Anup Cukkemane is a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda and a longtime Kriyaban. A jeweler and astrologer by profession, Anup joined Ananda Sangha India in 2014 and considers himself blessed and humbled to be allowed to be a small part in Babaji’s great work through Ananda, serving in various capacities such as Ananda center assistant, organizing and recording classes and events, and spiritual counselling.

Currently, Anup leads the Indian ministry at Ananda Los Angeles, offering classes and sharing Master’s teachings in Hindi and English for the Indian communities in Southern California.

In addition, Anup is one of Ananda’s official bangle makers, having received the spiritual dispensation to make Sri Yukteswar’s astrological bangles from Nayaswamis Jyotish and Devi, spiritual directors of Ananda Sangha Worldwide.