Swami Chinmayananda’s teachings bridged traditional Vedantic wisdom with modern life, making them accessible to diaspora communities and Western seekers.

The mission plays a vital role in preserving Hindu culture and values among Indian immigrants in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean Islands. At the same time the mission provides a strong Sanatana Dharma foundation for the future generations in the West, making it easy to connect to their deep roots.

Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda’s first visit to West

Birth of Chinmaya Mission West in November at Piercy, CA.

The first Bala Vihar in the West was started in New York after Pujya Gurudev asked Sharada Kumar to go to India for training. She then started this first Bala Vihar in her living room in Long Island, New York. Gurudev’s vision was to ensure the passing of our Hindu culture on to future generations in the West.

Chinmaya Mission West grows from Strength to Strength. Centers open in Houston, Los Angeles, New Jersey, Washington D.C., Chicago. Study groups, CHYK youth programs, and Vedanta camps begin across the U.S.

Chinmaya Mission West continues to grow and expand. The last center to be inaugurated by Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda was Chinmaya Kedar, in Pennsylvania. The final spiritual camp conducted by Gurudev was in the Washington DC from July 19 – 25th,

Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananada attains Mahasamadhi on Aug 3rd, 1993 at San Diego, CA. Leadership passes to Swami Tejomayananda, who strengthens global organizational structure. CMW becomes a structured network of over 25+ centers.

These years brought in a digital era for CMW with digital media outreach increasing among its several newly established centers. CORD USA was established by Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda in 2009. CORD USA would be awarded the Top-Rated Non-Profit by GreatNonprofits for several years in a row.

Chinmaya Mangalam Spiritual Retreat Site was inaugurated, spanning 143 acres.

Chinmaya Birth Centenary was celebrated around the world. Chinmaya Jyoti Yatra happened between all centers around the world.

Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda was awarded Padma Bhushan by Government of India.

Pujya Swami Swaroopananda takes over as the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission.

CMW continues to grow, adding more centers, expanding its reach to thousands of people from all segments of society through innovative programs. Several digital initiatives have been taken up by CMW, including e-Bala Vihar, online Gita study groups, and expanded youth programs. The Chinmaya University and Chinmaya International Foundation continue to provide tools for blending of Indian Knowledge Systems with modern education.