Funding for Gita University Construction
Plan A – Gita University, situated on a 200-acre campus with a budget of 2200 crores: This initiative has been in development for over a decade, with its inception in December 2018. It aims to create a fully owned asset of 25 lakh square feet by the foundation, financed and overseen by 1108 generous affluent donors who will act as shareholders. The total funding requirement is 2200 crores, achievable if 108 individuals from the top 1000 wealthiest people in India contribute 12 crores each, along with 1000 individuals from the wealthiest 10000 donating 1 crore each.
To establish a successful crowdfunding campaign, four essential elements must be considered. Firstly, the project should be viable and beneficial to the general public. Secondly, securing endorsements from well-known and reputable celebrities across India is crucial. Thirdly, engaging with print and electronic media to effectively communicate the project’s objectives and benefits through brief interviews and discussions featuring these celebrities is essential. Fourthly, implementing a robust social media strategy is vital to reach a broad audience, including business professionals, software engineers, and various other groups capable of contributing financially.
Difficulty in securing 200 acres of land: We have exerted all possible efforts with the limited resources and connections at our disposal; however, we could not get the required 200 acres of land from the TG State governments. Consequently, we have revised our strategy from Plan A to Plan C, which now requires only 200 investors willing to invest in an asset if they find the project appealing. Nevertheless, we kindly urge everyone to contribute as generously as possible, as these funds will be utilized for monthly expenses and the development of additional Gita content.
ALTERNATE PLANS (PLAN B & PLAN C)
Plan-B: International Vedic club on 100 acres, a semi-owned asset worth 600 crores: This plan aims to reduce the scope of the initial project by 50% in terms of land and by 30% in budget. We intend to develop the infrastructure with the involvement of 1944 private contributors. Each individual is expected to invest 30 lakh rupees for a 250 square foot executive room, which will be constructed to meet international standards on a 100-acre campus. The projected budget for this International Vedic Club, designed to resemble a 7-star hotel, is 600 crores. Members will have access to the room for 65 days each year for their lifetime, with the membership transferable to their children, subject to a maximum annual usage of 65 days. We are working on this plan parallel with implementing Plan C. An exclusive Website by name “www.thevedicclub.com” will be ready by April 30th 2025. We shall explain the project takeaways, benefits to club members, plans and 3D walkthroughs and the scope for a heavy boost in the tourism sector, etc. and invite EOIs from 1944 people who wish to be a member of the first international Vedic club.
Plan C: International School for Bhagavad Gita on 18 Acres, a Fully Owned Asset of the Donors (Under implementation now): We are preparing to launch a scaled-down version of the Gita University Project at Shankarpally, Hyderabad, 32 km from Kokapet SEZ and 66 km from International Airport. We have completed the land leveling, acquired all necessary survey reports from the Mandal, and installed fencing around the property. We anticipate receiving clearance from the Irrigation Department by the end of March 2025. The plans for the campus walk-through, cottages, and overall layout are currently in progress and are expected to be finalized by the first week of April 2025. We aim to obtain approvals from HMDA by the end of April 2025. Subsequently, we will approach Pujya Shri Amit Shah ji to request his esteemed presence at the Bhumi Puja ceremony. We will extend invitations to 18 of the most influential dharmic leaders from across India to attend the ceremony at our Shankarpally campus in Hyderabad.
Due to a feeble response from the government for securing 200 acres of endowment land, we have initiated work on our land. We are eager to formally introduce the foundational version of the Gita University Project, “International School for Bhagavad Gita.” We will seek suitable dates for the Bhumi Puja from our esteemed Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah ji, and HH Shri Shri Bharati Tirtha Swamiji, aiming for this event to take place in May or June 2025. In the interim, we have completed the land leveling, acquired all necessary survey reports from the Mandal, and installed fencing around the property. We anticipate receiving clearance from the Irrigation Department by the end of March 2025. The plans for the campus walk-through, cottages, and overall layout are currently in progress and are expected to be finalized by the first week of April 2025. We aim to obtain approvals from HMDA by the end of April 2025. Subsequently, we will approach Pujya Shri Amit Shah ji to request his esteemed presence at the Bhumi Puja ceremony. We will extend invitations to 18 of the most influential dharmic leaders from across India to attend the ceremony at our Shankarpally campus in Hyderabad.
