Anand Sagar

Anand Sagar is a 350-acre spiritual complex and artificial lake in Shegaon, Maharashtra, developed by the Shri Gajanan Maharaj Mandir Trust. Originally constructed to address local water scarcity by lifting water from the Man River, it now serves as a spiritual retreat featuring meditation centers, temples, gardens, and an amphitheater. The site includes a Dhyan Kendra on a lake bridge, statues of saints, and a musical fountain show depicting the life of Saint Gajanan Maharaj.

Visitors can explore a vast spiritual campus centered around an artificial reservoir with maintained gardens, lotus ponds, and religious sculptures including 18 saint statues and a Shiva temple. Key features include a meditation center accessible via a bridge, a museum of saints, and open lawns for relaxation. A musical fountain and laser show operates in the evenings subject to schedule confirmation at the gate. The facility is managed by volunteers and offers free wheelchairs and prams for accessibility.

The project began on April 8, 1999, and was completed in 2005 by the Shri Gajanan Maharaj Mandir Trust with an initial budget of ₹300 crore to create employment, generate tourism revenue, and solve water scarcity in Shegaon by lifting water from the Man River 9 km away.

Anand Sagar serves as an Adhyatmik Kendra (Spiritual Centre) dedicated to the teachings and legacy of Saint Gajanan Maharaj, integrating spirituality with environmental sustainability through its artificial lake that supports the local ecosystem and community water needs.