Pada Seva Team Members

Dedicated devotees and contributors sharing the message of Krishna Consciousness through spiritual writing, art, teaching and service.

Aparna Das

Aparna Das

Aparna Mataji is a schoolteacher based in Kolkata who has been part of the ISKCON community since 2016. Her journey began when she attended a summer camp organized by ISKCON Kolkata. Since then, regular Bhagavad-gita classes and her practice of Krishna Consciousness have brought greater positivity, satisfaction and happiness into her life.

As the loving mother of two daughters, Sampurna Das and Subhanita Das, she is passionate about nurturing their spiritual lives and helping them grow as sincere devotees from an early age.

Alongside her family and professional responsibilities, Aparna Mataji serves the ISKCON community during festivals and contributes by writing Krishna Conscious articles.

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Bishakha Shaw

Bishakha Shaw

Bishakha Mataji is a talented and dedicated individual who brings enthusiasm to both her professional and spiritual life. She works as a Physics Subject Matter Expert at Vedantu Innovations Pvt. Ltd., where she applies her subject knowledge and teaching skills.

She has been practising Krishna Consciousness sincerely since 2019 and is actively involved in serving the ISKCON community. She shares the message of Krishna Consciousness through her drawings, using art as a way to connect with others and communicate spiritual ideas.

Her journey reflects how professional skills and creative interests can become meaningful avenues for devotional service.

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Deblina Chatterjee

Deblina Chatterjee

Deblina Mataji has a strong interest in teaching, counselling and community service. After completing her schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Kolkata in 2005, she earned a BCA degree in 2008 and an MCA degree in 2012 from WBUT. She subsequently worked as a part-time lecturer at a college before joining Cognizant in March 2014.

She is a keen learner and has completed a certificate course in the basic skills of non-clinical counselling and the advancement of well-being. Her interests include singing, creative activities, collecting quotations and attending seminars and webinars on psychological topics. She also contributes her time to two NGOs.

Her spiritual journey began in childhood when she visited an ISKCON temple and was drawn to its peaceful atmosphere. During a visit to ISKCON Mayapur, HG Vallabh Chaitanya Das Prabhu introduced her to the Bhagavad-gita. To deepen her understanding, she began attending the online Bhagavad-gita classes conducted by ISKCON Dumdum in July 2020.

Since then, she has been following Krishna Consciousness sincerely and contributing to the ISKCON community by writing Krishna Conscious articles.

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Ishaan Nath

Ishaan Nath

Ishaan Prabhu is a young artist who enjoys drawing, painting, reading and writing stories. In his free time, he also likes riding his bicycle and exploring the outdoors. His love for Krishna and his enthusiasm for Krishna Consciousness are especially dear to him.

He has a collection of Krishna soft toys that he treats with great affection and care, offering them bhoga and tucking them in before bed. He is also an active member of the ISKCON Dumdum children's class, where he regularly attends sessions and recites slokas and mantras.

Ishaan Prabhu uses his artistic talents to share Krishna Consciousness through his drawings. His enthusiasm for devotional activities and his love for Krishna make him a wonderful example of young devotional service.

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Ishika Banerjee

Ishika Banerjee

Ishika Mataji is a BBA student who has felt a connection with Lord Krishna since childhood.

In 2019, a series of medical challenges brought her closer to Krishna, whose presence became a source of peace during a difficult period. As she began listening to Krishna-katha, her interest in the Bhagavad-gita grew. This interest led her to join the Bhagavad-gita classes at ISKCON Dumdum, where she could deepen her understanding of Krishna and the spiritual world.

Ishika Mataji also has a deep passion for painting. She uses her creative abilities to share Krishna Consciousness through her artwork, bringing together her love for art and her spiritual practice.

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Jaya Mukunda Das and Rupa Madhuri Devi Dasi

Jaya Mukunda Das & Rupa Madhuri Devi Dasi

HG Jaya Mukunda Prabhu and HG Rupa Madhuri Mataji are a grihastha couple united by their interest in spiritual growth and service to Srila Prabhupada.

HG Jaya Mukunda Prabhu holds an M.Tech. degree from BITS Pilani and has worked in the IT industry as a Project Manager. His association with ISKCON began in 2006. HG Rupa Madhuri Mataji holds a degree in Genetics and an MBA in Human Resources. She has professional experience with multinational companies including Infosys and Capgemini. Her association with ISKCON began in 2005; she later attended Bhagavad-gita discourses in ISKCON Zurich.

Their shared commitment to Krishna Consciousness led them to take up their spiritual practices more seriously in 2014, when they joined ISKCON's spiritual classes.

Since then, they have served by teaching the spiritual science of the Bhagavad-gita and sharing Krishna Conscious articles. They have also contributed to congregation development, temple development and coordination efforts, and yatra activities at ISKCON Dumdum.

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Krisha Kedia

Krisha Kedia

Krisha Kedia Mataji, daughter of Vivek Kedia and Kusum Kedia and elder sister of Vrinda Kedia, developed a spiritual inclination at the tender age of four and found comfort in the teachings of ISKCON.

She has continued practising Krishna Consciousness with dedication and chants the Hare Krishna maha-mantra with devotion. Alongside her spiritual pursuits, she enjoys drawing, dancing and singing.

