The Shri Guru Vashisht Gurukul Vidyapeeth in Ayodhya, affiliated with the RSS, has received official recognition from the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to impart education in all four Vedas. This marks a significant milestone for Vedic education, as the Gurukul becomes the only institution in Ayodhya offering comprehensive teachings of the Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda.
Acharya Manoj Dixit, the founder-president of the Gurukul and Vice-Chancellor of Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Bikaner, announced the recognition during a recent press conference. He revealed that the Gurukul has sanctioned six Acharyas (teachers) for Vedic education: three for Shukla Yajurveda, one each for Atharvaveda, Samaveda, and Rigveda. Additionally, the institution has appointed one Acharya for Sanskrit, along with faculty in modern subjects like Mathematics and Computer Science.
In a bid to encourage Vedic studies, 20 students, known as Batuk Brahmacharis, will be awarded an annual scholarship of Rs 60,000. Another 12 students will receive Rs 12,000 per year, ensuring financial support for dedicated learners.
The Gurukul, spread across a 12,000 square meter green campus, currently houses five schools. Plans are underway to further develop the institution. Central Sanskrit University, Delhi, has proposed to make it an ideal Gurukul for Uttar Pradesh. The campus will soon feature a new library of ancient and modern texts, along with a state-of-the-art computer lab, funded by a social organisGuruation at a cost of Rs 95 lakh.
Additionally, a modern dining hall capable of seating 200 students, an astrology school, and a hostel for 200 Brahmacharis are under construction, enhancing the Gurukul’s facilities.
Acharya Dixit also mentioned that proposals for appointing Acharyas in Krishna Yajurveda and Atharvaveda have been sent to the Ved Vidya Pratishthan for approval, which is expected to be granted soon.
The Gurukul is on a mission to blend ancient Vedic wisdom with modern education, creating a holistic learning environment. With the support of the government and various organizations, the institution aims to become a premier center for Vedic studies in India.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to revive and promote traditional Indian knowledge systems, attracting students from across the country to delve into the ancient scriptures while also keeping pace with contemporary subjects.
The Modi government’s Ministry of Education, led by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, has played a pivotal role in the recognition of the Gurukul Vidyapeeth as a center for Vedic learning. This initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision of promoting the revival of traditional education systems in India. By officially recognizing the Gurukul as an institution that will teach all four Vedas, the Ministry has not only validated the Gurukul’s efforts but also provided a formal platform to spread Vedic knowledge across the country. The scholarship program, which provides annual financial aid of Rs 60,000 for 20 Brahmacharis and Rs 12,000 for 12 Brahmacharis, is in part a reflection of the government’s focus on ensuring that deserving students from diverse backgrounds can access quality education.