200 Corporate / Celebrity donors required: We are preparing to launch a scaled-down version of the Gita University Project at Shankarpally, Hyderabad, 32 km from Kokapet SEZ and 66 km from International Airport. To facilitate this, we are seeking 200 affluent dharmic individuals from across India, particularly from Hyderabad, to invest in constructing 200 cottages on the International School for Karma Yoga campus. Each investor is invited to contribute two crores for a 2000 square-foot cottage on a 165 square-yard plot. The 200 cottages, along with the Clubhouse and additional conference facilities on the 18-acre campus, will be owned privately by the 200 investors. We request this amount as an investment rather than a donation to foster trust and confidence in their financial commitment. Should our Foundation demonstrate the value of their investment, the investors may consider transferring ownership of the 18-acre property to the Foundation. Conversely, if they choose, the 200 Investors Association retains the right to reclaim the asset from the Foundation and utilize it as they see fit.
I) Infrastructure Required for
International Institute for Global Citizenship (Objective-1)
3BHK Cottages each on 165 sq.yards – 30 #
Note: These cottages are for Foreigners interested in learning Gita for 4 months and teaching Gita in their countries after getting certified by our Chancellor advaita guru.
● Total construction area (Plinth): 60,000 sqft
● Kitchen and Dining Halls: (Mentioned in Objective-3)
● 4 # 200-Seater Hall: 16,000 sqft
● Total construction area: 76,000 sft
● Construction cost per sft: Rs.8000/-* (*Includes Landowner’s plot value)
● Total cost: 76,000 sft x Rs.8000/- = 60.8 crores (A)
● Batch Size: 180, Duration: 4 months.
● Capacity per annum: 540 annually. (We can pick 25% from this number as Professional Gita gurus and impart further coaching to the others who can be ready to pass on Gita wisdom in due course of time.)
II) Infrastructure required for
International School for Civil Services & Sports (Objective-2)
● This project will not be implemented on any scale under Plan B and will be looked at in 2029.
III) Infrastructure Required for
International Institute for Global Citizenship (Objective-3)
3BHK Cottages each on 165 sq. yards – 150 #
3BHK Cottages for Gita Gurus and other Guest lecturers: – 20#
● Total construction area: 3.4 lakh sft
● 1000-seater auditoriums# 2: 30,000 sqft
● Kitchen & Other Infrastructure: 30,000 sqft
● Total construction area: 4,00,000 sft
● Construction cost per sft: Rs.8000/-* (*Includes Landowner’s plot value)
● Total cost : 4 lakh sft x Rs.8000/- = 320 crores (B)
● Batch Size : 500+500, Duration: 1 months.
● Target audience – 1: 500 everyday for 1-day karma yoga class ((foreign visitors / CEO’s / Politicians)
● Target audience – 2: 500 Newly married couples & about to get married: 6 and 30 days classes.
Note 1 – Cottage Donors/ Buyers: Should any individual with a dharmic inclination be interested in purchasing a cottage as per our Plan C, they are encouraged to contact Ms Reshma at 8977931068. Our founding directors are more than willing to meet with potential donors in person to provide a comprehensive overview of the project, address any questions, and seek their support and blessings.
SMALL DONATION EVERY MONTH
Alternatively, we look forward to 400,000 Bhagavad Gita lovers worldwide donating Rs. 500 monthly for 20 months. We request all NRIs, Businesspeople, Software Engineers, Professionals and everyone who loves to see where over 75% of the world’s population endorse the Principles of Karma & Dharma in place of mean-minded names and forms of God to come forward and support this project. They may follow the icons below to proceed with their donation.