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The commitment, hard word and dedication both priests have shown to Leeds Hindu Mandir is something we the Leeds Hindu community are extremely grateful for. We thank them for the advice and guidance they have given to us. Meet our priests below.
Maharaj: Amrish Pandey

Origin : State of Uttar Pardesh, Gorakhpur

Education :
Studied from the age of 12 years old to become a priest.
Gorakhpur and Banaras (Completed in 1989).
Devi Talab-Jalandhar-Punjab.(Completed in 1999)

Profile:
Amrish Pandey moved to the UK in 1999 and has been at this Mandir for 7 Years now and is well known throughout the Leeds Hindu Community. He is fluent in Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Sanskrit, Bhojpuri and at present is learning English. Specialities include Khatakar in Ramayan, Bhagvat and Devi Bhagvat and also Astrology
Maharaj: Jagdish Raval Chandra

Origin : State Of Gujarat - Gorzaria village near Ahmedabad

Education :
Initial 12 Years Basic Study
Additional 2 Years to become a Pandit in Karmakand, taught by Santikuny

Profile:
Jagdish Chandra moved to the UK in 1999 and has been with Leeds Hindu Mandir for since October 2001 and is well known throughout the Leeds Hindu Community. He is Fluent in Hindi, Gujarati, Rajasthani and English.

Both our priests are eligible to provide advice and guidance on any religious matters or ceremonies and can be contacted at the Mandir. All bookings including requirements for Priests service should be carried out through Temple Office.