The Shri P.A. Ramakrishnan Memorial Vidyashram Educational Complex
Project Phase IIIThe Puthucode Kendra Vidya Mandir
Project Phase III
THE BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVANPuthucode Kendra | Kerala
THE BHAVAN’S LEGACY
“Bhavan covers all aspects of life from the cradle to the grave and beyond it fills a growing vacuum in modern life“– Pandit NehruFounded 7th Nov 1938 by Kulapati K.M.Munshi with Gandhiji’s blessingsMission To spread knowledge using science & technology, blending it with
Indian culture, heritage, values & traditional wisdomEmphasis Inculcate ‘Sarva Dharma Values’ and the Indian Value SystemMotto "Let noble thoughts come to us from every side", The RigvedaSocial Impact 117 centres in India
7 centres abroad355 institutions
Honorary Members (Past)
The Dalai LamaSardar Vallabhbhai PatelJRD TataPandit Jawaharlal NehruRevered Mother TeresaPrince Charles
PUTHUCODE, KERALAAn old, established village in Alathur Taluka, Palakkad District, Kerala
Located about 7 kms off NH47 (off Vadakkanchery)
Lies in the lap of the valley between Kudiran Ghat & Palakkad
Has a 400 year-old Bhagavathy Temple and a Shiva temple
Mannapra (the site of the school /project) is about 3 kms from Puthucode
THE PUTHUCODE KENDRA :AN OVERVIEW
Established on October 7, 2000 by Late Shri P.A. Ramakrishnan
Strives to provide rural masses access to higher quality education without the necessity to migrate from villages
Computer education being provided since April 2002 under the aegis of the Gandhi Institute of Computer Education & Information Technology
Received grants from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to provide computer education and advanced learning to village students
Job-oriented computer training provided free to 1000+ students till date
OUR MISSION
To create & maintain a world class infrastructure that provides affordable access to quality education through
an open learning environment while fostering intellectual and overall growth.
OUR OBJECTIVESTo provide
Excellent quality CBSE education at par with the best institutions in India
State-of-the-art educational facilities with modern amenities
Convenient transport facilities for students within a 20-30 km radius
Teacher compensation aligned with the best in the state
Special training programmes for teachers to increase effectiveness in delivery
Facilities for Special Children
Skill Development post +2
Local employment opportunities through strategic tie-ups
THE JOURNEY SO FAR…
7 Oct 2000Primary school starts at Kendra
5 May 2006Kendra acquires 11.3 acres of land
1 June 2008School Complex Phase I complete, school shifted here
1 June 2013- Phase II Complete- CBSE recognition received. - Start of 1st batch of Std X Class. - Bhavan’s Jyothi Inaugurated
Current:Phase III under progress – construction in full swing
THE LEGACY
Founder Eminent industrialist Late Shri P.A. RamakrishnanHis belief Industrialists should contribute towards the betterment of the
less fortunate in the societyHis Efforts 60 years of commitment to fulfilling social obligations
particularly in the field of educationResults As Managing Trustee of Sri Adi Shankara Education Trust,
responsible for the donation of 58 acres land to Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, at Thiruporur near ChennaiOn 29th March 2002, at Puthucode, the Bhavan’s Kendra HO, Primary Section, Computer education and Sanskrit/ Vedic Hall was inauguratedEducational Complex Phase I – on the 11.30 acres land acquired in 2006, the school was formally inaugurated on12th Dec 2008
Passed away in March 2008, as Phase I neared completion
PUTHUCODE KENDRA’SVIDYA MANDIR AT MANNAPRA
Providing value-based education to approximately 1000+ children
Currently operating Standards I to X as per CBSE curriculum standards
Serving low income group children from about 30 neighbouring villages in Palakkad district of Kerala
School buses facilities for transporting the students to & from the villages
Phase III launched in May 2014 to provide + 2 classes as per local demands
Full thrust on Library, Laboratories, Computers, Sports & Recreation Complex -Encouraging students to discover, learn & play.
BHAVAN’S JYOTHI
Joint initiative of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Puthucode & “A School for Life” - A Danish NGO
One of its kind in & around Puthucode to cater to the needs of special children, from low socio economic background
Counseling / Assessment / Evaluation / Therapeutic Intervention
Children having Mental retardation, Downs syndrome, Muscular dystrophy, Cerebral palsy, Autism, Learning disability etc.
Bhavan’s Jyothi provides trained Mentors, Speech Therapists, Physical Therapists, & Occupational Therapists
THE FULL PLAN
Area Start Date
Completion Date
Cost
Land & Building Jun 2006 Jun 2008 INR 250 Lacs
Building (Phase II) Jun 2012 Sep 2013 INR 150 Lacs
Building (Phase III)
May 2014 Mar 2015 INR 250 Lacs
Stadium & Sports Complex
Jan 2016 Dec 2016 INR 100 Lacs
Skill Development Centre (Proposed)
Apr 2017 Dec 2018 INR 200 Lacs
Special School Jun 2013 Jun 2015 INR 75 Lacs
PROJECT ESTIMATES
Completed Phase I & II expenditure - Rs. 400 Lacs
Operating costs and ongoing expenditure supported by fees, donations
Special School Balance required - Rs. 60 Lacs
Fund requirements for completion of Phase III – Rs. 200 Lacs (Estimated)
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Sponsor a classroom, library, laboratory, or any other facilityBhavan is an Institute of National Eminence. Hence, 100% Income Tax Deduction on complete contribution – No Limits for DeductionAchieve your CSR GoalsCreate an Endowment to perpetuate Facilitate education to transform and build IndiaHelp us to achieve our motto –
Enlighten Empower Enrich
MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR:Support 1 classroom Rs. 5 LacsSupport the library Rs. 5 LacsSupport the Full First Floor Rs. 50 LacsSupport the Full Phase III Rs. 150 LacsSupport the Sports Comples Rs. 100 LacsSupport Additional Amenities Rs. 5 LacsAssist provision of books, vehicles, computers, equipment, etc.
THE PUTHUCODE KENDRA -MANAGING COMMITTEE
Shri K. Venkateshwaran Chairman
Cdr. P.S. Venkatesh Vice ChairmanShri M.V. Ramnarayan Vice ChairmanShri R. Ananthanarayan Hon. SecretaryShri C. Seshadrinathan Hon. TreasurerShri C.A. Gokuldas MemberShri K.M. Sadique Ali MemberShri M.S. Sivaprasad MemberShri K. Haridas MemberShri K.S. Unni Member