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People from all over the world
come to India for spiritual or
cultural tourism
Varanasi, Vaishno Devi, Haridwar, Tirupati Balaji,
Jagannath Puri, Rameshwaram, Golden Temple,
Bodh Gaya, St. Xavier’s Church of Old Goa, Ajmer
Sharif, Nizamuddin, Braj-Vrindavan are some
sought after destinations
While most destinations are shrine-centric,
Braj Bhoomi spreads across 5000 sq km and
has a lot to offer
50 million tourists come to Braj annually
Taj Mahal receives merely 6 million tourists a year
Braj is the land of Lord Krishna,
propounder of world famous Srimad
Bhagvad Gita
Despite this Braj is grossly
neglected …
… it needs facelift to become
a world class
tourism destination
Historic efforts to restore
Heritage sites in Braj
by
The Braj Foundation
New Delhi Vrindavan Lucknow Jaipur
www.brajfoundation.org
Brahma Kund, Vrindavan
Had become garbage dumping ground for 200 years
Brahma Kund, Vrindavan
after restoration
“It is a tribute to what can
be done with people’s
participation. An excellent
initiative, it would be our
effort to support it in all
possible manner.”
Chief Secretary
Govt. of UP
“I had the opportunity to
see the restoration of a
heritage site (Brahm Kund)
done by The Braj
Foundation. It is a
commendable work done
with great sensitivity”
Secretary
Planning Commission of India
Where is Braj?
 Located some 115 Kms from
Delhi on the Delhi – Agra
national highway
 The entire region lies well within
the Golden triangle of Delhi –
Jaipur – Agra
 Spans across the Mathura district
of UP, Bharatpur district of
Rajasthan and Palwal district of
Haryana Raj.
Haryana UP
How big is Braj ?
 Covers an expanse of 5000 sq. Km centering
around Vrindavan
 Comprises of over 1300 villages
 Over 1000 traditional water bodies (Kunds)
 137 sacred forests (Van)
 18000 acres of Hilly terrain with numerous
sacred heritage sites
Major tourism centers of Braj
 Mathura
 Vrindavan
 Gokul-Mahavan
 Baldeo
 Barsana
 Nandgaon
 Goverdhan
Deeg
Kaman
Hodal etc.
Braj’s Key Assets
Kunds
Forests
Heritages
Hills
Unique Rural society
Land of vibrant cultural traditions
and festivals
The villages of Braj are
replete with
innumerable festivals
showcasing the rich
culture and tradition of
the region round the
year.
These festivals should
be made the basis of all
tourism activities in the
region.
The Braj Foundation
has an extensive
documentation of these
festivals literary, video
recordings and other
formats.
HOLI
NAUKA UTSAV
RADHA ASHTAMI CHHAPAN BHOG
Over 6000 magnificent temples and holy
shrines associated with Sri Radha
Krishna
Braj had 137 transcendental Groves
Darshan Van, Badhauta Gahvarvan, Barsana
Belvan
Bhandir Van
All these groves are associated
with the numerous leelas of
Sri Radha & Krishna
Brahma Hill, Barsana
The Majestic Landscapes of Braj
Heritage Sites spread all over the
hills of Braj
Ashtasakhi Hills, Barsana
The splashing beauty of Braj
Radha Baoli, Vrindavan
Patit Pavan Kund, Gokul
Chandra Sarovar,
Goverdhan
Kishori Kund, Bijwari
Braj – the Cultural Capital of India
All forms of
Indian music,
literature,
arts - dances,
architecture,
cuisine, crafts,
theatre and other
aspects of culture
have distinct
influence of Braj.
