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Shanti Kunj
Officially known as Shri Ved Mata
Gayatri Trust, Shantkunj is a place of religious discipline and
spiritual peace. The institute teaches and trains people on how to live
a joyous life and contribute towards social reconstruction. The branches
and sub-centres of the institution are not only spread across India but
throughout the world. Shantikunj also has the eminence of running free
schools and degree colleges in rural areas. The institution has been a
regular participant in a variety of relief works around the country. It
stands on the Rishikesh Road, at a distance of 6 km from Haridwar
Railway Station. Pilgrims come to Shantikunj to learn and practice
'Sanjeevani Vidya', the art of living.
The ancient system of Ayurveda takes
on a new meaning at Shantikunj. There are expert Ayurveda physicians who
provide free service to the incumbents. As a part of a research, there
are around 250 rare medicinal plants have been preserved. The spiritual
sanatorium of Shantikunj also offers practical guidance in order to
control and connect the body, the mind and the innerself. For visitors,
the research institute also organises nine-day spiritual training
sessions on how to bring about an assimilation between spiritual science
and day-to-day life.
To ease mentally disturbed people from
tension, Shantikunj also features a laboratory called Brahmvarchas. The
laboratory serves as an effective relief centre for mental patients. It
has a proven track record of getting people abandon intoxication, crimes
etc. The specific service is extended with a view to curb evil elements
of the society including dowry, superstition and illiteracy among
others. Shantikunj in Haridwar also has the privilege of being a member
of the Natural Calamity Solution Advisory Committee, as appointed by the
Indian government.
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