Last Updated on 17th April 2026

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THIS DOCUMENT CONSTITUTES A LEGALLY BINDING ELECTRONIC AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT, 2000 AND THE RULES MADE THEREUNDER, INCLUDING THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (INTERMEDIARY GUIDELINES AND DIGITAL MEDIA ETHICS CODE) RULES, 2021. THIS AGREEMENT DOES NOT REQUIRE ANY PHYSICAL, ELECTRONIC, OR DIGITAL SIGNATURE. BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE WEBSITE OR AVAILING ANY SERVICES OFFERED THEREON, YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND IRREVOCABLY AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS OF SERVICE IN THEIR ENTIRETY, YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THIS WEBSITE AND MUST CEASE ACCESS IMMEDIATELY.

1. Definition and Interpretation
   1. In these terms and conditions (hereinafter referred to as the “Terms”), unless the context otherwise requires, the following expressions shall have the meanings ascribed to them hereinbelow:
   2. 1. “Society” / “We” / “Us” / “Our” means Sri Badrika Ashram Cum Charitable & Social Welfare Society, a non-profit charitable organisation duly registered under the Income Tax Act, 1961, operating the Website at www.omswami.org and administering all charitable, spiritual and social welfare activities described herein.
      2. “Authorised Entity” means any trust, society, institution, affiliates or entity designated Society from time to time, that is authorised to collect, process, receive, or administer Donations or charitable contributions on behalf of or in furtherance of the charitable objects of the Society.
      3. “User” / “You” / “Your” means any natural or legal person who accesses or uses the Website, participates in any programme or event, or makes a Donation or contribution through any channel associated with the Society.
      4. “Website” means the website accessible at www.omswami.org, including all sub-pages, sub-domains, digital interfaces, portals, and associated platforms operated by or on behalf of the Society.
      5. “Donation” means any voluntary monetary contribution, offering, dakshina, or charitable gift made by a User through the Website or any other channel made available by the Society or an Authorised Entity.
      6. “Content” means all text, images, audio, video, teachings, discourses, writings, blogs, spiritual content, photographs, graphics, data, software, and all other material published, displayed, or made accessible through the Website.
      7. “Services” means all offerings, programmes, events, spiritual activities, charitable initiatives, and related services provided or facilitated by the Society through the Website.
      8. “Third-Party Service Provider” means any payment gateway, technology platform, logistics provider, or other external vendor whose services may be engaged or linked through the Website.
   3. References to any statute shall include any subordinate legislation, amendment, or re-enactment in force from time to time. The singular shall include the plural and vice versa. Headings are for convenience only and shall not affect interpretation.
2. Acceptance of Terms and Modification
   1. By accessing or using the Website in any manner, including browsing, registering, making a Donation, participating in any programme or event, or availing any Service, the User conclusively represents and warrants that the User has read, understood, and accepted these Terms in their entirety, and agrees to be legally bound thereby.
   2. Where the Website requires the User to indicate acceptance by clicking “I Accept”, “I Agree”, “Donate Now”, or words of similar import, such affirmative action shall constitute valid and binding consent under all applicable laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000.
   3. The Society reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to amend, modify, update, or supplement these Terms at any time without prior notice. It shall be the User’s responsibility to periodically review these Terms. The User’s continued access to or use of the Website following the publication of any revised Terms shall constitute deemed acceptance of such revised Terms.
3. Nature and Purpose of the Society
   1. Sri Badrika Ashram Cum Charitable & Social Welfare Society is a non-profit charitable organisation established for the furtherance of spiritual, humanitarian and social welfare values. The Society’s activities include, without limitation:
   2. 1. Facilitating spiritual education, discourses, and content dissemination;
      2. Organising and hosting spiritual events, retreats, programmes, and offerings;
      3. Receiving and administering charitable donations in support of humanitarian, social welfare, and spiritual causes;
      4. Engaging in charitable and social welfare activities through its Associated Entities;
      5. Providing a digital platform for devotees and visitors to participate in spiritual life, make offerings, and access teachings.
   3. The Society does not operate for profit. All contributions received by or on behalf of the Society are utilised exclusively for charitable, spiritual, and social welfare purposes in accordance with its stated objects and applicable law.
   4. The Society reserves the right to modify, introduce, or discontinue any programme, event, offering, or Service at its sole discretion without incurring any liability to the User.
4. Access and Use of the Website
   1. The Website is made available to all Users free of charge for purposes of accessing spiritual content, obtaining information about the Society’s activities, and participating in its programmes.
   2. The User represents and warrants that: (i) they are at least eighteen (18) years of age or are accessing the Website under the lawful supervision of a guardian; (ii) they possess the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements; (iii) their use of the Website is not prohibited by applicable law; and (iv) all information provided by them is accurate, complete, and not misleading.
   3. The Society does not guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free access to the Website. Access may be suspended, restricted, or discontinued at any time for maintenance, upgrades, security measures, or other reasons, without notice or liability.