Mohini AttamOdissi
Manipuri Kathakali
KuchipudiKathak
Kalamkari
Tanjore
Pata Chitra Miniature
All the sacred hills mentioned in
Indian scriptures are situated in Braj
Gangotri, BadrinathGandhmadan Parvat
Nar ParvatGoverdhan Hill
All these hills are connected to one
or the other pastimes of Krishna
GangotriYamunotri
BadrinathKedarnath
All the pilgrim centers of India have
their prototype in Braj
Fisalini Shila Saugandhini Shila
Bhojan Thali,
Leela sthalies on hills of Braj
Picturesque ghats of river
Yamuna
Keshi Ghat, Vrindavan
Vishram Ghat, Mathura
Numerous leelas were preformed
at the banks of Yamuna
Unfortunately
this vast heritage is lying
neglected, widely ignored and is
nearing extinction
Hills were being blasted out
The Times of India, New Delhi
Friday, February 4, 2005
Rajsthan Patrika
Alawar 2 April, 2005
Plight of Ancient Kunds
Out of over 1000 only 20% have survived
Lalita Madhav Kund, LodholiNayan Sarovar, Kaaman
Subhadra Kund
Brahma Kund, Vrindavan had been encroached
Sordid condition of Rudra Kund Dilapidated Jalmahal, Barsana
Poor state of Braj groves
Only 3 of 137 have survived
Gutter gushing out in Yamuna
Ancient Ghats encroached upon
Sewage all around banks
Drains flowing out in the river
The sordid state of Yamuna
10 million times more polluted than it’s tolerance limit
Devotees spend crores of rupees in
temples.
But they ignore the fact that the
transcendental pastimes of the
Divine Couple Sri Radha Krishna
were not performed in the
famous temples, posh ashrams or
guest houses of
Braj-Vrindavan
They were rather performed
 in the Forests
 on the banks of river Yamuna
 at the numerous Kunds
 on the holy hills
Hills & Groves are the
real temples of Braj
na: purao janapda na ga`amaa gaRhavayama
ina%yaM vanaaOksatat vanaSaOlainavaaisana:
EaImadBaagavat 10.24.24
“The cities, the cultured
lands nor the villages their
houses are ours, we are the
forest people dear father,
we always live in the forests
and on the hills”.
Krishna to Nand Baba
Krishna - the primordial
environmentalist
Eating Mud - Earth Punishing Kaliya - Water Drinking forest fire - Fire
Killing Trinavarta - Air Killing Vyomasur - Space
Devotees of Krishna should follow
His footsteps and restore the
environment and cultural heritage
of Braj.
So, what is
the way out
 Restoration of over 1000 Kunds,
 Revival of 137 forests,
 Protection and forestation of hills,
 Dredging & restoration of river Yamuna,
 Conservation of heritage buildings
 Promotion of organic farming
 Development of tourist infrastructure
An all round development of
Braj comprising of :
The Braj Foundation
Heritage, Community, Environment
Vision: To restore the
pristine glory and
grandeur of Braj as a
model rural society
Founders
Mr. Alfred Ford
Director
Ford Motor Foundation
Detroit, USA
Mr. Suresh Neotia
Chairman,
Gujarat Ambuja Cement,
Kolkata
Mr. Hrishikesh Mafatlal
CEO,
Arvind Mafatlal Group,
Mumbai
Mr. Kamal Morarka
Chairman, Gannon Dunkerley & Co.
Mumbai &
Ex Minister PM Office
Mr. Vineet Narain
Sr. Journalist
www.vineetnarain.net
Chairman, Vineet Narain, (www.vineetnarain.net), New Delhi – Vrindavan
Exe. Dir. (Tourism), Sanat Kaul, IAS (1971), Ex-CMD, Delhi Tourism Dev. Corp.
Exe. Dir. (HRD), Abhijit Gupta, B.Tech (IIT), M.Tech (USA), MD, Case New Holland
Const. Equip. India Ltd. Indore
Exe. Dir. (Corp. Affairs), Rajat Jain, IIT (D), IIM (A), MD Xerox India Ltd.
Exe. Dir. (Legal & Admin. Affairs), Rajneesh Kapur, New Delhi
Project Director, R K Gautam, B Tech. Civil, Vrindavan
Project Manager, Bipin Vyas & Bhupender Mathuria, Vrindavan
Project Coordinator, Gaurav K Gola, B. Sc. (Hons), MBA, New Delhi – Vrindavan
Architect, Shalini Dasgupta, M. Arch. (SPA), New Delhi
Landscape Designer, Shyam Singh, M. Arch. (SPA), Horticulturist
Executive Team
The Developmental Model
An all round integrated development of Braj comprising of :
Strategic Partnerships
Accomplishments so far….
1.Restoration of 46 Ancient Water Bodies in
different stages
2.Revival of 2 Groves, work on 4 more in progress
3.Protection of Hills & Regeneration of Green Cover
4.Master planning of Braj for UP Govt.
