SRI SANKARA GURUKULA VEDA PATASALA

Vedabhavan - Hyderabad

APPEAL FOR CONTRIBUTION FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR VEDA PATASALA

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Introduction

Namaste. We present the contents of this brochure to you with the

fervent hope that you will participate in our endeavours of Veda

Samrakshanam. The Vedas are the origin of all Dharma (Vedaha Akhila

Dharma Moolam). The great sages were able to codify the Almighty’s

vibrations by their severe penance and keen perception and provide us

with bountiful natural resources and to ensure we lead a peaceful and

contented life. It is important therefore that we nurture the roots of

Dharma, which are the Vedas, so that the tree of civilization with its many

branches gives us many flowers and fruits.

Our Vision

¬ The preservation of our ancient culture and tradition of Oral

Recitation of Vedas in Gurukula System

¬ To promote Higher Vedic Studies such as Veda Bhashyam,

Shadangam, Srowtham, Smartham, Kavyam, Samskritam,

Ithihasa Puranam among the Vidyarthis who have completed basic

Studies.

¬ To Teach the Vidyarthis Mathematics, Social Sciences, Modern

Science and Technological Education and also make them

responsible citizens with Social Values and awareness

Why a New Building

With the Almighty’s blessings and Guru’s guidance, the SSGVP has

attained the status of being a much sought-after Veda Pathashala.

Parents from many parts of the country fervently seek admission for their

sons here. This has resulted in the present strength rising to 150, making

it difficult to manage with the present infrastructure which is inadequate

and also cater to the increasing demand of admission. Inadequate water

supply has also been a matter of growing concern. Our existing Gau Shala

had to be displaced to accommodate the large strength of students. To

provide the best facilities conducive to Vedic education, a new location is

proposed for the new pathashala at Shameerpet. Sri Suri and family have

Sri Gurubhyo Namaha

been generous in donating more than 3 acres of fertile land for this

purpose. The land provided has ample groundwater reserves which we

hope to sustain by deploying rain water harvesting techniques. Solar

power will be harnessed and utilised for providing hot water for bathing,

cooking and also for lighting, telephone connections, etc. We propose to

have a larger accommodation for the students and also re-establish the

Gau Shala. Gau Samrakshanam (protection of cows) has been enjoined as

a fundamental duty in our Vedic texts.

Highlights of the New Patasala

¬ Accommodate 300 students at a single point of time

¬ Gau Shala with many Cows and Calves, vegetable garden, flowering

and fruiting trees

¬ A modern kitchen to provide for fresh, nutritious and traditional food

¬ Medical and Health Facilities the for Vidyarthis

¬ Plenty of open space, clean and natural air for Vidyarthis to play

¬ Yoga and Meditation centre, a library with digitized manuscripts,

technology to learn and teach via Skype/video conferencing

¬ Laboratory to learn, observe, practice and perform traditional rituals

¬ Auditorium to listen to lectures from senior scholars and sanyasis

¬ Living quarters for 20 teachers to pursue a Vedic way of teaching

while also observing their ritual duties like Aupasana and Agnihotra

¬ Accommodation Facil ities for Peethadhipatis and other

Mahapurushas who frequently visit the Pathashala and bless the

Vidyarthees and the Adhyapakas

All the above-mentioned features are envisaged to in a phased manner.

The entire Project is being executed by SatyaVani Projects and

Consultants lead by MD Sri P. Surya Prakash

What our Scriptures Say

हवगधाे गवां रेणुः वेदानां विनरेव च ।

अपगाेदाेहमाेण सव पापैः मुयते ।।

It is said in the Sastras that, all the sins committed will be wiped out

wherever the smoke from the Homas, the dust from the cow hooves and

the sound of the Veda mantras permeate.

All Vidyarthees perform the ritual in the morning and evening with twigs,

worshiping the fire God, Agni. This ritual pleases the Sun God, who

bestows many benefits to us in the form of rains, crops and good health.

अाै ाताितः सयक् अादयमुपितते ।

अादयाायते वृः वृेरं ततः जाः।।

The Sun God is extremely pleased when propitiated by offering

Samidha (Twigs) to Agni, which transforms as the holy smoke and in

turn causes Rains which helps the living beings on the planet get food.

Who we are

We the children of Veda Matha were blessed to pursue our education in

the Gurukula in the homes of our Gurus, who treated us like their own

children. They bequeathed to us, the priceless treasure known as the

Vedas. With their blessings, coupled with our conviction in the Vedic

injunctions, we continued our tradition, at a larger scale. The Almighty’s

grace, has resulted in the our Veda Patashala becoming a reputed one.

Since 1984, the Sri Sankara Gurukula Veda Patashala (SSGVP) has

established itself as an institution of eminence in imparting Vedic

education to deserving students in the traditional Gurukula system. We

are blessed to have been a part of this successful journey. This has been

possible due to teachers, philanthropists, patrons, benefactors, devotees,

institutions and government support.

