Ganapathi Sachchidananda, also known as Sri Swamiji, is a Hindu avadhuta and guru. He is a religious figure mainly in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu as well as having a large number of followers in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Shuka Vana aviary

Sri Swamiji established Shuka Vana, a rehabilitation center for birds. Located on premises of Ashrama in Mysore. The aviary has over 2,100 rare birds of more than 470 endangered and critically endangered exotic species. A well-equipped hospital is attached to Shuka Vana. The hospital helps injured and ill birds and assists with their rehabilitation.

Organizations founded

Sri Swamiji has founded a number of organizations including:

Avadhoota Datta Peetham

Avadhoota Datta Peetham is an umbrella organization supporting Sri Swamiji's vision and mission responsible for providing guidance for all other organizations.

Amma Vodi

Amma Vodi, meaning Mother's Lap is a 200 bed rehabilitation center and hospital for destitute women in Dundigal, near Hyderabad, India.

Recognitions

Guinness World Records

Guinness World Records set by Sri Swamiji. Worlds largest Gita SAHARSAgala at Allen event center