Connecting Souls to Shri Krishna
Bhaktisetu is a sacred bridge of devotion that connects the soul to Shri Krishna through love, faith, and selfless seva. It represents a spiritual path where a devotee experiences divine grace by surrendering wholeheartedly to the Lord.
More than just a concept, Bhaktisetu is a journey—where every step is guided by bhakti (devotion), every action becomes seva (service), and every moment brings one closer to the divine presence of Krishna.
It serves as a divine connection between the devotee and the Supreme, nurturing inner peace, spiritual growth, and eternal bliss through the path of pure devotion.
Vanshavali
Sarkar Shree
Bhaktisetu Haveli’s sansthapakacharya – Vapi Naresh Gau Brahmanpratipal – Sahitya Sangeet Kala Samrakshak Goswami 108 Shree Neerajkumarji Maharajshri is the 13th Direct Descendant of Pushtibhaktimargiya Vaishnavacharya Jagadguru Mahaprabhu Shri Vallabhacharyaji. Aapshree was born on 12th December 1957 (पौष (गु. मार्गशीर्ष) कृष्णपक्ष छठ) to His Holiness Goswami 1008 Shree Madhavraiji Gokulnathji Maharaj & Goswamini Shri Purnima Bahuji Maharaj (Mota Mandir, Mumbai). Aapshree is very fondly called and known as “Koko Baava” and at the same time highly respected as “Sarkaarshree”. Aapshree received his initiation in Prapatti (Naam Nivedan), i.e, Sharnagati and Samashrayam (Atma-Nivedan) Brahmasambandh by His Guru and Father Shriman Madhavraiji Maharajshree.
For several years, from childhood till a young adult in the tutelage of His Father, Aapshree went through rigorous disciplined training of SevaMarg in Pushtimarg by serving the Lotus Feet of Prabhu Shri Balkrishnalalji and Dau Dayal Prabhu in Mumbai. For his academics, Aapshree studied in Christ Church High School and then was a student of St. Xaviers College, Mumbai.
In the elite world of music, amongst the maestros of Hindustani classical and light classical music and ghazals, Aapshree has His own identity as N. Madhavrai. Aapshree is one of the exponents of Pushtimargiya Kirtan Bhakti in which Kirtans-Pad and Bhajans are rendered in the service of the Lord Shri Krishna. Aapshree then went on to establish His works in the field of stage and radio. Apart from the music world, His Highness also has some great writing skills. Aapshree has written many books. Currently, Aapshree is seen working on short story scripts. His many hobbies include swimming, sculpting (mud pottery), exercising, etc. Aapshree spends a good amount of time doing Akhada training.
Goswami Govindraiji
Shuddhadvaita Pushti-Bhakti Maargiya Vaishnavacharya Jagadguru Maha Prabhu Shrimad Vallabhacharya Vanshaavtansa Pu.Pa. Goswami 108 Shri Govindraiji Neerajkumarji Mahodayshri (Ambarishkumarji Bawasaheb), widely known and respected as Je Je, belongs to the 14th generation in the sacred lineage of Acharyas. He received his Sharanaagati in Pushtimarg through Ashtaakshar Mantropdesh from his revered grandfather, His Divine Holiness Shri Madhavraiji Gokulnathji Maharajshri, followed by Gayatri Mantropdesh and Brahm Sambandh from his father, Goswami Shri Neerajkumarji Maharajshri (Sarkar). Under the divine guidance of his father, Je Je continues to be trained in Sewakram, serving Prabhu Shri Balkrishnalalji – Shri Daudayalji in accordance with the Raag-Bhog-Shringar traditions of Pushtimarg.
Deeply rooted in spiritual discipline, Je Je follows a dedicated daily routine of Japa-Paath, Sandhya Vandanam, and Brahma Yagya, while also pursuing advanced knowledge in Mantra Vidya under his Guru. Every year during the auspicious month of Bhadrapad, he independently completes the Saaptahik Shrimad Bhagwat Parayan along with Nitya Shodashopchar Puja, a practice traditionally performed by learned Vyasjis. Additionally, for the upliftment of the Vaishnav community, he undertakes elaborate Anushthans such as Narasimhaarchan and Gopalaarchan during Chaitra and Ashwin Navratri, followed by Dashaansh Homa, continuing the sacred traditions of his Acharya lineage.
A sincere student of Brahmavaad, Je Je is deeply engaged in the study of Vallabh Vedant and major scriptures including Shrimad Bhagwatam, Bhagavad Gita, Ramayan, and Mahabharat. He has a keen interest in analytical and comparative studies across various Sampradayik philosophies, making his personal library a hub for Indological learning. His guiding principle—“Convert Information into Knowledge & Transform Knowledge into Wisdom”—reflects his lifelong commitment to learning and sharing knowledge. Firm in his spiritual observances, he strictly follows Vishnu Panchak and Ekadashi Vrat throughout the year, embodying discipline, devotion, and wisdom in his life.
गौसेवा परमं पुण्यम्।
An act of selfless service, Gau Seva connects the soul to divinity through kindness and protection of sacred life.