At just 11 years old, Aripirala Yogananda Sastry from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India, is making headlines as a remarkable child prodigy in the fields of astrology and Vaasthu. A 7th-grade student at Bhashyam Blooms School, Yogananda is already recognized as the youngest doctorate holder in both disciplines, having earned this rare distinction from the Maharshi College of Vedic Astrology, a UGC-recognized institution. His academic brilliance is matched by his passion for India’s ancient sciences, making him a shining example of youthful excellence rooted in tradition.

Yogananda Sastry’s achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. In addition to his dual doctorates, he holds diplomas in astrology and Vaasthu and has received multiple honorary doctorates from international institutions including Unilogos University in Florida, Maharishi Vagbhata Ayurveda and Yoga Shaikshik Sansthan, and the World Human Rights Protection Commission. His contributions have earned him recognition in over 15 national and international record books such as the USA Book of World Records, Harvard Book of Records, Bravo International Book of Records, Indian Book of Records, and Bharat Book of Records.

With over 275 awards to his name, Yogananda has been honored by several prominent figures in Indian politics and public life. His accolades include the Young Achiever in Astrology award presented by Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, Governor of Telangana; Young Master in Astrology by Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla, Governor of Himachal Pradesh; and the Jyotishya Kala Visaradha Award by Shri Digambar Kamat, Chief Minister of Goa. He has also received the National Icon in Astrology award from leaders like Shri Jagdambika Pal and Shri Raghuraj Singh, the Global Astrology Ambassador Award from Shri Alphons Kannanthanam, and numerous others including the Bharath Gaurav Ratna and Rashtriya Padma Bhushan Samman.

Beyond his academic pursuits, Yogananda Sastry is also a skilled Vedic scholar, having performed over 150 Havans and 29 Griha Pravesh ceremonies. He balances his intellectual endeavors with spiritual discipline, regularly chanting Vedic hymns, and also finds joy in music and sports. He has completed five grades in keyboard from Trinity College of London and actively plays chess, cricket, and football.

His exceptional journey has received blessings and appreciation from national leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Law & Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, among others from the judiciary, politics, and entertainment. His story has also been featured in prestigious publications and media platforms such as LA Stalla Magazine, Business Outlook, Heights of Success, Indian Book of Records Magazine, MTTV Magazine, and national television channels including Sudarshan.

Yogananda is the elder son of Aripirala Kalyan and Aripirala Sriveena, and a proud brother to Samskruthi Sharma. His family remains a pillar of strength and inspiration as he continues to achieve incredible milestones. With a harmonious blend of knowledge, humility, discipline, and vision, Aripirala Yogananda Sastry is not only a young genius but a living testament to India’s rich spiritual and scholarly legacy—an emerging legend who is lighting the way for generations to come.