Stichting Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam

About Us

A foundation dedicated to fostering spiritual harmony, cultural preservation, and community unity through the timeless principles of Sanatana Dharma.
Stichting Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (SVK) is a foundation formed with a vision to establish an institution that instills culture, traditions, and spiritual harmony, embracing the framework of Sanatana Dharma.
SVK founded Sri Balaji Temple at Oirschot, a shrine where idols of Lord Balaji, Ram Darbar, and Lord Shiva are emplaced. Sri Balaji Temple is a place of worship, a cultural centre, and a rendezvous of community members.
Our Purpose

Objective

The main objective of SVK foundation is to establish, manage and operate an Indian cultural centre, the Sri Balaji Temple, as the basis for all its activities such as:
The Foundation’s primary audience is anyone who wants to learn more about Sanatana Dharma, often referred to as Hinduism. But also anyone who is looking for meaning on a spiritual, cultural and philosophical level.
Leadership

Organization

The foundation has a board that consists of 3 registered members. The board determines the strategic direction, is responsible for financial supervision, and oversees the organization and communication from the foundation.
01

Sivaram Tadigotla

President

02

Aravind Mamidi

Secretary

03

Sridhar Raghavan

Treasurer Treasurer

In addition to the board, there is an executive team that takes care of the implementation of activities inside and outside the center. The members of the board and executive team do not receive any remuneration for their work, however they are entitled to reimbursements on any expenses incurred towards SVK.

Our Vision

Mission

Sri Balaji temple is going to be built in Western Europe, most likely in south of Netherlands, which is easily accessible from neighbouring countries. It is going to be one of the traditional Hindu temples in Western Europe.
The mission of Sri Balaji temple in Western Europe is to provide a place for followers of Sanatana Dharma living in Europe to worship Lord Balaji in a traditional atmosphere and to provide religious, cultural and educational resources.

The purpose is to:

Build a temple to practice various tenets of Sanatana Dharma

Participate in spiritual and community activities

Spiritual Framework of Sanatana Dharma

Path of Devotion

We focus on love, devotion, and surrender to a personal deity. We have all kinds of gods in the center for worship.

Path of Knowledge

We pursue spiritual knowledge and self-examination by studying scriptures such as the Upanishads, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Vedanta.

Path of Action

We focus on selfless actions carried out without attachment to results, serving humanity with compassion.

Path of Meditation

We emphasize meditation, discipline, and control of the mind to achieve self-realization and inner peace.

At Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Foundation, we are open to everyone and follow a wide range of beliefs, practices, and philosophies. This motto is also reflected in the name of our foundation, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which means “world in one family” and truly believes in the unity in diversity.

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Ancient Sanskrit Wisdom

"Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: The World is One Family"