Our Story
A Journey of 45 Years in Reviving Traditional Education
The trust that gave birth to Prabodhini Gurukula came into existence in 1979 and has been actively engaged in social, educational, and service activities throughout Karnataka for over 46 years. Our headquarters, Chitrakoota, is nestled in Hariharapura on the banks of the holy River Tunga. This sacred location is near Shringeri, the revered place where Sri Jagadguru Shankaracharya performed his tapas (spiritual practice). In such a spiritually charged environment, our Gurukula provides the ideal setting for both learning and contemplation.
Our Gurukula was born from a critical need: there is education in our country, but there is often a lack of Bharatiya values in it. How can we build an ideal Bharat without incorporating Bharatiya features into our education system? Bharat cannot hold her head high without real Bharatiya citizens. Therefore, Prabodhini Gurukula prioritizes bringing in these Bharatiya cultural features as the foundation of our education. What began as a small initiative has blossomed into a premier institution producing scholars who are deeply rooted in Vedic knowledge while excelling in modern academic and professional fields.
Founding Principles
Simple Living, High Thinking
Inculcating the values of austerity and intellectual depth.
Service to Society
Education as a tool for social upliftment.
Preservation of Culture
Safeguarding the rich oral traditions of the Vedas.