Preserving ancient linguistic heritage, classical literature, and humanistic ethics since 1977.
Prakrit Bharati Academy is a registered autonomous body devoted to reviving the pristine literary and cultural treasures of ancient India. Established on 21st February 1977, the Academy serves as a premier research center and publishing powerhouse.
Our primary mission encompasses the preservation of rare manuscripts, publishing critical editions in Prakrit, Sanskrit, Hindi, and English, and fostering interdisciplinary academic dialogues rooted in non-violence (Ahimsa), tolerance, and universal ethics.
Critical editions and scholarly treatises.
Housed in our reference library.
To be a globally recognized center of excellence in Prakrit language, Indology, and ancient philosophical studies, bridging timeless classical wisdom with modern contemporary thought to build a non-violent, compassionate world.
Distinguished patrons, office bearers, and directors steering Prakrit Bharati Academy's mission.
Founder and Chief Patron (Padma Bhushan)
Visionary founder of Prakrit Bharati Academy, former Chairman of SEBI, and founder of BMVSS (Jaipur Foot).
President
Eminent academic leader, researcher, and President of the Governing Body directing overall strategy.
Executive President
Senior administrator and scholar guiding academic research programs and canonical text studies.
Executive President
Distinguished patron supporting critical publication editions and institutional development.
Vice President
Veteran vice president overseeing community welfare initiatives and academy operations.
Vice President
Vice President steering digital archive preservation, modern outreach, and technology projects.
Vice President
Eminent scholar and vice president contributing to Prakrit literature and editorial oversight.
Secretary
Secretary managing executive operations, official correspondence, and academy affairs.
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary coordinating library reference archives and publication distribution.
Treasurer
Treasurer managing financial governance, audit compliance, and resource management.
Director
Director steering academic research programs, manuscript restoration, and seminars.
Established on 21st February 1977 as a registered autonomous research and publishing body.
Acquired over 5,000 rare palm-leaf and paper manuscripts for preservation.
Publications placed in top university libraries across UK, USA, Japan, and Singapore.
Launched online digital archives, e-commerce catalog, and vintage PDF book reader.
Manuscript Exchange Partner
Prakrit Research Exchange
Digital Conservation Project
Degree Accreditation