5.Restoration of 3 heritage buildings
6.Audio-visual documentation of Braj culture
7. Drinking water supply projects in some villages
8. Exhaustive scientific survey of Braj region
9. World-wide awareness campaign about the
plight of Braj
10.Nine grand Braj Mahotsavs in different parts of
the country
11.Special legislations for Braj protection
Kund restoration
The Braj Foundation wins 2nd time the
best NGO award supported by UNESCO
for revival of water bodies
Distinguished Water NGO 2012-13Best Water NGO 2012-13
Best Water NGO 2010-11
The Braj Foundation’s
Kund Restoration Process
 Mobilizing the local community
 Necessary permission & go-ahead from District
Administration
 Survey of the Kund site
 Preparation of detailed restoration plan
 Pumping out the dirty water, if any
 De-silting of the Kund
 Repair/ construction of side walls, ghats
 Plantation
 Beautification
Professional Planning Approach
Step 1: Listing of Sites
Step 2: Satellite Imagery Analysis
Step 3: Revenue Map Analysis
Step 4: Physical Land Survey Step 5: Hydrological Plan
Step 6: Architectural Plans
Kunds of Braj are plotted on satellite map
by The Braj Foundation
More than 46 Kunds in different
stages of restoration
 Gomti Ganga, Kosi
 Pawan Sarovar, Nandgaon
 Vrishbhanu Kund, Barsana
 Dohini Kund, Chiksauli
 Sangam Kund, Khayara
 Vihval Kund, Sanket
 Nayan Sarovar, Seu
 Chandrasarovar, Chaumuha
 Kamdev Kund, Hatana
 Padma Kund, Kumudvan
 Gaya Kund, Kaman
 Roop Kund, Barsana
 Jai Kund, Jait
 Mohan Kund, Vanchari
 Gadbadri Kund
 Vimal Kund, Kaman
 Madhuvan Kund
 Lohvan Kund, Lohvan
 2 Kunds at Kamai
 Ratna Kund, Dabhaala
 Garud Govind Kund,
Chhatikara
 Radha Sarovar, Manpur
 Mansa Kund, Pasauli
 Govind Kund, Vrindavan
 Madhuri Kund
 Brahm Kund, Chaumuha
 Vihar Kund, Chiksauli
 Brahm Kund, Vrindavan
 Ratnakar Kund, Kosi
 Ramtal, Sunrakh
 Rudra Kund, Jatipura
 Jawahar Kund, Sakitara
 Suraj Kund, Julhendi ………
Gomati Ganga, Kosi
Financial support by Dr. Ramjilal Shastri & citizens of Kosi
Before
After
Total Expenditure Incurred: Rs 40 lakhs
Proposed plan of Gomti Ganga
Shiv Taal, Mathura
During restoration
After restoration
Radha Sarovar, Barsana
Restoration work at Mohan Kund
Vanchari (Hodal, Haryana)
Restoration work at Roop Kund,
Barsana
Anjani Kund, Bhulvana,
Haryana
Before
After
Jalmahal,Vrishbhanu Kund,
Barsana Before restoration
Vrishbhanu Kund, Barsana
Before
Financial support by
Shri Rajeev Shukla, Shri B P Singhal, Shri Balbir Punj (Members of Rajya Sabha)
& Mafatlal family,
After
Total Expenditure incurred: Rs 35 lakhs
Organizing Festivals at restored
Kund sites
Barsana Mahotsava 2006 Barsana Mahotsava 2007
Sharad Mahotsava 2006 Barsana Mahotsava 2007
Before
Desilting: 2,360 cum
Govind Kund,
Vrindavan
After
Jai Kund, Jait
Before restoration
During restoration
Desilting: 25,500 cum
Jai Kund, Jait
After de-silting
Proposed plan for Jai Kund
Dohini Kund, Chiksoli
Financial support
Shri Kamal Morarka, Ex Minister PMO
Before
After Restoration
Dohini Kund, Chiksoli
Developed with the financial support
of Govt. of India
Brahma Kund, Vrindavan
Before
Had become garbage dumping ground for 200 years
After restoration
Financial support
Shri Ajay Piramal, Mumbai
This Kund was turned
into a field
Chandra Sarovar, Chaumuha (NH-2)
Lord Brahma, appeared before Krishna and begged forgiveness
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Chandra Sarovar restoration
work in progress
Development plan of Chandra Sarovar
Proposed bird eye view of Chandra
Sarovar
Krishna Sarovar, Baad (NH-2)
Lord Krishna bathed here with Balarama after killing Dhenukasur
and took rest under the banyan tree
This Kund was turned into a field
Krishna Sarovar restoration
work in progress
Development plan of Krishna Sarovar