5. Donations and Charitable Contributions
   1. The Society is registered as a non-profit charitable organisation under the Income Tax Act, 1961. All eligible contributions to the Society may qualify for a fifty percent (50%) tax deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961, subject to applicable rules, limits, and conditions as may be prescribed by law from time to time. It is the responsibility of the User to verify their eligibility and to retain appropriate documentation for the purpose of claiming any such deduction. The Society does not provide tax advice, and Users are encouraged to consult their own advisors in this regard.
   2. Donations made through the Website or through any channel associated with the Society may be collected, received, processed, or administered by the Society directly or by an Authorised Entity acting in association with or on behalf of the Society. Any such Authorised Entity acts in furtherance of the charitable purposes of the Society and in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. The User acknowledges and consents to the Donation being handled by such Authorised Entity where applicable, and agrees that such handling does not alter the charitable character or intended purpose of the contribution.
   3. All Donations are purely voluntary. No Donation is a condition for accessing spiritual content, teachings, or general information available on the Website. Making a Donation does not entitle the User to any services, benefits, or representations beyond those expressly described at the time of the Donation.
   4. Once a Donation has been made and processed, it shall be deemed unconditional and irrevocable. Cancellations, modifications, or refunds of Donations shall not be permitted under any circumstances, except in cases of a proven technical error or duplicate transaction attributable solely to the payment processing system, which shall be assessed at the sole discretion of the Society.
   5. All Donation transactions are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. The Society does not directly collect, store, or process payment card information. By initiating a Donation, the User agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of the relevant payment gateway. The Society expressly disclaims all liability for any loss, delay, or failure arising from the performance, malfunction, or unavailability of any third-party payment gateway.
   6. All Donations received shall be utilised solely for charitable, spiritual, humanitarian, and social welfare purposes in furtherance of the Society’s stated objects. The Society shall endeavour to maintain transparency in its operations, and information regarding the general utilisation of funds may be made available through such channels as the Society deems appropriate.
6. Programmes, Events, and Offerings
   1. The Society may offer programmes, events, retreats, online offerings such as abhishekam, aarti, sahasranama, and sringar, and other spiritual activities through the Website. Participation in such programmes or events may be subject to additional specific terms communicated at the time of registration or participation.
   2. The Society reserves the right to reschedule, modify, cancel, or discontinue any programme or event at its sole discretion. In the event of cancellation by the Society, any applicable refund shall be governed by the specific terms communicated for that programme or event. The Society shall not be liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential losses suffered by a User in connection with such cancellation or rescheduling.
   3. Participation in any in-person programme or visit to Sri Badrika Ashram is subject to the applicable guidelines, code of conduct, and entry requirements as published by the Society from time to time. The Society reserves the right to refuse or revoke participation or entry at its absolute discretion without assigning reasons.
   4. Sri Badrika Ashram is situated in a remote Himalayan location in Himachal Pradesh, approximately 100 kilometres from Chandigarh and 30 kilometres from Solan. Access to the Ashram involves travel on unmetalled and rural roads, including an approximately 11-kilometre unpaved road from the main highway. Road conditions may be significantly impaired or rendered impassable during the monsoon season or following adverse weather events. It is the User's sole responsibility to verify current road and weather conditions with the Ashram administration prior to undertaking travel. The Society strongly recommends that Users plan to arrive at the Ashram before sunset; evening and night-time arrivals are discouraged due to limited check-in support and road safety considerations. The Society does not provide or arrange accommodation for visitors. Users are solely responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements if required. Hotels and guest houses are available in Chandigarh, Kalka, and Solan. The Society shall not be liable for any injury, loss, damage, or expense, including personal injury, loss of life, property damage, or travel delays, arising from or in connection with a User's travel to or from the Ashram, road or weather conditions, or the User's failure to take appropriate precautions. The User undertakes all travel to and from the Ashram entirely at their own risk. The Society recommends that all visitors obtain appropriate personal travel and medical insurance prior to their visit, particularly given the remote nature of the Ashram's location.
7. Visit Bookings, Payments, Cancellations, and Refunds
   1. Visits to Sri Badrika Ashram are subject to a booking process and require advance payment through the Website. All booking payments are processed through secure third-party payment gateways, Razorpay for visitors within India and Stripe for overseas visitors. By completing a booking, the User agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of the applicable payment gateway in addition to these Terms.
   2. A booking shall be deemed confirmed only upon the Society's issuance of a payment confirmation to the User. The User's payment receipt alone does not constitute a guaranteed confirmation of visit unless accompanied by such written confirmation from the Society or its authorised representatives.
