding intellectual force for the Mission’s spiritual activities, helping make the philosophical teachings and vision of Pujya Acharya Shri Roop Chandra Ji Maharaj accessible to society.
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