Lokbharti Gramvidyapith Trust

Advances rural education and well-being by providing self-sufficient, eco-friendly educational opportunities and practical knowledge.

  • FCRA
  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Sanosara, Gujarat

  • Since

    1964

Lokbharati is a leading organization that focuses on educating rural areas in India. It has significantly helped rural higher education in Gujarat and Read more other regions, offering learning opportunities to people in rural areas who usually have limited chances. Lokbharati represents a movement that blends social change with practical actions, aiming to improve rural life and the well-being of its people through a self-sufficient and eco-friendly lifestyle. The main idea of the institution is captured in its motto, which highlights two types of knowledge: "Vidya" (self-awareness, or learning to be) and "Avidya" (skills and knowledge for work). The goal is to teach these aspects, combining practical knowledge, productive work, and social interaction. When these elements are not in harmony, it creates a gap between the "elite" and the "common people," leading to an unsustainable society. Lokbharati aims to close this gap and promote a more balanced and sustainable approach to education and social development.

Demographies Served

Cause Area

Programs

  • Goshala Programme

    District
    State

    The Goshala at Lokbharati focuses on conserving the indigenous Gir cow breed and conducting scientific breeding. It provides pure cow milk and dairy products to 550 students and 400 staff members at the campus. The farm serves as a live laboratory where students engage in daily operations and gain hands-on experience. Many students, involved in breed improvement, dairy development, and animal husbandry projects, earn while learning, with education, research, and extension being integral components of the Goshala.

  • Lokbharati University for Rural Innovation (LURI)

    District
    State

    Lokbharati University for Rural Innovation, located in Sanosara, is dedicated to empowering rural communities and fostering sustainable development through education and innovation. The university embraces rural India’s cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge, aiming to harness these resources for societal progress. Its vision is to nurture local talent, preserve traditional practices, and create sustainable livelihoods, ultimately empowering rural communities to address their challenges and contribute to national development through innovative solutions.

Leadership Team

  • Dr. Rajendra Khimani

    Provost, Lokbharti University

  • Dr. Vishal Bhadani

    Pro Vice Chancellor, Lokbharti University

  • Dr. Bhautik Limbani

    Registrar, Lokbharti University

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATL3497N

  • Registration ID

    E-133/Bhavnagar

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    GJ/2017/0115739

  • 12A

    AAATL3497NE20214

  • 80G

    AAATL3497NF20214

  • FCRA

    41980003

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    Bhavnagar Rajkot Highway, Taluka Sihor, Bhavnagar, Sanosara, 364230

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust