Swami Akahandanandji Saraswati was a great saint of the 20th century; a well-known exponent of Shrimad Bhagwat and a scholar of Vedanta and Bhakti Shastras. He was known as "Maharajshri" to his followers.

Maharajshri mentored many on the spiritual path, including Grihasthas, Sanyasis, and Shankaracharyas. Maharajshri's discourses were loved by all - Mahatmas and Scholars from all traditions, as well as people from all walks of life. He authored over 180 books which cover Bhagwatam, Gita, Ramayan, and Upanishads.

Maharajshri established many institutions, including the Anand Vrindavan, which is a well-known Ashram in Vrindavan. Swami Omkaranandji Saraswati "Mahantji" Maharaj guided the Anand Vrindavan Ashram and associated charitable trusts, from 1987 to 2008. Today, Swami Sachchidanandji heads the Anand Vrindavan ashram and he has recently anointed Swami Shravananandji as the newest Mahant to continue Maharajshri's traditions of service(Karma), devotion(Bhakti), and knowledge(Gyan).