श्री कुलानंद आश्रम
Sh. Kulanand Ashram
Sem Nagraja Temple
Welcome to Shri Sem Nagraja Sewa Samiti. Experience authentic Himalayan spirituality at our ashram located at the foothills of Sem Nagraja Temple. We provide shelter for pilgrims and sanctuary for sacred cows.
16,340+
Pilgrims
50+
Cows Sheltered
19+
Years of Service
About Us
The Story of Maharaj Ji
The Beginning...
"Maharaj Ji" was born and brought up in Sadadh Gaon. Later in his life he served the Indian Army for more than 2 decades. After retiring, he started giving back to the society by helping pilgrims with stay, site information and Indian mythology behind religious places in his village.
In 2006, he was on his annual trip to "Sem Nagraja". As fate would have it, during his return to the village, he chanced upon a tragic scene; a lion had attacked a cow that had been tied to a tree. By the time Maharaj ji reached the cow, her struggle had ended with death.
"Sh. Kulanand Ashram"
This incident changed the goal of his life; he started providing shelter to the stray cows and the cows disowned by their owners as they became old. That is when "Sh. Kulanand Ashram" was born and since then Maharaj Ji did not look back and he dedicated his entire life and earnings for the betterment of cows and the pilgrims visiting Sem Nagraja Temple.
The Ashram & Cow Shelter
"Madbhagi Saur" is located at the foothills of "Sem Nagraja" temple and the roads end at this point. It is quite a remote place with limited facilities available for pilgrims. Maharaj ji has catered 6-8 rooms built with attached bathrooms and hot water supply. He provides dormitory facilities to accommodate most of the pilgrims. Besides this food and tea is provided to all visitors of the Ashram including poor/needy from local villages.
Founded by Service
Over 2 decades of Indian Army service
Gau Seva
Shelter for abandoned and stray cows
Pilgrim Care
6-8 rooms with attached bathrooms & hot water
Our Trustees
Maharaj Ji
Care Taker
Bhagwati Prasad Chamoli
Trustee Member
Businessman, Dehradun
Dr. Sandeep Semwal
Finance Secretary
Doctor, Dehradun
Adv. Ranghad Ji
Trustee Member
Advocate, Dehradun
Our Services
Experience Ashram Life
From comfortable accommodations to spiritual programs, we offer everything you need for a transformative pilgrimage to Sem Nagraja Temple.
Stay at Ashram
6-8 clean rooms with attached bathrooms and hot water supply. Dormitory facilities available to accommodate pilgrims.
Food & Tea
Nourishing meals and tea provided to all visitors of the Ashram including poor/needy from local villages.
Temple Visit
Visit the sacred Sem Nagraja Temple. Get guidance on site information and Indian mythology behind this holy place.
Cow Shelter (Gao Sewa)
Support our cow shelter that provides sanctuary to abandoned and stray cows. Your donation helps us care for these sacred animals.
Moments from the Ashram
Ashram Gallery
Family with Maharaj Ji
Your Shared Memories
Stories from Pilgrims
Read experiences shared by pilgrims who have visited Sem Nagraja Temple and stayed at our ashram.
"Our family visit to Sem Nagraja Temple with Maharaj Ji's blessings was a divine experience. The Himalayan backdrop and spiritual atmosphere created memories we will cherish forever."
Pilgrim Family
Uttarakhand, India
"Walking through the ashram's organic gardens with Maharaj Ji was enlightening. The sustainable farming practices and connection to nature taught me the true meaning of simple living."
Organic Garden Visitor
Dehradun, India
"The Gau Seva program touched my heart deeply. Caring for the rescued calves and seeing the love given to each animal showed me true compassion in action."
Gau Seva Volunteer
Delhi, India
Life at the Ashram
Contact Us
Plan Your Pilgrimage
Ready to visit Sem Nagraja Temple and experience the serenity of Sh. Kulanand Ashram? Reach out to us for accommodation inquiries or any questions.
Location
Sem Mukhem, Tehri Garhwal Uttarakhand, India
Phone
+91 87556 64822Visiting Hours
Open for pilgrims year-round Best time: March - November