India’s First Greenfield Deemed University HARI Launched by Heartfulness Under Government Approval

Launched under the vision of Daaji Shri Kamlesh D. Patel, Heartfulness Academy of Research and Innovation HARI begins with agriculture and horticulture degrees and will expand to engineering, architecture, philosophy, and more in alignment with NEP 2020.

A quiet but historic shift in India’s educational landscape begins this week, as the Heartfulness Organization formally launches the Heartfulness Academy of Research and Innovation (HARI) India’s first greenfield private university (deemed to be) approved by the Government of India.
Set within the broader vision of Daaji Shri Kamlesh D. Patel, the Heartfulness Guide and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, HARI is designed not just as a centre of learning, but as a transformative space where modern innovation intersects with India’s ancient wisdom, reflecting the principles laid out in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

A New Academic Blueprint
HARI begins its academic journey this year with the School of Agriculture, offering undergraduate programs in B.Sc. (Agriculture) and B.Sc. (Horticulture). These inaugural offerings point to a long-term commitment toward sustainability, food security, and scientific knowledge grounded in respect for nature.
In the following academic year, the university plans to expand to include the School of Engineering, School of Architecture, School of Management, School of Education, and School of Philosophy. Upcoming programs will include B.Tech, B.Arch, BBA, MBA, B.Ed, and M.A. (Philosophy) each structured to develop not just professional competence but moral clarity, spiritual depth, and social awareness.

Daaji, speaking at the launch, shared:
Our vision for HARI is to create a crucible where ancient Indian wisdom and modern innovation meet a university where students grow in intellect, in values, and in consciousness. True education must not merely inform; it must transform.
This philosophy shapes the very foundation of HARI. Rooted in the environment of Kanha Shanti Vanam, the university stands as a natural extension of the Heartfulness movement’s commitment to holistic living, now translated into structured academic and research pathways.

Built With Support and Foresight
The Heartfulness Organization extended its appreciation to both the Government of India and the Government of Telangana for their guidance and support in establishing HARI. The curriculum has also benefited from collaborations with scholars and advisors from some of India’s most respected institutions creating a strong blend of policy alignment, academic depth, and purpose-driven pedagogy.
Admissions for the inaugural programs are now open. As HARI welcomes its first batch of students, it also opens its doors to educators, researchers, and global partners looking to be part of a new chapter in Indian higher education one rooted in self-discovery, global relevance, and values-driven innovation.

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