A trust of the people, for the Dharma.
History, vision and mission, trust members and government orders of the Hindu Dharma Parirakshana Trust.
A trust of the people, for the Dharma.
Vision — To anchor Hindu Dharma, culture and the Sanatana way of life as a living, cherished inheritance for every generation of Andhra Pradesh.
Mission — To propagate, promote and popularize Hindu Dharma, Hindu religion, Hindu philosophy and the study of the Vedas and Upanishads in society — through temples, education, translation of sacred texts, standardisation of rituals and practices, and welfare of priests, scholars and devotees.
How the mission is carried out.
A unique State decision — construction of 500 temples in a year in underserved colonies, bringing the deities preferred by the community to their doorstep for well-being and prosperity.
Evening gurukulams, bhajana brindams, and outreach on the meaning and benefits of every festival — carrying forward the vision of our ancestors to the next generation.
Anchoring public life in Karma Siddhanta — the timeless framework that has sustained our civilization across the ages.
As Lord Krishna declares in the Bhagavad-Gita — 'Dharmo rakshati rakshitah'. HDPT propagates Dharma among all sections through varied methods.
Vedas, Upanishads, Itihasas and astrology texts made available to the general public by appointing eminent scholars to translate authoritative editions into Telugu.
A definitive Sanskrit-to-Telugu dictionary to help devotees study mythology, dharma sastras and traditional texts with confidence.
Panels of authenticated scholars will deliberate on Sastra questions, and a free authoritative reading will be issued on request — preventing misuse of tradition for private gain.
Standardised procedures for Vastu in home construction, protecting the public from exploitation and ensuring correct traditional practice.
A pilgrimage program for two persons per mandal (BPL, aged 25–60) to Varanasi, Gaya, Prayaga and Haridwar — accompanied by a doctor and group insurance.
In partnership with Kanchi Kamakoti, Sringeri and Kurthalam Peethadhipathis — performing yagnas and rituals for the welfare of the public, State and ruler.
Requesting all Peethadhipatis, Mathadhipatis and major temples to include a sankalpa for the well-being of public, State and ruler in every visesha pooja.
Periodic discourses by eminent Pravachana speakers at district, division and mandal headquarters — with the temple as the nodal point of moral guidance.
Spiritual libraries and LED screens in every temple to telecast Suprabhatam, discourses and festival programs from 6 pm to 8 pm daily.
Training for archakas, priests, EOs, trustees and temple staff on poojas, cleanliness, records, transport, property protection, legal cases and administration.
An Academy to conduct examinations and certify archakas — valid for temple appointments; higher-level certification for 6B and 6A category temples.
Every Ugadi, the Hon'ble Chief Minister felicitates two persons from each mandal — Veda scholars, ritwiks, Vastu pandits, sthapathis and cultural artistes.
A dedicated one-hour daily darshan slot at all Andhra temples for devotees observing Ayyappa, Hanuman, Bhavani, Shiva and other deekshas.
For Telugu people living outside the State or country — sponsor poojas at any deity's temple and receive prasadam by post, on special occasions.
District, division and mandal coordinators register qualified people for poojas, funeral rites, yagnas, name-giving, muhurtha for marriages — provided on a fixed fee with an HDPT identity card.
A single, standardized Panchangam for the State — ending ambiguity for the public and providing one authoritative reference.
Identifying dilapidated ancient temples and reviving them through renovation and Sahasrabdi Utsavams.
Promoting Harikatha, Burrakatha, Tholu Bommalata and Rangasthala Padya Natakams — traditional mediums that carry the Itihasas and Puranas to the people.
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