Sri Mahasannidhanam firmly believed that in order to protect the Vedas, the vedic scholars must be protected and nurtured.Hence, He always gave priority to the needs of the scholars. Deserving pundits were provided with a life-time allowance of Rs. 1,000/- per month. This stipend was given to those who have studied one of the four Shastras — Vyaakarana, Nyaya, Mimamsa and Vedanta — in a traditional way under a competent vidwan. After passing an exam conducted by the Sringeri Math, they should dedicate their entire life for the teaching and propagation of the particular Shastra in which they are proficient. Paying a fitting tribute to His Guru, SriMahasannidhanam , and His invaluable teaching, Sri Sannidhanam had a beautiful and majestic granite Adhistanam built at Narasimhavanam..

His Holiness Sri Sannidhanam has an unmatched skill in problem solving, decision making and impeccably managing the administration of the Math. Initially under the guidance of His Guru and later as Peethadhipathi of the Srigeri Sarada Peetha, His Holiness managed everything with extraordinary calibre and competence. Not only administrative activities were important but also financial management too. The major income for the Math is from donations made by devotees in various forms. The financial aspects of the Math administration are maintained with striking accuracy. Based on the funds position, His Holiness implements various welfare schemes such as allowance to Vedic scholars, Yagnas, maintaining temples and schools etc. Considering the magnitude of activities and administration work involved, Sri Sannidhanam managed everything flawlessly in addition to His complete mastery over the Vedas and Shastras.

Under His leadership, Veda Patashalas were improved with competent and highly learned teachers. Sri Sannidhanam Himself ensured that the various scriptural injunctions were implemented rigorously. Under the supervision of His Holiness, the Math also conducts Satachandi homam, Atirudra homam and the like for the welfare of the world where students also participate to implement their skills.

Millions of devotees visit the Math. Sri Sannidhanam gives darshan to devotees during the Theertha Prasadam distribution in the morning and evening. He counsels and provides so!ace to each devotee patiently and sincerely. His Holiness gets up at 4:00am and retires for the night at 11:00pm. After getting up in the morning, His Holiness recites 'Pratasmarana’ slokas and then takes a bath. He undertakes Gita after Anushtanarn. He then conducts classes and attends to Math affairs. He gives darshan at 5:00pm and at 8:30pm commences Puja to Lord Chandramouleeswara. He retires for the night after reading scriptures.

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