Siddhaguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi: The Engineer of Enlightenment

Siddhaguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi is a contemporary Self-realized spiritual Guru from India whose life revolves around Lord Shiva, Divine Mother Shakti and Shirdi Sai Baba. Trained as a Mechanical Engineer and later immersed in nirvikalpa samadhi, he stands out as a Guru who has not only realized the Self, but is actively leading his disciples to the same experience – while building living centres of Sanatana Dharma in India and abroad.

Early Life & Biography: From Engineer to Siddhaguru

Born Guduru Venkataramanaiah on April 27, 1968 in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, he initially lived a conventional life before a profound transformation reshaped his destiny. Today, he is revered as a Siddhaguru—a fully Self-realized Master— bridging the gap between ancient Vedic wisdom and the modern scientific mind.

The shift from academic life to spiritual mastery began in the early 1990s. During a phase of intense sadhana, he attained Mantra-Siddhi of the sacred mantra "Om Namah Shivaya".

Guided by his living Guru, Mata Sri Purnananda Yogini, who blessed him with Mantropadesha and Shaktipat, his evolution reached its peak on June 29, 1995. On this day, his Kundalini fully awakened, plunging him into Nirvikalpa Samadhi—a state of formless, unbroken ecstasy— for twenty-one days. This realization became the unshakeable foundation for his global mission.

Shaktipat & Kundalini Awakening: Sharing Realization

A distinctive feature of Siddhaguru’s life is that his realization is not a solitary achievement. Through the yogic power of Shaktipat (Energy Transmission), he has kindled deep spiritual states in those around him, proving that the experiences described in the Upanishads are possible today.

A Living Lineage: His own daughters, Jyotirmayi Bhavani and Sai Shivani, have both entered Nirvikalpa Samadhi. Close disciple Bhaskar Sharma has experienced Savikalpa Samadhi, and countless others report clear Kundalini awakening and profound inner shifts after receiving Deeksha.

Ramaneswaram: A Global Center of Sanatana Dharma

To anchor this spiritual energy, Siddhaguru has established Peethams (Spiritual Centers) that serve as powerhouses for worship and meditation.

1. Ramaneswaram (Telangana, India)

Located in Nagireddypally (180 acres), Ramaneswaram has become a one-of-a-kind Shiva–Shakti–Sai spiritual campus in modern India. A "living map" of Siddhaguru's vision, it houses over 2,000 Shivalingas and 1,100 Srichakras alongside consecrations of Dasha Mahavidyas, Bhairavas, Matrikas and Siddha Gurus.

Unique Consecrations & Service:

• 3ft Golden shiva linga
• Jala Lingams (Water Lingas) & Rudra Lingams (carved with the face of Rudra).
• Rishi Lingams consecrated in the names of Vedic Sages.
• Replicas of the 12 Jyotirlingas and massive Monolithic Shiva Lingas.
• Sahasra Godhamam (Gau-Seva): A sanctuary dedicated to Dharma where hundreds of cows are cared for and worshipped daily.

2. Ramaneswaram-2 (Texas, USA)

Expanding the current of Dharma to the West, Siddhaguru initiated Ramaneswaram-2 in Texas, USA. Through regular meditation and Deeksha sessions, this center provides seekers in the USA a direct doorway into the Shiva–Shakti lineage.

3. Shirdi Sai Anugraha Peetam (Vizag)

His early base in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), where hundreds of families were first introduced to Shiva–Shakti–Sai Upasana, laid the groundwork for the massive movement that followed.

Vedic Research & Scripture Restoration

Siddhaguru is not just a mystic; he is a Vedic Restorer. He studies scriptures not to quote them, but to correct errors that have crept in over centuries.

Vedic Correction: He has corrected tens of thousands of phonetic and textual errors in the Chaturveda Saṁhitās, producing the flawless Siddhaguru Parishkaṛta Chaturveda Samhita.

Tantric Authority: He has restored the traditional structure of the Sri Chakra, clarified the order of the Dasa Mahavidyas, and re-established the dignity of deities like Matangi and Dhumavati.

Mass Outreach: Books, Music & Service

Blending Jnana (Knowledge) and Bhakti (Devotion), Siddhaguru has authored dozens of books and composed hundreds of songs. His distribution efforts are historic, aiming to turn every home into a center of spirituality.

1 Million Copies in a Day: His landmark book, Shivude Devādidevudu Adi Devudu Parama Puruṣudu, saw 10 lakh copies distributed in a single day across 1,100 temples—a feat recognized by multiple Record Books.

Sai Bhakti: Shiridi Sai Anugraha Seva Rahasyam saw 1 lakh copies distributed in a single day, igniting a wave of Sai devotion.

Community Consecrations: A unique initiative where Siddhaguru distributes consecrated Shiva liṅgams and Sai idols to devotees, turning their own homes into "micro-temples" through daily upasana.

Titles & Recognition

Siddhaguru’s vast contribution to spirituality, literature and social welfare is reflected in his titles:

• Rajarshi, Tattvadarshi, Maharshi
• Shaktipata Siddha Yogishvara
• Svara-Sahita Parishkarta Chaturveda Jnana-Brahma
• Jagadguru
• Shastriya Sri-Chakra Rupakarta

In Summary

Siddhaguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi is a Self-realized Indian spiritual Guru of Shiva, Shakti and Shirdi Sai Baba, a Shaktipat master who has led disciples into nirvikalpa and savikalpa samadhi and awakened kuṇḍalini in many, the founder of Shiridi sai anugraha peetam - Visakhapatnam , Ramaneswaram (Telangana) and Ramaneswaram-2 (Texas, USA), a Vedic and Shakta restorer correcting scriptures at their root, and an author-composer whose books and songs have touched lakhs of devotees.

In a restless age, he offers a path where Shiva, Shakti and Sai, scripture and experience, devotion and clarity come together as one living tradition.