PADT is a statutory body established under the Pashupati Area Development Trust Act, 1987, responsible for the conservation and management of the Pashupatinath Temple and its surrounding heritage sites. It oversees religious activities, cultural programs, infrastructure development, and services such as funeral support and old-age homes within the Pashupati area.

The trust is operated under the Pashupati Area Development Trust Act, 1987.The trust operates regular worshipping activities.This organization also conducts Hindu Funerals and has Funeral support centers and old-age home.