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Contact Information
Office Contact
Tiyasa Sardar
Phone:
(+91) 90381 72001 (WhatsApp)
Email:
Languages:
Bengali, Hindi, English
International Coordinator
Axel Johansson
Phone:
(+46) 7695523 70
WhatsApp:
+46) 7695523 70
Email:
Languages:
English, Swedish, Basic German, Basic Bengali
India Course Coordinator
Prashant
Phone:
+91 99185 07195 (WhatsApp)
Languages:
Hindi, English
Travel to the Ashram
The Universal Peace Centre (UPC) is located in Lachipur village, Paschim Medinipur district, Harinagar, West Bengal, India 721232.
Travel Details:
- Nearest Airport: Kolkata (3–4 hours drive). Our driver can pick you up; please coordinate with the Ashram office.
- Nearest Train Station: Kharagpur (2 hours drive). Taxi transportation is available; contact the Ashram office for pricing.
- Bus Option: From Howrah Station, take a bus to Radhanagar (₹70–₹120). From Radhanagar, take a rickshaw to the Ashram (6 km).
Contact the Ashram office before arriving to secure your place.
Practical Information About the Ashram
- Daily Activities:
- Morning Aarti: 4 AM–5 AM (varies with season)
- Evening Aarti: 5 PM–6 PM
- Courses: Open to those who have completed basic Sunyoga levels (II and III).
- Acupressure Treatments: Available for free most of the year.
Facilities
- WiFi: Free for Ashram residents.
- Sim Card: Available near Radhanagar (6 km) or at Kolkata airport.
- Shopping: Local markets nearby for daily needs.
- Money Exchange: Only available in Kolkata.
Donation
The Ashram relies on donations for maintenance and operation. Any contribution, big or small, is deeply appreciated.
Best Time to Visit
- Winter (Nov–Feb): Cool nights, warm days. Ideal for beginners.
- Spring (Feb–June): Warm evenings. Best for advanced practitioners.
- Monsoon (June–Oct): Rainy but quiet. Bring rain gear.
- Post-Monsoon (Oct–Nov): Warm with occasional rain.
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