Proposed bird eye view of Krishna Sarovar
Rudra Kund, Jatipura (Goverdhan)
Before
Work in progress
Restoration work in progress
Encroachments of Rudra Kund being removed
Restoration work in progress
Foundation stone of Rudra Kund being laid
Rudra Kund development plan
Development plan of Rudra Kund
Shadow of Rudra Yantra in kund water
Work in progress
De-silting in progress
Demolition of
unauthorised
constructions
at Rudra Kund
De-Watering
of stagnant
dirty water in
the Rudra
Kund
Historic well un-earthed after de-silting and the
same is being restored
De-silting at the Rudra Kund in full swing
Wall repair work
Marking for the construction of ghats
Construction of Ghats
Construction of Ghats at Rudra Kund
Construction of
nallah for
diversion of drain
water of Jatipura
village
Constructi
on of Ghats
at Rudra
Kund
Fixing of
Chain Link
fencing at
Rudra Kund
Construction
of Ghats at
Rudra Kund
Sankarshan Kund, Anyor, Goverdhan
Plight of the site
Inauguration of the Restoration
Temporary tank for collection
of village dirty water at the
corner of the kund
Diversion of village’s dirty water drain falling into
the kund
Chairman TBF, inspecting work
progress in Feb 2013
4 Kms long Kachcha Drain to carry out dirty water
of the kund
Sankarshan Kund, Anyor, Goverdhan
de-watering work in progress
Earth movers in action removing muddy silt
Thick layer of plastic (non
disposable waste) at the
base of kund
De-silting work in progress
Foundation’s JCBs submerged 7 times in the
muddy bed. Heavy Duty Cranes were pressed
into action to pull them out
De-silting in progress
Media person and village leaders discussing the
encroachment issue in May 2013
Sankarshan Kund, Anyor,
Goverdhan
marking work in progress
Sankarshan Kund, Anyor,
Goverdhan
masonry work in progress
Kund’s Toe Wall construction work in progress
Work in progress
Villagers discussing the problem of
encroachment with the Chairman of
The Braj Foundation
7’x 5’ size Chain Link
Fencing Frames (286)
are being installed at
the boundary wall of the
kund to protect and
beautify the Kunds
Heavy rains
hamper the
work
Construction of Ghats
Sankarshan Kund taking shape
Another view of the kund
Proposed Development Plan
15 Meter wide public Ghat
Kund parapet wall section design
Fencing desin
Rain water harvesting design
Proposed Development Plan of
Sankarshan Kund
Proposed Development Plan of
Sankarshan Kund
Airavat Kund, Goverdhan
Foundation’s earthmovers removing siltBefore de-silting
Collecting garbage Splashing water after de-silting
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Inauguration
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Restoration
work in
progress
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Restoration work in progress
Yashoda Kund, Nandgaon
Restoration
work in
progress
Architectural Drawing
Architecture & landscape drawing
Kund area = 4191.87 Sqm
Plantation area = 7838.00
Sqm
Parikamapath = 442.00 Sqm
Ram Taal, Sunrakh (Vrindavan)
Before De- silting During De- silting
2700 years old Kund emerges after digging
Shri Kamal Morarka, the donor
inspecting de-silting work
Ancient wall excavated Mediapersons visiting the site
Ram Taal, Vrindavan After De-silting
Rain water being filled
from catchment area
Foundation’s equipments in action
Donated by Mr. Kamal Morarka
Historic surveys done of
Braj region
Survey of over 2000 acres of
heritage sites completed, and
detailed technical survey of
over 400 ancient water bodies
completed, more ongoing.
The Braj Foundation is working for the
Restoration of groves
Survey of Groves
 The survey of the 48
prominent groves of Braj
has been completed by
The Braj Foundation
 The survey of remaining
89 groves of Braj is
being done by the
foundation.
