Klungkung, Bali · Since 1997
Ashram Gandhi Puri nurtures young people through spiritual education, yoga and service — carrying forward the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi for a kinder community.
About Us
Ashram Gandhi Puri is a non-formal educational institution that provides deliberate religious coaching — balancing the theory learned in formal schools with the practice the religion itself calls for.
At Ashram Gandhi Puri Klungkung, residents are forged through spiritual sadhana such as Puja, Gita chanting, Sarirashrama, Upanishads and Yoga. Students are also introduced to organic farming and a healthy, simple lifestyle, so they are ready to step into society.
Our Impact
Every figure below comes from activities we have published on this site.
28+
Years of service
Since our founding on 6 September 1997.
25
Shantisena sent abroad
Sent to Turkey, Dubai, Poland and India in 2022.
1,000
Trees planted
Planted in 2024 to protect the environment for the community.
30
Yoga teachers in training
Joined our 100-hour course in December 2025.
Historical Journey
On September 6, 1997, Ida Rsi Putra Manuaba (Agus Indra Udayana) founded this institution under the name Shanti Ashram, inspired by four extraordinary women in his life. His initial vision was to improve the quality of disadvantaged younger generations through spiritual education and noble values.
Coinciding with the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on January 12, 2001, Shanti Ashram officially changed its name to Ashram Gandhi Puri, marking the birth of the third wing of the Vivekananda Yoga Sanstha Institute. The new name affirms the commitment to carry on the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi.
Ida Rsi Putra Manuaba received the India International Jamnalal Bajaj Award 2011, an international recognition of his dedication in developing human resources and applying Gandhian values in Indonesia.
The President of India Ram Nath Kovind and PM Narendra Modi awarded the Padma Shri Award to Ida Rsi Putra Manuaba at Rashtrapati Bhavan, for his extraordinary contribution as a social worker with an innovative, creative, inclusive, and collaborative approach.
The Indian Ambassador to Indonesia inaugurated Vivekananda Bhavan at Ashram Gandhi Puri Sevagram Klungkung as a training center for yoga, spa, and Ayurveda. The ashram also sent 25 Shantisena abroad including to Turkey, Dubai, Poland, and India.
The 28th anniversary celebration at Sevagram Klungkung was attended by the Indian Ambassador HE Sandeep Chakravorty. The Statue of Acharya Vinoba Bhave was also inaugurated, a symbol of the fusion of Indian wisdom and Bali-Nusantara local wisdom. The expansion continues with the ground-breaking of Vishvagram Gunaksa.
Activities
Self Retreat activities with GuruJi Rasik Varagi were held at the Ashram Gandhi Puri community.
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Holding regular meetings with Ashram Gandhi Puri members to hear their stories and discuss issues.
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The Founder of Ashram Gandhi Puri held a meeting and discussion with the Japa Malamitra partner in Ashram Gandhi Puri Klungkung.
See in galleryThe Founder
Ida Rsi Putra Manuaba is a Hindu cleric, social activist, and founder of Ashram Gandhi Puri in Klungkung, Bali. He is widely known for his dedication in the fields of education, yoga, as well as humanitarian and environmental advocacy.
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