Shri Premnagar Ashram

Shri Premnagar Ashram is one of the most prominent ashrams in Haridwar. Located about 7 km from Har Ki Pauri, the ashram was established in 1944 by Yogiraj Paramsant Satgurudev Shri Hans Ji Maharaj and was further developed by Jagat Janani Shri Mataji and Shri Satpal Ji Maharaj. Situated on the banks of the Ganga River, Premnagar Ashram is prominent for its serenity, spiritual atmosphere, and peaceful ambience. The ashram also houses a temple, called Shri Hans Tirath.

Shri Premnagar Ashram, Haridwar

Located on Haridwar's Jwalapur Road, the Premnagar Ashram is visited by many throughout the year. Every Sunday, the ashram organises a satsang in its "Mansarovar Hall", which can accommodate around 2000 people at a time. To cater to such a large spiritual gathering, they have constructed 3000 washrooms, which is one of the largest such facilities at a spiritual site. The ashram also comprises multiple gardens that house nearly 250 varieties of flowers.
 

Its serene and calm ambience makes it an ideal place for meditation. Many sages and saints practice meditation here, which is why the Premnagar Ashram is revered as a centre of spiritual knowledge, where a master imparts knowledge to their disciples. As soon as you enter the ashram, you can feel the aura of peace and positivity in every corner. For the convenience of visitors, the ashram has also constructed bathing ghats.

Foundation Story

It is believed that two natural enemies, the snake and mongoose, played a role in the foundation of the ashram. It is said that, when Maharaj was looking for a suitable location for the ashram, he came across a pond where a snake and a mongoose were living peacefully together. This rare sight inspired him to start the ashram here, which is now revered as Shri Premnagar Ashram.

Social Activities

Apart from spirituality, the ashram is also involved in several social activities, including tree plantation, distribution of clothes, providing education, and free medicine to the needy. It also organises health check-ups and blood donation camps regularly. Additionally, a large community feast (bhandara) is organised for devotees and visitors of the ashram.

Major Attraction of Premnagar Ashram

Apart from its beauty and serenity, Shri Premnagar Ashram in Haridwar is also known for several unique attractions, such as: -

• Trimurti Shankar Ji Fountain

Inside the ashram, there is a beautifully designed fountain crowned with four back-to-back statues of Lord Shiva. Seated on a lotus, the fountain is beautifully colored and illuminated with colourful lights. It is believed that a person entering the Ashram with a negative mindset will see a snake around Shiva's neck. On the other hand, someone entering with a positive attitude and with a respect for the place will not notice such things at all.

• Musical Fountain

Along with the Trimurti Fountain, the ashram houses a computerised musical fountain that syncs with the music and dances on its beats, which looks amazing, especially after sunset.

• Nursery and Garden

The ashram is surrounded by lush green gardens that house around 250 varieties of flowers.

• Panch Pallav

Among several gardens, there is one located behind the Pawan Hans Ghat, featuring the Panch Pallav Grove, a rare formation where five trees are naturally joined and grow as one. The tree is surrounded by a platform providing a peaceful space for meditation. The leaves of these trees are considered sacred and are used for the puja on special occasions. The leaves of this Panch Palla also symbolised the five senses of the human body.

Ashram Bathing Ghat

During her lifetime, Shri Mataji constructed a Hans Pawan Ghat, around 220 feet long. To ensure privacy, it features separate spaces for men and women.

Accommodation in Premnagar Ashram

Premnagar Ashram offers accommodation facilities for visitors. For this, the ashram built a Shreyansh Bhawan, comprising 104 AC and Non- Ac rooms. Visitors looking to stay in the ashram can book these rooms in person.

Food Guide

The ashram has a dedicated kitchen where satvik food is prepared for residents. Besides this, visitors on a day tour can also explore the nearby eateries offering a range of cuisines.

Major Nearby Attractions

While visiting Shri Premnagar Ashram, visitors can also explore other popular places in Haridwar, such as:

• Saptrishi Ashram
• Ma Anandmayi Ashram
• Daksha Mahadev Mandir
• Sati Ghat