 A task no official agency
has ever undertaken
Darshan Van
The Braj Foundation
has identified and
located all the 137
sacred groves of 4
different categories in
Braj
Gahvarvan, Barsana
Before restoration
This has been the
condition of
protected forest of
UP Govt. before its
restoration
During restoration
Gahvarvan, Barsana
During restoration
Gahvarvan, Barsana
Pathway being laid
After restoration with the financial support of Indian Oil Corporation
Gahvarvan after revival
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Gahvarvan after revival
Leela Dioramas in Gahvarvan
Restoration of Seva Kunj
Before restoration
During restoration
Restoration of Parikrama Path, Seva Kunj
VrindavanBefore restoration
During restoration
After restoration
Before restoration
During restoration
Restoration of Lalita Kund, Seva Kunj
After restoration
Restoration of Lalita Kund water fall, Seva Kunj
Before restoration
During
restoration
After restoration
Restoration of Lalita Kund Chatri
Before restoration
After restoration
Restoration of Seva Kunj, Vrindavan
Middle path before restoration
After restoration
Restoration of Seva Kunj
Mr. Ajay Piramal, Chairman Piramal
Group looking at Seva Kunj
restoration work
Exterior of the boundary wall being face lifted
Proposed plan of restoration
Proposed bird eye view of Sevakunj
Heritage Buildings of Braj
Innumerable heritage buildings of Braj are in a
dilapidated condition and on the brink of
destruction due to decades of neglect and
blatant land grabbing. The Braj Foundation is
working towards systematically surveying,
documenting and restoring these structures.
Jal Mahal at Vrishbhanu Kund,
Barsana Restoration
Successfully restored Koile Ghat of
Yamuna from where Vasudev ji on the
night of Janmashtami took infant
Krishna across Yamuna to Gokul.
Yamuna started rising to touch the feet
of Krishna. Vasudev ji screamed for
help “Koi Le – Koi Le”. Someone hold
my child. Hence the ghat is known as
Koile Ghat. It was neglected for
centuries.
Koile Ghat of Yamuna
Restoration of Koile Ghat, Mathura
Inaugurated on 29th Sept 2009
by Mrs. Ranjana Kumar,
Member, CVC of India
The Braj Foundation’ crusade against
illegal mining in the heritage hills of Braj
The Braj Foundation got done the
satellite study of the entire Braj region
by experts of IIT Roorkee & NRSA
Hyderabad.
Mass mobilization of Brajwasis to
save Braj Hills
After a prolonged
struggle of five years,
Braj Foundation finally
succeeded in getting the
72 sq Km area of Braj
hills declared as protected
forest by the Rajasthan
Govt.
Hills of Braj got declared as
reserve forests
Satellite mapping of the heritage sites
situated on the Hills of Braj
Ratnagiri Hill Restoration
financial support by UNDP
The Costs Involved
The estimated cost for
the development of 1
acre of hilly terrain
into a green pasture
comes out to be
around Rs 1,00,000
Economics of Hill Restoration
 The foundation’s study reveals
that the hills of Braj have a
sloping area of around 72 sq.
kms which translates into 17,800
acres.
 At an average cost of Rs 1Lakh
per acre these hills can be
developed into pasture lands
 With an investment of Rs 180
crores, out of which the majority
of the amount would be spent on
human labor, the fodder worth 19
crore will be produced annually
Braj Foundation in association with Illinois
University (USA) did an exhaustive study of
Goverdhan hill and is now pursuing the
UNESCO to declare it as World Heritage
Site.
Goverdhan development
Traffic Management
Vision:
To develop a corridor by optimising connectivity
(pedestrian and vehicular) capitalising on
transportation/mobility options and rationalising
parking with the high load of pilgrims on festival
days.
Problem identification:
• Vehicular road over giriraj ji not justified
• heavy congestion of traffic
• Same road for parikrama and vehicular movement
leading to chaos and accidents.
• Lack of designated parking facilities
• Air pollution
• noise and environmental hazards.
Planning strategies:
• Designated parking facilities on major roads leading
to giriraj ji.
• Develop a peripheral rail network around giriraj ji.
• Reducing vehicular load on parikrama path.
• Realignment of road network so that there is no
vehicular movement over giriraj ji.
• Defined parikrama path with civic facilities.
Road re-alignment
VEHICULAR ROAD
PARIKRAMA PATH
PROPOSED
CONNECTING ROAD
Parikrama Path
Present Condition
Proposed
Charanamrit Kund
Open Drain Near Charanamrit Kund
Developmental Plan
Section
Present Condition
Proposed development plan of Charanamrit Kund
Tackling the drinking water crisis in Braj
85 % of the ground water in Braj is saline. Unfortunately
the salinity starts from the upper layer of water table
TBF’s Drinking water supply Project
Chiksauli & Manpur villages (Barsana)
Financial support by IOCL & OIDB
Villagers enjoying the safe drinking water
after 60 years of independence
Creating world-wide awareness
about Braj Culture
A presentation to the Chief Election Commissioner of India,
Chief Vigilance Commissioner, Secretary General Rajya Sabha & other senior
officials at New Delhi
Organizing cultural evenings showcasing
the Braj Culture
Successfully organized
Nine high profile Braj
Mahotsavs across India
for building awareness
and promoting culture
of Braj.
