about
Institution
Sharadapeeth University
VISION
To be a luminous center of intellectual awakening leading to human transformation and vibrant planet
MISSION
1. Reviving and advancing Sharada knowledge traditions through study, preservation, and contemporary interpretation of philosophical, spiritual, cultural, and historical heritage.
2. Fostering interdisciplinary education and research that bridges classical wisdom with modern disciplines such as neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, ethics, ecology, and technology.
3. Nurturing thoughtful, ethical, and socially responsible leaders who combine intellectual depth with compassion, clarity, and a commitment to public good.
4. Preserving and promoting the heritage of Kashmir and Sharada Peeth as a vital part of India’s civilizational memory and a source of enduring intellectual inspiration.
5. Building a globally engaged academic community that encourages dialogue across traditions, disciplines, and cultures while remaining rooted in the highest ideals of learning and inquiry.
The Legacy of Sharadapeeth
Sharadapeeth is remembered as one of the great ancient centers of learning, scholarship, and spiritual inquiry. Associated with a rich tradition of philosophy, knowledge systems, and cultural exchange, its legacy continues to inspire the revival of an education model that unites intellectual rigor with inner development. Our work draws strength from this historic inheritance and seeks to reimagine its spirit for the present age.

Sharadapeeth University will build a new knowledge ecosystem based on:

First-in the-Nation
1. Focus the training program by integrating language, cultural and spiritual practices emerging from Kashmir and key regions of Bharat
2. Start a new degree and certificate program on Spiritual Sciences with global application
3. Train students towards developing all five senses (beyond vision & hearing)
4. Value based education: new courses on ethics, gratitude, humility, respect, integrity, compassion, orders, decorations, medals of India
5. Start a new lecture series: Guardians of the Nation inviting farmers, soldiers, nurses, highlighting their challenges and contribution
Best-in-the-Nation
1. Establish a strong foot print of Cognitive Sciences and Human Consciousness
2. Start joint courses industry oriented with Foreign Universities
3. Include Foreign Faculty (Adjunct, online) and bring in Foreign students
4. Start Flexible Credit System - Students fill in their own basket of courses across various Schools and a wide range of electives
5. Start a mandatory Personality Development Centre where students are trained in communication, national pride and ethics
6. Make education problem-based and skill based
7. Start a module for Life-long-learning for alumni
8. Delivering best practices through hybrid mode (online and offline) of teaching
Leadership
Our leadership and advisory board bring together founders, scholars, scientists, educators, and spiritual leaders united by a shared commitment to this vision. Their diverse expertise helps shape the institution's academic direction, cultural foundation, and long-term growth with integrity, wisdom, and purpose.
Founders
  1. Prof. Pawan K Dhar Former Dean, School of Biotechnology, JNU, New Delhi
  1. Prof. Rakesh K .Thusoo, Sri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Jammu, J&K



Management Board
  1. Prof. Anil Kaul, Vice Chancellor, Malla Reddy University, Hyderabad
  1. Padma Shri Prof. Sudhir Sopory, Former Vice Chancellor, JNU, New Delhi
  1. Padma Shri, Prof. Ramesh NK Bamezai, Former Vice Chancellor, SMVDU Jammu and Former Dean, School of Life Sciences, JNU, New Delhi
  1. Prof. Bhupinder Zutshi, Former Registrar, JNU, New Delhi
  1. Prof. Shonaleeka Kaul, SSS, JNU
Overseas Advisory Panel
  1. Padma Shri Prof. Subash Kak
    Regents Professor of Computer Science Department at Oklahoma State University–Stillwater
    Member of the Indian Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC)
  1. Sh. Arvind Tiku
    Founder, AT capital group, Singapore
  1. Prof. Sunil Wattal
    Associate Dean for Research and Doctoral Programs, Temple University, Carnegie Mellon University
Contact
sharadapeeth@zohomail.in