   3. Cancellations and Refunds:
      1. Cancellation by the User: All booking payments are non-refundable. If a User cancels a confirmed booking for any reason, including personal circumstances, travel disruptions, or medical reasons, no refund shall be issued. The Society may, at its sole discretion and without any obligation, offer a one-time rescheduling of the visit, subject to availability and timely written notice from the User prior to the original visit date.
      2. Cancellation by the Society: In the event that the Society cancels a confirmed visit booking, including on account of force majeure events, weather conditions, road conditions, or operational requirements, the User shall be entitled to either a full refund of the booking amount or a rescheduled visit at the Society's discretion. The Society's liability in such circumstances shall be strictly limited to the refund of the booking amount and shall not extend to any travel, accommodation, or incidental expenses incurred by the User.
      3. Technical Errors: In the event of a duplicate transaction or proven technical error attributable solely to the payment processing system, the User may raise a refund request within seven (7) days of the transaction, which shall be assessed at the sole discretion of the Society.
   4. The Society reserves the right to modify the booking process, payment terms, or applicable fees at any time without prior notice. Any such modification shall apply to bookings made after the date of publication.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
   1. All Intellectual Property Rights in and to the Website and all Content, including but not limited to spiritual teachings, discourses, writings, photographs, artworks, logos, and audiovisual material, are and shall remain the exclusive property of the Society, or its duly authorised licensors. Nothing in these Terms shall be construed as conferring any right, title, or interest upon the User in any such Intellectual Property Rights.
   2. Subject to the User’s compliance with these Terms, the Society grants the User a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the Website and its Content solely for personal, non-commercial, and spiritual purposes.
   3. The User expressly undertakes not to: (i) reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publish, or broadcast any Content without the Society’s prior written consent; (ii) modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer, or create derivative works from any Content; (iii) use any Content for commercial purposes or advertising; (iv) remove or alter any proprietary notices, marks, or attributions on the Website or Content; or (v) use automated tools, bots, or scrapers to extract data from the Website.
9. User Obligations and Prohibited Conduct
   1. The User undertakes at all times to use the Website and its Services in a lawful, respectful, and appropriate manner, consistent with the spiritual and charitable character of the Society.
   2. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the User is expressly prohibited from:
      1. Using the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose;
      2. Uploading, transmitting, or posting any content that is defamatory, abusive, obscene, hateful, or invasive of another’s privacy;
      3. Impersonating any person or entity, or misrepresenting their affiliation with the Society;
      4. Transmitting any virus, malware, or other malicious or harmful code through the Website;
      5. Attempting to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website or its systems;
      6. Conducting or facilitating any commercial solicitation, promotional activity, or fundraising without the Society’s express written consent;
      7. Using the Website in any manner inconsistent with the spiritual values and ethos of the Society.
10. Privacy and Data Protection
    1. The Society is committed to protecting the personal information of its Users. All personal data collected through the Website in connection with Donations, programme registrations, or general use of the Website is intended to be used solely for the purposes for which the data is submitted and shall not be shared with any third party without the express consent of the User, except to the extent required by applicable law or for the purposes of processing transactions through authorised payment gateways.
    2. The Society shall process personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and any rules promulgated thereunder. By using the Website, the User consents to the collection and processing of their personal data in accordance with the Society’s Privacy Policy, which is available on the Website.
    3. Where Donations are processed by or through an Authorised Entity, such entity may receive relevant transaction and contact details of the User solely to the extent necessary for the administration of the Donation and the issuance of receipts or tax certificates, in strict compliance with applicable law and this privacy commitment.
11. Disclaimers and Warranties
    1. THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SOCIETY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS, AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
    2. THE SOCIETY DOES NOT WARRANT OR REPRESENT THAT: (I) THE WEBSITE WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY AVAILABLE, UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR FREE FROM ERRORS, DEFECTS, OR HARMFUL COMPONENTS; (II) ANY INFORMATION OR CONTENT ON THE WEBSITE WILL BE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, OR SUITABLE FOR THE USER’S SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS; OR (III) THE RESULTS OF USING THE WEBSITE OR SERVICES WILL MEET THE USER’S EXPECTATIONS.
    3. Spiritual teachings, discourses, and content on the Website are provided for informational and devotional purposes only and do not constitute professional advice of any nature, including medical, legal, psychological, or financial advice. Users are encouraged to exercise independent judgment and seek appropriate professional counsel for any personal concerns.
    4. The Society does not guarantee or represent that Donations will produce any particular spiritual, personal, or material outcome for the User.