Braj Maahotsav
Braj Maahotsav
H.E. Mr. Narsimhan,
Governor of Andhra Pradesh
inaugurating
Braj Mahotsav, Hyderabad -2011
Folk Artists from Braj performing
Raas Lila in Braj Mahotsav
Hyderabad -2011
Braj Maahotsav
Folk Artists from Braj
performing Flower Holi Lila
Braj Mahotsav (Hyderabad -2011)
Kawwals performing Krishna Bhajans
composed by Muslim devotees,
Braj Mahotsav (Hyderabad -2011)
Braj Mahotsavs
Presentation to Cabinet Ministers
Mr. Kapil Sibal Mrs. Ambika Soni
Mr. C. P. Joshi Mr. Salman Khurshid
Presentation to Political leaders
Mr. Narendra Modi Mrs. Sushma Swaraj
Mr. L K Advani & others Mr. Rajnath Singh & others
Meeting with C.M. Akhilesh Yadav U.P.
Foreign diplomats watching PPT in TBF’s office
Mr. S. Shimamori, Cultural Attaché of
Japan
Dr. Benedictt Alliott, Cultural Attaché of
France
Ms. Vyantimala, Deputy Head of Mission,
Republic of Surinam
Mr. Carl G Svensson, Counsellor (Head),
Development Coorperation Section,
Embassy of Sweden
A presentation at Raj Bhawan, Bangalore
Mobilizing the local community
Prabhat pheris have started off in
over 780 villages out of 1300. The
remaining villages are being
covered.
Volunteers of
the foundation
managing
public events.
Produced several films and serials depicting
Braj culture by training rural youth.
These programmes have been aired on DD I & other channels
Master Planning of Braj
TBF is now inspiring the
governments of Haryana
& Rajasthan for the
same.
To conserve precious
heritage & ensure
planned development,
TBF inspired UP Govt. to
prepare a Master Plan
for Braj in 2008.
TBF prepares
Tourism Master Plan of Braj
Approved by the Govt. of
UP, deeply appreciated
by Secretary Planning
Commission of India &
other top experts of the
country
UP Govt. has started
implementing TBF’s
recommendations for
the Rs. 2000 Cr
Master Plan!
Integrated Development of Braj
The Braj Foundation’s Delhi office
C-6/28 SDA, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
Tel: (011)-26566800 & 26519080
The Braj Foundation’s Vrindavan Office
303, Keshav Kunj, Raman Reti, Vrindavan-281124
Tel: (0565)-2540084 & 9927337111
Braj Foundation’s workshop at Vrindavan
Sri Ramesh Baba ji
of Gahvarvan, Barsana
the most beloved
saint of Brajwasis,
who never leaves Braj,
accepts no disciples,
shuns opulence &
composes and sings
classical & folk bhajans
Our Inspiration
How can you support us?
Please forward our website
www.brajfoundation.org
to all those who may appreciate our work.
Please donate generously through
cheque/DD in favor of
The Braj Foundation
payable at New Delhi.
