About Us
For 25 years, Samskriti Foundation, Mysore has researched and revived Bhārat’s cultural and scientific heritage. Founded in 1999 by Prof. M. A. Lakshmithathachar, it blends ancient Indian knowledge systems with modern research methods across philosophy, Ayurveda, astronomy, classical arts, linguistics, and more. By reading Sanskrit and regional-language texts through both a traditional and a contemporary scientific lens, the foundation continues to uncover insights that speak directly to today’s questions in health, sustainability, and ethical living — proving that Bhārat’s ancient wisdom still has much to offer the modern world.
What we do:
- Research — Mining Sanskrit and regional-language texts for insights on aeronautics, Ayurveda, music, linguistics, and ancient sciences
- Education — Courses for Indian and international students on spirituality, Indian philosophy, traditional agriculture, animal husbandry, astronomy, and astrology
- Collaboration — Partnering with leading research institutes to apply ancient Indian wisdom to metallurgy, chemistry, food processing, and aviation
Vision
Help every human being live a morally and spiritually fulfilling life in harmony with nature.
Protect and preserve India’s cultural heritage for future generations.
Mission
Revive ancient Indian knowledge systems and demonstrate their relevance to the modern world.
Re-establish, propagate, and uphold moral and spiritual values in human life.
Brief Facts:
Established in 1999 in Mysore as a public trust, open to everyone.
Active in research, education, and cultural work since 1999.
Focused on the relevance of Indian knowledge systems to science and technology today.
Backed by scholars and leaders across administration, law, education, and culture.
Recognitions / Legal Aspects:
Income Tax Dept., Govt. of India — Tax exemption under Sections 12A and 80G
Ministry of Home Affairs — Recognized research organization, eligible for foreign funding under FCRA.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs — Approved to receive CSR funding.
Aims & Objectives
Build intellectual and spiritual awareness to live in harmony with nature
Educate within a framework of righteousness and restraint
Inspire a new generation that values ethics and spirituality
Bring humans, animals, and the earth into balance.
Advance science and technology sustainably, without harming ecology or values.
Shape sustainable growth policies rooted in the wisdom of India’s sages.
Show that science and spirituality can progress together.
Extract wisdom from scriptures and ancient texts for modern physical and spiritual wellbeing
Preserve India’s cultural heritage for posterity.
Build institutions that carry forward the ideals of India’s ancient sages
