How To Book

Brahmatheertham is a novel project that is built and maintained as a social initiative benefiting the community. To make the operation simpler and efficient, booking of the Brahmatheertham infrastructure is done by two different ways.

1) Online booking by Kartha
2) Booking done at Brahmatheertham office

However, its much appreciated if the Kartha could directly book the facility online.
A simple sequence of activities is explained in the diagram below:


STEP 1:
Click the link "Book Online" in the top right side of the website.
Also, you can view the booking form by typing the URL: http://brahmatheertham.mahasanthi.com/personal_info.php in your browser

STEP 2:
Furnish the details provided in the booking form carefully
The various data collected in the form are explained below:
a) Kartha: Kartha is the person who is the rightful survivor of the deceased, who shall perform the Antim / Apara kriya for the deceased.
b) Name of  the deceased: Name of the dead, for whom the ritual is to be performed.
c) Date of Demise: The  English calendar date at which the death has occurred; this date is referred  only for official purposes and it need not be used for any calculation of the rituals.
d) First Day: **IMPORTANT TO NOTE**
The first day of death is calculated based on Ancient Indian methodologies or as prescribed by the Vedic scriptures and practices around them.
The English Calendar Date of death need not be the 'First Day'  of death.
The First Day of death is calculated for performing rituals for all other days, based on the time of death, the Yamam / Jamam and other related informations.
It is advised to consult with your Vadhyar on 'First Day' before proving the same in the booking form.
Please note that the individual days of rituals to perform Nithya Vidhi, Dasaaham, Ekothishtam, Sapindeekaranam and Subham are all calculated based on the 'First Day' calculation.
e) Subsect:
The Brahmin community especially the South Indian Brahmin community is broadly classified into
Smartha (Iyer), Sri Vaishnava ( Iyengar), Madhwa and Telunga based on the philosophical school of thought and by ancestral Acharya followings.
However, there are other classification which are sparsely followed which are otherwise classified under any one of the above mentioned list.
f) Vadhyar Id:
Before booking Kartha should check with their Vadhyar his registration number . It is  mandatory to furnish your Vadhyar's Id for booking. ( Registered Vadhyars are the approving authority to allow karthas use the Brahmatheertham ). In case kartha wants to perform rituals with Outstation/ Unregistered Vadhyars, the booking should be with reference to any registered Vadhyar and on their responsibility and approval other Vadhyars can perform using the passes given to the Kartha.
Click Here to know more about registered vadhyars of Brahmatheertham.
Note: It is the responsibility of the Vadhyar who is been referenced during the booking ensuring proper conduct of Karthas.
g) Dining Hall
h) Shuba Mandapam
i) Vrushotsarjanam
j) Pratyaksha Gho Dhanam ( Gho Dhanam)


STEP 3:
Furnish details of any valid Identity proof of the Kartha.
Note: The original copy of the Identity proof provided needs to be produced during the time of Checking -In.

STEP 4:
Payment can be done by following modes:
Online Booking:
1) NEFT TRANSFER
2) Credit / Debit Card


Offline Booking ( Brahmatheertham Office)
1) Cash
2) Credit / Debit Card

Brahma Theertham functions in two sessions:

  • First Session     06.00 – 10.00 a.m.
  • Second Session 10.45 – 14.45

Packages
Depending on the number of days the kartha proposes to do the rites, two options are available as follows:

  • Package A : Day of demise to the 12th day
  • Package B : 9th day of demise to the 12th day

Well Designed Blocks
To enable the kartha to perform obsequies according to requirements, Brahma Theertham has been divided into different blocs with facilities appropriate to the day of the ritual.
The kartha should take care before declaring the first day of ritual as this decides the block allotment.

  • Dasaham Block  : Rituals for the first 10 days. Block contains rooms A, B, C and D. Each room has two grihadwara kundams, one each for the two sessions.
  • Ekothishtam Block : Rituals for the 11th day. Block contains four rooms, E, F, G and H.
  • Vasu Rudra Adhitya Block : Rituals for the 12th day. Block contains four rooms, J, K, M and N. Room ‘L” will be allotted to Madhwa and Telugu Brahmins exclusively on priority.
  • The complex also has other facilities three dining halls, I, O and P. Room ‘I’ has an attached kitchen and bath.
  • Subha Mandapam for the 13th day is available in S and T rooms. This has been designed in such a way with a separate entrance to ensure exclusivity and keep it free of impurity.
  • Gosala is also available. Those who want to do Go Dhanam can use this facility.
  • Vrishabam (bull) is also available for Vrishotsarjanam
  • Kits will be provided for all the days. They have been designed after consulting the Vedic scholars. They contain materials required for the 12 day rituals.

What the kartha has to bring is listed here.

Disciplinary Protocols / Rules & Regulations

Absolute peace, silence and tranquility is required when performing the rites. To ensure serenity, hygiene, and privacy, we have defined the following protocol:

  • Only Kartha can do the booking
  • Booking can be made through the office or online
  • It is mandatory to provide the ID of the Registered Vaidhika / Vadhyaar.
  • A confirmation letter with six passes can be downloaded or collected from the office; Additional passes if required can be obtained from the office.
  • Only the pass holders are permitted entry.
  • The Kartha can transfer rooms or session, subject to availability
  • In the event of cancellation no refund will be given
  • If any discrepancy is found in the information provided, the management reserves the right to cancel the booking
  • The management does not offer any other services apart from what has been listed
  • It is absolutely Kartha’s responsibility to engage any service and settle any dispute that would arise thereof.
  • The Kartha must ensure that the room is kept clean after he completes the ritual. The required implements are available in the kit.
  • Kartha is responsible for any damage/ loss in his block from the date of occupation till the vacating block and must compensate for such damage/loss caused.
  • Outside catering is not permitted and food prepared in the premises must not be taken back out. Food cooked in one unit should not be shared by other units.
  • Kartha and Relatives / Friends / Purohits/ Cook should keep the cottage neat and clean. Garbage / waste should be put in waste basket only.
  • Kartha should instruct the purohit to advice the appointed “Brahmanas” receiving “Dhanams” to be present only at the appointed time. He must ensure that no appointed Brahmin comes to Brahma Theertham before the scheduled time. Kartha should inform the security, the block number in this regard well in advance of that day.
  • Vessels and gas cylinders if used, should be returned after proper cleaning.
  • No alcoholic beverages or spirits may be brought onto the premises. Drinking, smoking and gambling in any form is strictly prohibited.
  • The pinning, sticking or in any other way affixing onto walls, windows or doors of displays, placards, notices, or other materials is forbidden
  • Nothing should be done to disturb the serene atmosphere prevailing at the premises.
  • We will not  be held responsible for any loss or damage to the property of the kartha and their relatives etc. when using the premises and service.
  • All property brought onto the premises by the kartha or their agents shall be removed by them on completion of the rituals and we will not be held responsible for any property left on the premises.
  • Against damages to property and in case of uncleanliness,  charges will be levied as indicated on the notice board.
  • Any breach of the above mentioned protocols will lead to cancellation of booking.
  • The decision of the management is final in all aspects.
  • Any dispute is subject to arbitration and Coimbatore jurisdiction. 
  • If you wish to donate and encourage the activities of the trust, You are welcome to do so. Please make out all cheques in favor of “Maha Shanthi” or “Brahma Theertham”.

Suggestions/ complaints, if any may be recorded in the register maintained for this purpose in the office. Alternatively you may send an Email to info@mahasanthi.com