Category: Former President

Bhakti Vichar Vishnu Maharaj joined the mission of his revered Gurudev, Srila Bhakti Balabha Tirtha Maharaj, at a very young age, demonstrating exceptional talent in harmonizing the timeless wisdom of the Gaudiya Vaishnava Sampradaya with the needs of the modern world.

Through his extensive travels, both alongside his Guru and independently, he has earned widespread respect and trust within the global Vaishnava community.

His dedication and leadership have led to his appointment as the President Acharya of the Sri Chaitanya Gaudiya Math and the Chief Secretary of the Vishwa Vaishnava Raj Sabha, where he continues to inspire and serve with unwavering commitment.

Srila Bhakti Bibudha Bodhayan Goswami Maharaj is the current President-Acharya of Sri Gopinath Gaudiya Math. A disciple of Srila Bhakti Pramod Puri Goswami Thakur (the first president of the WVA), he was born in 1964 in West Bengal, India. From a young age, he was immersed in Vedic culture, guided by his grandfather and other respected Vaishnavas.

He received initiation in 1986, embracing the path of bhakti. Recognized for his spiritual dedication, he was awarded sannyas in 1993. In 1997, he was appointed as successor and Acharya of Sri Gopinath Gaudiya Math. He now travels the world sharing the teachings of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, inspiring others with his wisdom and compassion.

Srila Gopananda Bon Maharaj is a distinguished disciple of Srila Bhakti Hriday Ban Maharaj, who was one of the pioneering figures in preaching in colonial England and Nazi Germany.

Appointed as the fourth Acharya of the Radha Govinda Trust, he traveled globally, sharing his knowledge and recording inspiring bhajans.

After the passing of Srila Bhakti Balabh Tirtha Maharaj, the Vaishnava community unanimously chose  Srila Gopananda Bon Maharaj, the senior-most Vaishnava, to accept the presidency of the World Vaishnava Association (WVA). At 96, he remains an active force, continually urging us toward unity and the realization of our shared goals.

Srila Bhakti Vichar Bishnu Maharaj was born on September 10, 1956, in a Vaishnava family in Aliabad village, Ganjam district, Orissa, India. His parents, Khali Shyama Das and Chandramani Devi, were disciples of Babaji Radhacharan Das Maharaj. From a young age, he pursued studies in Sanskrit and spiritual arts, including puja, Puranic studies, sadhusanga, kirtan practice, and devotional music. In 1979, he received Harinama and Diksha initiation from Srila Bhakti Vaibhava Puri Maharaj, adopting the brahmachari name Ananta Krishna Das. He later took sannyasa in 1984 from Bhakti Jivan Janardan Goswami Maharaj.

Maharaj played a pivotal role in establishing and leading temples of the Sri Krishna Chaitanya Mission in Digapahandi, Vrindavan, Berhampur, and Mayapur. He has been serving as the Vice President of the World Vaishnava Association since 2004. Following the passing of his guru in 2009, he became the Acharya of the Sri Krishna Chaitanya Mission and founded the International Krishna Chaitanya Mission, expanding its reach globally. Known for his non-sectarian and respectful approach, Maharaj travels extensively, preaching pure Krishna bhakti, devotion to Sri Guru, service to Vaishnavas, and Gaudiya siddhanta to audiences worldwide.

Jagad Guru Siddhaswarupananda Paramahamsa has been actively serving as a senior advisor to the World Vaishnava Association (WVA) since its revival. His presence plays a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the ancient, universal values that have long been associated with the sacred land of India.

Siddhasvarupananda serves as a Senior Advisor of the World Vaisnava Association, and a coordinator of the Vrindavan Preservation Comitee, actively contributing to the protection and preservation of Vrindavan’s sacred heritage.contributing to its efforts to protect and sustain Vrindavan’s heritage.

The WVA recognizes Jagad Guru Siddhaswarupananda as a bona fide spiritual preceptor (Acharya) within this sacred lineage, placing him on equal standing with any other esteemed Gaudiya Vaishnava Acharya.

His significant and remarkable contributions to the global spread of Gaudiya Vaishnavism continue to be a source of inspiration. We extend our deepest gratitude and support for his ongoing success in his noble mission to serve humanity.

Jagad Guru Siddhaswarupananda Paramahamsa established Science of Identity Foundation and is the inspiration behind numerous local and worldwide organizations founded by his disciples and students. He has been teaching the science of yoga meditation for over 50 years.

Bhakti Prapanna Tirtha Maharaj, a Senior Advisor of WVA, continues to play an important role in guiding these initiatives.

By the mercy of Sri Guru, Vaishnavas, and Bhagavan, Sree Caitanya Sridhar Seva Ashram was established in the heart of Srila Bhakti Prapanna Tirtha Goswami Maharaj.

Srila Bhakti Prapanna Tirtha Goswami Maharaj, a humble disciple of His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Rakshak Sridhar Dev Goswami Maharaj.

Through his sincerity and humility, Srila Maharaj made the SCS Seva Ashrams come to life in Sri Nabadwip Dham and Sri Vrindavan Dham.