Krisha Mataji uses her artistic talents to share the message of Lord Krishna through her drawings. Her creativity, sweet nature and commitment to her faith make her an inspiring young contributor.

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Priyanshi Majumdar

Priyanshi Majumdar

Priyanshi Mataji is a talented young student with a love for drawing, painting, singing and creating crafts. She enjoys expressing her creativity through different art forms and has a keen interest in Krishna Consciousness.

She actively participates in spiritual courses organized by ISKCON and attends regular Bhagavad-gita classes with her mother. Since March 2022, she has been following devotional practices inspired by Vedic scriptures, including observing Ekadashi and abstaining from non-vegetarian food.

Priyanshi Mataji also uses her artistic talents to share the message of devotion and Krishna Consciousness with others, bringing together her creativity and spiritual interests.

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Sabita Biswas

Sabita Biswas

Sabita Mataji is a postgraduate doctor who was introduced to ISKCON classes through a neighbour whose house was rented by ISKCON youth devotees. Through determination and dedication, she began practising Krishna Consciousness and found greater positivity and contentment in life.

Despite demanding and challenging work hours, she balances her professional responsibilities with caring for her home and family while continuing her sadhana and seva. Her humble and submissive nature, along with her willingness to serve in different capacities, inspires fellow devotees.

She has been an active member of the ISKCON community since 2016 and wishes to contribute to the mission of Srila Prabhupada in every way she can.

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Sampurna Das

Sampurna Das

Sampurna Mataji's journey in Krishna Consciousness began when she was just eight years old and started attending spiritual classes for children. The daughter of Subhashish Das and Aparna Das, she is known for her sincerity, dedication and artistic talents.

She has a remarkable ability to memorize and recite Bhagavad-gita verses. She also assists her mother with devotional services, including picking flowers, decorating and preparing offerings for the Lord.

Alongside her devotion to Krishna, she enjoys listening to bhajans, singing and drawing. She serves the ISKCON community during festivals and uses her artistic abilities to share Krishna Consciousness with others. Her enthusiasm for devotional service is a joy to witness.

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Sanskriti Singh

Sanskriti Singh

Sanskriti Mataji is a dedicated practitioner of Krishna Consciousness and a student of Political Science and International Relations. Alongside preparing for competitive examinations, she serves as a faculty member at an institute specializing in communication and personality development.

Her spiritual journey deepened after she was introduced to the Bhagavad-gita through HG Amogh Lila Prabhu. Inspired by an advertisement for a course on spirituality in the modern age, she attended the programme and developed a stronger interest in spiritual teachings. Later, through a course on Bhagavad-gita As It Is, she came to appreciate surrender to the lotus feet of Krishna as the ultimate aim of human life.

She subsequently connected with the ISKCON Daiva Varnashram Ministry as a student of HG Venugopala Prabhu, contributing transcription services. She also served with ISKCON Bhagavata Mahavidyalaya North America by transcribing Srimad-Bhagavatam under the guidance of HG Kanai Krishna Dasa Prabhu.

In August 2023, Sanskriti Mataji moved to Dumdum and began visiting ISKCON Dumdum temple. By November, she had joined the community through its Bhakti Vriksha classes. Since then, she has rendered various services to the temple by the mercy of Sri Guru and Gauranga.

In June 2024, she became a volunteer with the ISKCON GBC Law team. She is also pursuing the Bhakti Shastri course at the temple. She enjoys reading Srila Prabhupada's books, singing bhajans and kirtans, and writing on spiritual topics.

Grateful to Srila Prabhupada, her siksha gurus and the devotees, she feels blessed to be part of a nurturing spiritual family. She aspires to serve wholeheartedly and prays for their transcendental association throughout her life. She also expresses deep gratitude to Sri Sri Radha Madhav, Guru and Gauranga for giving her the opportunity to take shelter and render service.

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Sara Paul

Sara Paul

Sara Mataji has worshipped Lord Sri Krishna since childhood. Her affection for Him is expressed in a special way through her Raksha Bandhan tradition: she lovingly ties a rakhi to Krishna, considering Him her younger brother.

She enjoys listening to kirtans and bhajans glorifying Krishna and His devotees. Prayer is an important part of her daily life, and she begins and ends her day by praying to Krishna.

Sara Mataji also expresses her Krishna Consciousness through art and enjoys creating drawings inspired by Krishna. Her devotional interests bring together prayer, music and creativity.

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Tamanna Giri

Tamanna Giri

Tamanna Mataji is a gifted dancer and singer who joined the Bhagavad-gita classes at ISKCON Dumdum in July 2020. Although her talent has earned her awards and victories in various competitions, she remains humble and committed to practising Krishna Consciousness sincerely.

Her services include performing kirtan for the Pada Seva YouTube channel, editing the Pada Seva Facebook page, and teaching harmonium and kirtan to devotees at ISKCON Dumdum. Through her musical abilities and dedication, she helps share the joy of Krishna Consciousness with others.

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You Too Can Join Us!

Are you connected with ISKCON Dumdum through regular classes and interested in contributing to Pada Seva? We welcome devotees who wish to share Krishna Consciousness through writing, art and other creative services.

To join our team, please email the following details to:

  • Full Name
  • Area of Contribution (Articles, Art, etc.)
  • Class Preacher's Name

We look forward to serving together and sharing the teachings of Krishna Consciousness with a wider audience.