BK Academy

Facts and Figures

Academy for a Better World is an Institution of higher learning, established by the Brahma Kumaris. Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya with World Renewal Spiritual Trust and Raj Yoga Education & Research foundation. World Renewal Spiritual Trust is a sister institution, and Raj Yoga Education & Research Foundation is a creation of Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya. Both these institutions also are serving the society through education in Values, etc. Brahma Kumaris is also known as Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University in several countries. It is affiliated, as an NGO, to the UNICEf and the Economic & Social Council of the United Nations as or Consultative Member. Presently, it has more than 3000 educational centres and Sub-centres in India and about eight other countries where education in Values, Human Resource Development, Meditation, Positive Thinking, etc. is imparted.

The Academy for a Better World will be known, in Hindi, as Gyan Sarovar Vidyapeeth. The term gyan Sarovar means: The Lake of Knowledge. The name reminds of Manasa Sarovar in Himalayas, the lake about which the legend and the myth say that anyone who dipped into it, emerged as a fairy or an angel.

The institution has built a modern village in a retreat atmosphere, without disturbing the natural topography and the original environment. One can see here a happy blend of hills, village and urban and forest elements and an eco-friendly atmosphere, Here are you will find a couple of artificial lakes. This area is absolutely free from industrial smoke and from the noise of mega cities. Solar and Wind Energy and Electricity have been used to have an environment free from pollution. The Academy has many modern means of communication so as to be in touch with the outside world.

Auditorium

The Academy has an Auditorium, named Universal Harmony Hall, measuring 150 x 100 ft. It has seating capacity for about 1800 persons . The Auditorium has facilities for simultaneous translation in more than 16 languages. International Centre For Higher Learning (Lecture Rooms, Library, Research Facility).

For imparting courses to different sections of society, there are twelve Seminar Halls or Lecture Halls. There will also be a Library and Research Facility. The Seminar rooms have a seating capacity, ranging from 75 to 150. All these together constitute the International Centre for Higher Learning.

Residential Complex - Rajshri Bhavan

The Academy has a residential complex that can presently accommodate about 700 persons and, very soon, the adjacent residential complex for about 500 persons, who come for various courses or seminars, will be ready.

Meditation Halls and Picture Gallery or Museum

The Academy has two Meditation Halls for practical courses in Meditation and Consciousness-training and a Museum that promotes positive attitudes and universal moral, human, social and spiritual values. The museum has some excellent paintings, models pictures that very thought provoking.

Residential Complex - Rajshri Bhavan

The Academy has a residential complex that accommodates about 700 persons. The adjacent residential complex accommodates for about 500 persons, who come for various courses or seminars.

Dining Halls and Kitchen

The Gyan Sarovar Complex has a very big Kitchen and a number of dining halls to serve vegetarian and Sattwic food to about 1200 persons at a time. Delicious food is prepared here. Smoking and alcoholic drinks are totally prohibited here as elsewhere in the whole complex. This gives a new experience to people.

Eco-Friendly Environment

After this land was acquired, the Academy planted about 10,000 trees so as to provide fruits and eco-friendly and retreat atmosphere. Great care is taken to protect the plants from the extremity of weather and 'drip system' of irrigation has been adopted to ensure regular supply of water. There are many other green spots and hundreds of flower vases in order to make the environment refreshing and health-promoting.

Administrative Block and Other Facilities

The Academy has an Administrative block and such other infrastructure and facilities as are essential to such an institution. It has Reception room, Plaza, photo-copying and photo sections, Audio and Video sections, dispensary, etc

Built in Record Time

The whole complex was built in record time of about 20 months, after its foundation stone was laid. Hundreds of Brahma Kumaris, voluntarily contributed their skills, time and energy. Many engineers, architects, contractors, business agencies, also made some voluntary contribution of their know-how and supplies.

Various Types Of Courses

The Academy will provide courses in Value education, suitable for different professions, such as Business & Industry , Teachers, Scientists, Media persons, Doctors, etc. and also for different age-groups, such as youth and also for women, families, etc. But the main thrust of the teachings would not be to have merely scholars and academicians but better human beings so that we can have a Better World.

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