Please write to us if you would like to volunteer
your time or skills for the Braj cause at
The Braj Foundation
C 6/28, Safdarjung Development Area
Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016
Ph: 011- 26566800,
Email: info@brajfoundation.org
Website: www.brajfoundation.org
Thanks for your kind attention
www.brajfoundation.org

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Shri Krsna

  • 1. People from all over the world come to India for spiritual or cultural tourism Varanasi, Vaishno Devi, Haridwar, Tirupati Balaji, Jagannath Puri, Rameshwaram, Golden Temple, Bodh Gaya, St. Xavier’s Church of Old Goa, Ajmer Sharif, Nizamuddin, Braj-Vrindavan are some sought after destinations While most destinations are shrine-centric, Braj Bhoomi spreads across 5000 sq km and has a lot to offer
  • 2. 50 million tourists come to Braj annually Taj Mahal receives merely 6 million tourists a year
  • 3. Braj is the land of Lord Krishna, propounder of world famous Srimad Bhagvad Gita
  • 4. Despite this Braj is grossly neglected … … it needs facelift to become a world class tourism destination
  • 5. Historic efforts to restore Heritage sites in Braj by The Braj Foundation New Delhi Vrindavan Lucknow Jaipur www.brajfoundation.org
  • 6. Brahma Kund, Vrindavan Had become garbage dumping ground for 200 years
  • 8. “It is a tribute to what can be done with people’s participation. An excellent initiative, it would be our effort to support it in all possible manner.” Chief Secretary Govt. of UP “I had the opportunity to see the restoration of a heritage site (Brahm Kund) done by The Braj Foundation. It is a commendable work done with great sensitivity” Secretary Planning Commission of India
  • 9. Where is Braj?  Located some 115 Kms from Delhi on the Delhi – Agra national highway  The entire region lies well within the Golden triangle of Delhi – Jaipur – Agra  Spans across the Mathura district of UP, Bharatpur district of Rajasthan and Palwal district of Haryana Raj. Haryana UP
  • 10. How big is Braj ?  Covers an expanse of 5000 sq. Km centering around Vrindavan  Comprises of over 1300 villages  Over 1000 traditional water bodies (Kunds)  137 sacred forests (Van)  18000 acres of Hilly terrain with numerous sacred heritage sites
  • 11. Major tourism centers of Braj  Mathura  Vrindavan  Gokul-Mahavan  Baldeo  Barsana  Nandgaon  Goverdhan Deeg Kaman Hodal etc.
  • 14. Land of vibrant cultural traditions and festivals The villages of Braj are replete with innumerable festivals showcasing the rich culture and tradition of the region round the year. These festivals should be made the basis of all tourism activities in the region. The Braj Foundation has an extensive documentation of these festivals literary, video recordings and other formats. HOLI NAUKA UTSAV RADHA ASHTAMI CHHAPAN BHOG
  • 15. Over 6000 magnificent temples and holy shrines associated with Sri Radha Krishna
  • 16. Braj had 137 transcendental Groves Darshan Van, Badhauta Gahvarvan, Barsana Belvan Bhandir Van
  • 17. All these groves are associated with the numerous leelas of Sri Radha & Krishna
  • 18. Brahma Hill, Barsana The Majestic Landscapes of Braj Heritage Sites spread all over the hills of Braj Ashtasakhi Hills, Barsana
  • 19. The splashing beauty of Braj Radha Baoli, Vrindavan Patit Pavan Kund, Gokul Chandra Sarovar, Goverdhan Kishori Kund, Bijwari
  • 20. Braj – the Cultural Capital of India All forms of Indian music, literature, arts - dances, architecture, cuisine, crafts, theatre and other aspects of culture have distinct influence of Braj. Mohini AttamOdissi Manipuri Kathakali KuchipudiKathak Kalamkari Tanjore Pata Chitra Miniature
  • 21. All the sacred hills mentioned in Indian scriptures are situated in Braj Gangotri, BadrinathGandhmadan Parvat Nar ParvatGoverdhan Hill
  • 22. All these hills are connected to one or the other pastimes of Krishna
  • 23. GangotriYamunotri BadrinathKedarnath All the pilgrim centers of India have their prototype in Braj
  • 24. Fisalini Shila Saugandhini Shila Bhojan Thali, Leela sthalies on hills of Braj
  • 25. Picturesque ghats of river Yamuna Keshi Ghat, Vrindavan Vishram Ghat, Mathura
  • 26. Numerous leelas were preformed at the banks of Yamuna
  • 27. Unfortunately this vast heritage is lying neglected, widely ignored and is nearing extinction
  • 28. Hills were being blasted out The Times of India, New Delhi Friday, February 4, 2005 Rajsthan Patrika Alawar 2 April, 2005
  • 29. Plight of Ancient Kunds Out of over 1000 only 20% have survived Lalita Madhav Kund, LodholiNayan Sarovar, Kaaman Subhadra Kund
  • 30. Brahma Kund, Vrindavan had been encroached Sordid condition of Rudra Kund Dilapidated Jalmahal, Barsana
  • 31. Poor state of Braj groves Only 3 of 137 have survived
  • 32. Gutter gushing out in Yamuna Ancient Ghats encroached upon Sewage all around banks Drains flowing out in the river The sordid state of Yamuna 10 million times more polluted than it’s tolerance limit
  • 33. Devotees spend crores of rupees in temples. But they ignore the fact that the transcendental pastimes of the Divine Couple Sri Radha Krishna were not performed in the famous temples, posh ashrams or guest houses of Braj-Vrindavan
  • 34. They were rather performed  in the Forests  on the banks of river Yamuna  at the numerous Kunds  on the holy hills
  • 35. Hills & Groves are the real temples of Braj na: purao janapda na ga`amaa gaRhavayama ina%yaM vanaaOksatat vanaSaOlainavaaisana: EaImadBaagavat 10.24.24 “The cities, the cultured lands nor the villages their houses are ours, we are the forest people dear father, we always live in the forests and on the hills”. Krishna to Nand Baba
  • 36. Krishna - the primordial environmentalist Eating Mud - Earth Punishing Kaliya - Water Drinking forest fire - Fire Killing Trinavarta - Air Killing Vyomasur - Space
  • 37. Devotees of Krishna should follow His footsteps and restore the environment and cultural heritage of Braj.
