About
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Headquarters
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Since
1928
The Krishnamurti Foundation India serve those interested in understanding Krishnamurti's teachings for personal enrichment. The foundation maintains a Read moren extensive archive of his original works, including handwritten materials, books, transcripts, audio, and video recordings of talks and discussions, along with letters, photographs, and reference materials. The foundation also actively publishes the material in print and digital formats. Vasanta Vihar in Chennai serves as the Krishnamurti Foundation India's headquarters. The central focus is its accessible Study Centre, open to both campus guests and city visitors. The centre boasts an extensive collection of Krishnamurti's works, biographies, memoirs, audio, and video recordings, along with monographs, bulletins, and newsletters. Vasanta Vihar hosts periodic weekend residential retreats and public video screenings. A campus bookshop is available. For those seeking a tranquil retreat, the guest house provides accommodations for individuals and small groups for short stays, offering simple vegetarian meals. Krishnamurti Study Centres are also located in cities like Mumbai and Cuttack. These centres are very vibrant and reach out to various schools, colleges and the general public through relevant programmes and dialogues during the year.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Programs
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The study
StateThe heart of Vasanta Vihar revolves around "The Study," accessible to both campus guests and visitors. An extensive collection of Krishnamurti's works, including biographies and memoirs, along with a vast assortment of audio CDs, DVDs, and MP3s are available. The library also offers select books on subjects like religion, philosophy, psychology, and science.
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Schools
StateKFI operates six schools in India dedicated to imparting education rooted in Krishnamurti's teachings. For Krishnamurti, these schools served as spaces where profound existential questions could be explored within an environment of liberty and accountability. Over time, these schools have evolved into education centers that actively engage with their surrounding communities and promote environmentally responsible practices.
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Retreat
The Krishnamurti Foundation India conducts retreats throughout the year. The weekend retreat, held on the last weekend of each month, is a two-day program that includes formal dialogues on a chosen theme, casual discussions, video screenings of Krishnamurti's talks and discussions, and dedicated periods for personal study, reflection, and contemplation. Guests are also encouraged to extend their stay before or after the retreat, based on their preferences.
The half-day retreat convenes every second Sunday of the month, commencing at 9:30 AM with a Krishnamurti talk/discussion screening. This is succeeded by a dialogue session and concludes with a shared lunch. Curated retreats are intended for groups and organizations that have a need to explore certain aspects of their conditioning based on their particular area of interest. Immersion retreat is designed for individuals eager to embark on a deep introspective journey guided by Krishnamurti's teachings.
Leadership Team
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Savandapur Palanigounder Kandaswamy
Secretary
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Onkar Ramachandra Rao
Member
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Alok Mathur
Member
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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Registration ID
47AA545296
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VO ID / Darpan ID
TN/2021/0287240
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FCRA
075900274
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society