Shri Brahmachaitanya Gondavalekar Maharaj

The holy shrine called Samadhi was built at place where the master's last rites were performed. Shri Brahmanand, one of the dearest disciples of Shri Maharaj, was appointed as one of the Trustees by the master himself in his will. Under his able guidance the solid foundation of this institution which is today known as Chaitanyaopasana, Shri Gondavalekar Maharaj Trust, was laid. Even today all activities and rituals are in line with principles and guidelines set by Shri Brahmanand.

Samadhi of Shri Maharaj is the epicenter of all rituals, activities and celebrations in Gondavale sansthan. Japam of the Divine Name (Naamsmaran), Worship of the Image (Sagunopasana) & Feeding people without any discrimination (Annadan) forms the essence of worship at Gondavale. As per preachings of the Master, the Japam of the Divine name implies an awareness of The Divine presence plus a surrender of One's ego to 'His Will'. So every year a resolution to complete 13 crore 'Japam of Ramnam' is done. All people and Sadhakas coming or staying here contribute to the same.

When a saint leaves his body, he lives an eternal life in God. It is a resurrection in the mystical sense. This day of the reunification with the Divine is called' Punyatithee'. 'Punyatithee of Shri Maharaj' is the most important and celebrated event of the year at Gondavale. Other important events celebrated include Gurupournima, Shrikrishna Janmashtami and all Pournimas (Full moon Days).