The All World Gayatri Pariwar (AWGP) center in Anaheim, also known as the Gayatri Chetna Center, is a spiritual and social service hub located at 2446 W Orange Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804. Established as the Los Angeles area branch of the global movement headquartered in Shantikunj, Haridwar, it focuses on "Scientific Spirituality"—balancing ancient Vedic wisdom with modern rational living.

Key features

Daily Worship & Gayatri Mantra Japa: The center is open daily for Upasana (prayers) and meditation.

Yagya & Deep Yagya: Conducts traditional fire ceremonies (Yagyas) believed to purify both the physical and mental environment. Deep Yagya (candlelight fire rituals) are often held collectively for wider social impact.

Regular Events:
Monday: 7:00 PM Swadhyaay (Self-study and scripture reading).
Tuesday: 7:00 PM Yoga & Meditation.

Sanskar Ceremonies: Performs the 16 traditional Vedic rites of passage (Sanskaras), such as Namakarana (naming) and Vidyarambha (beginning of education).

Youth Education (Sanskar Shala): A Saturday or Sunday program designed to instill moral values, Indian culture, and linguistic skills in children.

Charitable Giving (Seva): Engages in community service under the principle of Aradhana, including support for disaster management and local outreach.

Spiritual Guidance & Literature: Houses a collection of more than 3,000 books written by Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya on topics ranging from personality development to scientific spirituality.

Facility Features: The center includes a large assembly hall for lectures and havans, and has been recently renovated to accommodate growing crowds.

Wheelchair Accessibility: The venue features a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.

Open House: The center serves everyone regardless of their religious beliefs or background.