Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute

Over a century ago, Swami Vivekananda, recognized as the prophet of modern India and a proponent of Vedanta in the West, emphatically underscored the need to transform education. He advocated moving beyond the confines of a mere book-learning and information-collecting exercise to embrace a holistic approach focused on shaping individuals and building character through the assimilation of life-giving ideas. Swami Vivekananda envisioned an effective education system by blending the best elements of ancient spiritual traditions from the East with the modern scientific traditions of the West.

In his relatively short yet intensely active life, Swami Vivekananda (Swamiji) planted the seeds for future development in this regard. He fostered a culture of education within the newly-established Ramakrishna Math, actively supported educational initiatives, and served as an inspiration for others. Notably, his influence reached Jamshedji Tata, who, inspired by Swamiji's vision, went on to establish the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore.

The Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI) stands as a humble initiative initiated by the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission. This worldwide spiritual humanitarian organization, founded by Swamiji, is committed to implementing his visionary approach to education more comprehensively.