Inside India’s Temple Economy ft. Giresh Vasudev Kulkarni | Ep 251

What if temples were managed like professional organizations? In this episode, we sit down with Giresh Vasudev Kulkarni, founder of Temple Connect and the International Temples Convention and Expo, to explore how tradition, spirituality, and modern management intersect in the evolving landscape of temple culture.Why This Episode Matters:This episode is about the future of cultural heritage in a country as diverse and dynamic as India. How do we preserve centuries-old traditions while embracing professional systems for sustainability, inclusivity, and better pilgrim experiences? If you’ve ever questioned the role of temples in modern India, this conversation will give you powerful insights.Rethinking Temples in the Modern WorldWhy temples need better governance and standardized management practicesBalancing devotion, spirituality, and realities like VIP darshansThe debate over government regulation vs. independent temple trustsInclusivity: access for senior citizens, expecting mothers, and specially-abled devoteesThe role of social media in temple tourismConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestGiresh Vasudev Kulkarni: https://www.instagram.com/giresh.kulkarni/?hl=en References:International Temples Convention, Temple 360, Temple of the Vedic Planetarium      Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/More Episodes Like This:Rajyogi Nikunj Ji: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QecQdcb09VA Swami Mukundananda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpx0u-UlBlI For any other queries [email protected] views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.