Bimal Roy

(Chakrayudha Das)

Director

Bimal Roy, spiritually known as Chakrayudha Das, is an initiated disciple of His Grace Jivananda  Das, having received initiation in 2023. Originally from India, he brings with him a deep-rooted cultural and spiritual appreciation for devotional service.
Since becoming actively involved with ISKCON Tucson, Chakrayudha Das has been a dedicated and enthusiastic servant of the community. He is especially appreciated for preparing delicious prasadam and for his ever-willing spirit to assist devotees in any service needed. His humility, reliability, and cooperative nature have made him a valued member of the congregation.
In 2025, he began serving as a member of the Board of Directors at ISKCON Tucson, where he continues to contribute thoughtfully to the growth and stability of the temple community.

Kirtan Yajna Dasa 

Treasurer

Kirtan Yajna Dasa was born in Nepal and joined ISKCON in 2005 in Kathmandu while pursuing his MA at Tribhuvan University. He met devotees from Russia performing saṅkīrtana on the busy streets of Kathmandu and was drawn to Krishna consciousness, subsequently joining the temple as a full-time brahmacārī.

He engaged in book distribution and preaching activities with the Russian devotees under the guidance of His Grace Patri Dasa. Within six months of joining the temple, he was initiated by His Holiness Mahavishnu Swami and went on to serve his spiritual master as a personal secretary for several years.

From 2008, he served as temple president for approximately five years. In 2013, he was invited to the Tucson temple by Sandamini Devi Dasi and joined the community. Since then, he has been actively involved in ISKCON Tucson, serving as a priest and preacher and assisting with fundraising for the temple.