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Our Purpose
In a world that glorifies independence, we walk a different path - one of interdependence. Families, elders, teachers, and children grow together in a space where learning, living, and spiritual practice are not separate, but flow in one harmonious rhythm. Giri Govardhan Teertha was founded to revive the honoring of cows and land, the dignity of spiritual elderhood, and the need for rooted, community-based living and learning.
Our purpose goes beyond education - it is to cultivate a self-sustained ecosystem where every stage of life holds meaning and guidance. We envision a future enriched with dedicated spaces for yoga, bhakti, healing, and sacred livelihood, with the hope to one day serve many more through a way of life that is both timeless and deeply relevant.
Our Core Values
Dharma Over Outcome
We act in alignment with divine principles, not material results.
Charitrya Nirman
The shaping of one’s inner character is the foundation of all learning.
Seva is Sacred
Every action - from teaching to farming - is an offering, not a transaction.
Spiritual Anchoring
Our life is centered around Krishna, guided by scripture, and inspired by acharyas.
Harmony with Nature
We live with - not over - the land, cows, and elements that sustain us.
Interdependence, Not Isolation
Our strength lies in togetherness.
Our Inner Compass
सर्वस्य चाहं हृदि सन्निविष्टो
मत्त: स्मृतिर्ज्ञानमपोहनं च
वेदैश्च सर्वैरहमेव वेद्यो
वेदान्तकृद्वेदविदेव चाहम् ॥ १५
Lord Krishna in Bhagavad Gita 15.15
Our Holy Source of Inspiration
Radhanath Swami
Real self-confidence is not based on our achievements or our successes in this world but it is based on the fulfillment of who we are, what our purpose is, and what we represent to ourselves, to our families, and to the world around us. If a person has such self-confidence, then he can generate faith and confidence in others.
Our Team
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Ronald Richards
However rare side effects observed among children can be metabolic acidosis, coma, respiratory depre
Our Vision & Mission
Our Vision
"Our goal is to be an instrument to contribute towards creating an environment that instills a culture of love and care. Based on the teachings of our sacred Bharatiya scriptures.
Our Mission
"We strive to build all the necessary facilities related to education, spirituality and sustainability, To create an environment of love and care.
Our Inspirations
Rooted in their vision
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His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Founder Acharya of International Society For Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).
His Holiness Radhanath Swami Maharaj - ISKCON
World’s Most Beloved and Respected Spiritual Teacher. Founder of Govardhan Eco Village (GEV) - United Nations WTO-awarded Eco-community.
His Holiness R.P. Bhakti Raghava Swami Maharaj - ISKCON
In ISKCON, He Is The Main Force Behind Global Varnashrama Educational, Social and Cultural Organization. Authored Several Books on ‘Varnasrama’.
Dr. Vamanrao Abhyankar Guruji
Founder of Panchakosh Based Gurukul - Dnyan Probodhini Nigdi Branch, Educationist & Author.
Our Well Wishers & Guides
Uplifted by Their Blessings
His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Founder Acharya of International Society For Krishna Consciousness
ISKON
His Holiness Radhanath Swami Maharaj
World’s most beloved and respected spiritual teachers.
Founder of Govardhan Eco Village (GEV) - United Nations WTO-awarded eco-community.
ISKON
His Holiness R.P. Bhakti Raghava Swami Maharaj
In ISKCON he is the main force behind Global Varnashrama educational, social and cultural organisation. Authored several books on ‘Varnasrama’.
ISKON
Dr. Vamanrao Abhyankar Guruji
Founder of Panchakosh based Gurukul - Dnyan Probodhini Nigdi Branch, Educationist & Author
Giri Govardhan teertha
Giri Govardhan Teertha (GGT) Team Members
Shri Sachin Subhash Patil
GGT - Founder, Leadership Council, Vision, Design, Philosphy.
Shri Ramananda Borse
GGT - Founding Member, Varnashram Community Building.
Shri Sachin Mandlik
GGT-Project Execution & Coordination.
Smt Priti Sachin Mandlik
GGT-Trustee, Public Relations.
Shri Shailesh Badgujar
Community Enterprise Coordinator.
Shri Nitin Shinde
GGT - Community Coordinator.
Govardhan Aashray
Govardhan Aashray / Gurukul Section - Age group 7 and above
Shri Swapnil Khire
Gurukul Leading Council, Management, Scriptural Studies, GGT Coordinator.
Smt. Monika Swapnil Khire
Mathematics, Gurukul Operations & Communication, GGT Trustee.
Smt. Padmaja Sachin Patil
Art & Craft, Creative Learning Activities, GGT Trustee.
Smt. Shruti Yograj Vaidya
English, Acting, Storytelling, GGT Trustee.
Smt. Arnika Sachin Gambare
Samskrit, Vyakaran, Chanda Shastra.
Smt. Renuka Samir Khire
Samskrit, Vyakaran, Kanthasthikaran.
Ms. Vaishnavi Patil
Asst Samskrit, Writing, Festival Management.
Govardhan Aashray / Gurukul / Music Section
Shri Vijaykumar Shivane
Music Section - Vocal.
Shri Amol Raut
Music Section
Instrument - Tabla.
Ms. Yamini
Music Section
Dance - Bharatnatyam.
Govardhan Aashray / Gurukul / Special Coaching Section
Shri Radhika Vallabh Das
Samskrit Vyakaran & Chanda Shastra.
Govardhan Aashray / Baalvihar Section (Preschool) - Age group 4 to 6
Smt. Priyanka Nagendram Sriram
Baalvihar - Operations & Planning, Early Child Care & Learning, Stitching(Gurukul).
Smt. Venu Sudarshan Mhalas
Baalvihar - Games & Activities Planning, Early Child Care & Learning.
Smt. Ashwini Pravin Kalyani
Baalvihar - Early Child care, Service Coordinator.
Operation & Services
Govardhan Aashray / Kitchen Section
Smt. Krishna Sunil Nakum
Kitchen Management & Coordinator, Diet Planning as Per Ayurveda.
Smt Manisha Jitendra Mahajan
Kitchen-In-Charge & Operations.
Govardhan Aashray / Media Services
Shri. Sunil Nakum
Media Services-In-Charge & Coordinator, Creative Content.
Shri Shreyas
Media Service Operations, Video Editing & Creatives.
Govardhan Aashray / Administration & Finances
Smt. Smita Samir Kale
Overall Administration & Finances-In- Charge, GGT Trustee.
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