New Commemorative Coin: A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
The Government of India is reportedly planning to issue a ₹125 commemorative coin to mark the 125th Birth Anniversary of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). This proposed coin is expected to honor the spiritual luminary whose teachings have had a profound and lasting impact on both Indian and global culture. Born Abhay Charan De and later known as Srila Prabhupada, he established ISKCON, popularly recognized as the "Hare Krishna Movement," which has played a pivotal role in spreading Vedic philosophy, devotional practices, and the principles of Krishna consciousness worldwide. Under his guidance, numerous temples, cultural programs, and educational initiatives were established, inspiring millions of followers across continents. The commemorative coin is expected to feature a portrait of Srila Prabhupada, accompanied by inscriptions reflecting his spiritual legacy. Such a gesture not only...