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About Us

Imagine a place where rural youth don't just learn—they innovate.

At VIRT, we empower students to master innovative rural technologies across engineering, energy, water and waste management, food processing, agriculture, and animal husbandry. Our unique Diploma in Basic Rural Technology (DBRT) program, recognized by the National Institute of Open Schooling and supported by the Ministry of Education, equips them with essential business and interpersonal skills.

We’re not just an institute; we’re a movement for change in rural India.

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Our Story

In 2005, Bharati Didi's Narmada Parikrama became a turning point in her life. Moved by the lack of education and healthcare in the villages she passed, she felt compelled to act. After her pilgrimage, she made a bold decision—leaving her job to settle in Mandleshwar, a serene town on the banks of Narmada.

There, Nimar Abhyudaya, the parent organization of VIRT, was born. Starting with free coaching classes under the name Narmadalaya, the initiative grew rapidly, expanding from one village to 15. With a generous land donation from Talwar Baba in Lepa Punarwas, the mission found a permanent home.

Today, Nimar Abhyudaya operates three schools, a technical institute (VIRT), and a hostel, all aimed at transforming rural and tribal lives in the Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh. What began as a dream now spreads hope, one village at a time. Join us on this inspiring journey!

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Board Members

Our Board Members are the pillars of the institute, providing a strong foundation on which our vision is built. Their wisdom, experience, and foresight guide us forward, shaping the journey and amplifying our impact

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Dr. Lalita Deshpande

President
Mathematician, Social Worker

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Mahesh Dabak

Vice President

Educationalist

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Pravrajika Vishuddhananda
(Bharati Thakur)

Secretary

Social Worker, Educationalist & Writer

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Mr. Nachiket Thakur

Member

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Ravindra Marathe

Treasurer

Retired Accountant

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Sarvjit Paranjape

Member

Environmentalist

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Mangesh Kekre

Member

Chartered Accountant

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Our Vision

We envision a future where education awakens potential, not just fills minds with facts. A place where quality in education is a given, empowering students to realize their dreams.

We aim to foster women’s leadership, helping them unlock their full potential. Beyond classrooms, we want to cultivate young leaders, inspiring them as tomorrow’s changemakers.

We are committed to building a community conscious of its role in protecting the planet, with seminars, workshops, and campaigns aligned to this goal.

Our dream extends beyond education—toward self-sustaining lives, where knowledge ensures every plate is full and every home secure.

This is our vision at Vivekanand Institute of Rural Technology, where we don’t just teach—we transform futures.

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