Accreditations & Recognitions

Honoured across India and abroad

The Dham's philosophy has been carried from regional presses to the record books of London — and into the chambers of the British Parliament. These are the honours, certifications, and legal registrations behind the trust.

Awards & Honours

  • British Parliament

    Honour at the House of Lords

    2022

    The Dham's idol-free philosophy was recognised and presented at the House of Lords, London — the first Indian mahateerth of its kind to receive this platform.

  • World Book of Records, London

    World Book of Records — London

    2022

    Entered into the World Book of Records for pioneering the world's first temple dedicated to worshipping living parents in place of deity idols.

  • Bharat Kirtiman

    Bharat Kirtiman recognition

    2022

    National recognition from Bharat Kirtiman for the Dham's twin mission of parental honour and Gau Mata seva.

Legal Registrations

  • Income Tax Department, Government of India

    80G tax-exemption registration

    Valid AY 2022-27

    Registered under Section 80G of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (D.I.N. AACTM8992MF2021701, approved 24 Sept 2021). All contributions to the trust are eligible for tax exemption.

  • Registrar of Trusts, Punjab

    Maat Pitah Gowdham Trust — registered

    Registered

    Formally constituted as a registered charitable trust operating from Village Khallour, Banur, District Mohali, Punjab.