12. Limitation of Liability
    1. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SRI BADRIKA ASHRAM CUM CHARITABLE & SOCIAL WELFARE SOCIETY, ITS TRUSTEES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, OR AUTHORISED ENTITIES BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, HOWSOEVER ARISING, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF ANTICIPATED BENEFIT, OR ANY OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSS.
    2. The Society shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from: (i) the User’s inability to access or use the Website; (ii) any reliance placed by the User on information or Content available on the Website; (iii) any interruption, suspension, or termination of the Website; or (iv) any failure of third-party payment gateways or service providers.
    3. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Terms, to the extent any liability of the Society is established by a court of competent jurisdiction, the Society’s maximum aggregate liability to the User shall not exceed the total amount of the Donation actually received and processed in relation to the specific transaction that gives rise to the claim.
13. Indemnification
    1. The User shall, at their own cost, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Sri Badrika Ashram Cum Charitable & Social Welfare Society, its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and Authorised Entities from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with: (i) the User’s access to or use of the Website; (ii) the User’s violation of these Terms or any applicable law; (iii) the User’s infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party; or (iv) any misrepresentation or fraudulent conduct by the User.
14. Third-Party Links and Services
    1. The Website may contain hyperlinks to or integrations with third-party websites, platforms, and services, including social media networks, payment gateways, and related organisations. The Society does not own, operate, endorse, or assume any responsibility for such third-party services.
    2. The User’s access to and use of any third-party service is subject to the terms and policies of such third parties. The Society shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from the User’s engagement with any third-party service.
15. Force Majeure
    1. The Society shall not be in breach of these Terms or liable for any delay, failure, or non-performance of its obligations to the extent caused, directly or indirectly, by any event beyond its reasonable control, including without limitation: acts of God, natural disasters, epidemic, pandemic, governmental actions, war, civil unrest, terrorism, failure of utility services, or disruption of digital infrastructure (“Force Majeure Event”).
    2. In the event of a Force Majeure Event, the Society shall notify Users through appropriate channels and shall use commercially reasonable efforts to resume normal operations as soon as practicable.
16. Termination of Access
    1. The Society reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to suspend or terminate any User’s access to the Website, with or without notice and without liability, in the event of: (i) any actual or suspected violation of these Terms; (ii) conduct inconsistent with the values and ethos of the Society; or (iii) any request from law enforcement or a competent governmental authority.
    2. Upon termination, all rights and licences granted to the User shall immediately cease, and the User must immediately discontinue all access to and use of the Website. Clauses 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, and 18 shall survive termination.
17. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
    1. These Terms and all matters arising out of or in connection therewith shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
    2. In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Parties shall first attempt to resolve such dispute amicably through mutual negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of written notice of the dispute.
    3. If the dispute remains unresolved after the negotiation period, it shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts at Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.
18. General Provisions
    1. If any provision of these Terms is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
    2. No failure or delay by the Society in exercising any right under these Terms shall constitute a waiver. All waivers must be in writing to be effective.
    3. The User may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms to any third party without the Society’s prior written consent. The Society may freely assign these Terms in connection with any restructuring or succession of its operations.
    4. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any specific terms communicated in relation to programmes or events, constitute the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.
    5. Nothing in these Terms shall create any employment, agency, partnership, joint venture, or fiduciary relationship between the User and the Society.
19. Grievance Redressal
    1. In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, the Society has designated a Grievance Officer to receive and address grievances raised by Users in relation to the Website or its Services. Details of the Grievance Officer are as follows:

    2. Name: Prannoy Suryawanshi

       Designation: Accountant

       Email Address: sribadrika.acc@gmail.com

       Phone: +91 8628838088

    3. The Grievance Officer shall acknowledge receipt of every grievance within forty-eight (48) hours and shall endeavour to redress the grievance within fifteen (15) days of receipt.
20. Contact Information
    1. For any queries, concerns, or support requests in relation to these Terms, the Services, or any Donation, the User may contact the Society at:

    2. Sri Badrika Ashram Cum Charitable & Social Welfare Society

       Website: www.omswami.org

       Email: contact.omswami@gmail.com

       Postal Address: Sri Badrika Ashram Cum Charitable & Social Welfare Society, Village Shalamu, Post Kargaanu, Distt. Sirmour – 173223 H.P. , India