Our Experience/Achievements

As of 31 March 2018, there have been

¬ More than 150 students who have studied in the Patashala and

passed with flying colours

¬ More than 100 of them have passed the difficult stage of Ghana

¬ 50 have passed the Krama stage which has helped them pursue

stable and comfortable livelihoods

¬ 12 students have gone on to become teachers at other Patashalas

¬ 5 students have successfully passed the Veda Bhashyam exam with

flying colours

¬ 3 of our students have pursued Lakshana Pariksha and have become

Salakshana Ghanapatis

¬ 4 students are pursuing advanced studies in Meemamsa, Nyaya and

other aspects of Shadanga (6 auxiliary branches of the Vedas)

The Vidyarthees are taught the Vedic lessons in a traditional manner of

learning by listening and committing to memory. This pedagogy helps

improving listening skills, memory power and ability to visualise in

abstraction. Such development in the cognitive skills of the students

helps them in adjusting, adapting and thriving in all contexts and

situations.

The Vidyarthees are also given exposure to India’s great epics – Itihasas

and Puranas like Srimad Ramayana, Srimad Bhagavatha and other great

works. This fosters a devotional attitude and provides opportunities to

learn organizing skills. Interaction with devotees and performing duties

like serving and attending to the senior citizens, helps the Vidyarthees

imbibe social interaction skills, empathy and a service oriented selfless

approach. Regular classes in Samskrit, English and Arithmetic help the

students establish themselves in society. During the annual day

celebrations, students enact a play with all dialogues in Samskrit.

Video Recordings about Veda Samrakshanam, Appeal for Building

Fund, Sanskrit Dramas by Vidyarthis are available in Youtube

Channel www.youtube.com/vedabhavan

Need for Support/Sponsorship

An institution of this scale needs financial resources for establishment

and subsequent maintenance. With rising costs we eagerly seek your

benevolent contributions towards Veda Samrakshanam and Gau

Samrakshanam.

Paramacharyal of Kanchi always used to highlight the importance of

getting all the general public involved for any noble cause like Temple

Kumbabhishekams, Veda Samrakshanam and Gau Samrakshanam.

Every donor gets the Punya for generations to come. Hence such acts

should seek the participation of the larger society. This will ensure

benefits to everyone.

कुाै ितित ययां वेदायासेन जीयते ।

कुलं तारयते तेषां दशपूव दशापरं ।।

Our scriptures say that these acts benefit the donor’s 10 generations

prior and 10 generations post in addition to the donor.

We therefore appeal to each and every one of you to take up

Sponsoring this noble cause by contributing to support this noble

cause

An indicative list of possible heads under which you may like to donate or

sponsor is given. Please participate in our journey towards revitalizing

the Vedic education. All members of our society will be immensely

benefited. Adequate food, water, moderate climate, peace of mind,

healthy progeny are just the material manifestations of the benefits.

There will be so many more that we cannot enumerate.

VEDOKHILO DHARMA MOOLAM DHARMO RAKSHATI RAKSHITHAHA

SPONSORSHIP/DONATIONS

Prospective Donors are requested to come out in large numbers and

pledge sponsorship and support this cause. The total estimated cost of

the project is Rs.21 Crores

(*Amt. rounded off)

Description Unit Total Sft Cost per Sft Cost per Unit

Class Room 30 21062.05 Rs.2160/- Rs.15,16,000/-

Dormitory 27 21062.05 Rs.2507/- Rs.20,00,000/-

Staff Quarters 15 7327.56 Rs.2670/- Rs.13,05,000/-

Prayer Hall/

Temple/ 01 11559.90 Rs.2274/- Rs.2,62,84,333/-

Auditorium

Kitchen/Pantry/ 01 15993.13 Rs.2331/- Rs.3,72,00,000/-

Dining Hall

Gaushala 01 43556.48 Rs.46/- Rs.20,00,000/

Library 01 1000.00 Rs.1000/- Rs.10,00,000/-

Toilet Block/ 01 9663.88 Rs.2563/- Rs.2,47,00,000/-

Maint. Block

Veda Maha Poshaka Rs.1,00,00,000/-

Veda Poshaka Rs.50,00,000/-

Veda Samrakshaka Rs.25,00,000/

Veda Paripalaka Rs.15,00,000/-

Foreign Donors can contribute the above equivalent sum in

Dollars or even in amount of $500, $1000, $2000, $5000 according

to their mite. Please contact us for the FCRA Account Details

THE MANAGING TRUSTEE

SRI SANKARA GURUKULA VEDA PATASALA

Admn. Office: Vedabhavan, Road No.1, Chandragiri Colony, Neredmet,

Secunderabad - 56.

Ph: 9440057373 / 9963888870

Website: http://vedabhavan.org

Email: | ghanapati@gmail.com vedabhavan@gmail.com

Foreign Contributions will also be accepted as permitted by Govt. of India

under FCRA

Foreign Donors may please contact us for the Account Details

VEDOKHILO DHARMA MOOLAM DHARMO RAKSHATI RAKSHITHAHA

CONTRIBUTIONS

IT Exemption Under Section 80-G of the Indian Income Tax Act is available

for all contributions

Contributions may be made in Cheque/DD/NEFT Transfers.

For Online Transfer in India, request you all to please transfer the

amount to the below Account and send us the Details by Email

without fail for issuing Reciept

CITY UNION BANK

Name : SRI SANKARA GURUKULA VEDA PATASALA

A/c No : 076109000038620, IFSC CODE : CIUB0000155