  • 38. So, what is the way out
  • 39.  Restoration of over 1000 Kunds,  Revival of 137 forests,  Protection and forestation of hills,  Dredging & restoration of river Yamuna,  Conservation of heritage buildings  Promotion of organic farming  Development of tourist infrastructure An all round development of Braj comprising of :
  • 40. The Braj Foundation Heritage, Community, Environment Vision: To restore the pristine glory and grandeur of Braj as a model rural society
  • 41. Founders Mr. Alfred Ford Director Ford Motor Foundation Detroit, USA Mr. Suresh Neotia Chairman, Gujarat Ambuja Cement, Kolkata Mr. Hrishikesh Mafatlal CEO, Arvind Mafatlal Group, Mumbai Mr. Kamal Morarka Chairman, Gannon Dunkerley & Co. Mumbai & Ex Minister PM Office Mr. Vineet Narain Sr. Journalist www.vineetnarain.net
  • 42. Chairman, Vineet Narain, (www.vineetnarain.net), New Delhi – Vrindavan Exe. Dir. (Tourism), Sanat Kaul, IAS (1971), Ex-CMD, Delhi Tourism Dev. Corp. Exe. Dir. (HRD), Abhijit Gupta, B.Tech (IIT), M.Tech (USA), MD, Case New Holland Const. Equip. India Ltd. Indore Exe. Dir. (Corp. Affairs), Rajat Jain, IIT (D), IIM (A), MD Xerox India Ltd. Exe. Dir. (Legal & Admin. Affairs), Rajneesh Kapur, New Delhi Project Director, R K Gautam, B Tech. Civil, Vrindavan Project Manager, Bipin Vyas & Bhupender Mathuria, Vrindavan Project Coordinator, Gaurav K Gola, B. Sc. (Hons), MBA, New Delhi – Vrindavan Architect, Shalini Dasgupta, M. Arch. (SPA), New Delhi Landscape Designer, Shyam Singh, M. Arch. (SPA), Horticulturist Executive Team
  • 43. The Developmental Model An all round integrated development of Braj comprising of :
  • 45. Accomplishments so far…. 1.Restoration of 46 Ancient Water Bodies in different stages 2.Revival of 2 Groves, work on 4 more in progress 3.Protection of Hills & Regeneration of Green Cover 4.Master planning of Braj for UP Govt. 5.Restoration of 3 heritage buildings 6.Audio-visual documentation of Braj culture
  • 46. 7. Drinking water supply projects in some villages 8. Exhaustive scientific survey of Braj region 9. World-wide awareness campaign about the plight of Braj 10.Nine grand Braj Mahotsavs in different parts of the country 11.Special legislations for Braj protection
  • 48. The Braj Foundation wins 2nd time the best NGO award supported by UNESCO for revival of water bodies Distinguished Water NGO 2012-13Best Water NGO 2012-13 Best Water NGO 2010-11
  • 49. The Braj Foundation’s Kund Restoration Process  Mobilizing the local community  Necessary permission & go-ahead from District Administration  Survey of the Kund site  Preparation of detailed restoration plan  Pumping out the dirty water, if any  De-silting of the Kund  Repair/ construction of side walls, ghats  Plantation  Beautification
  • 50. Professional Planning Approach Step 1: Listing of Sites Step 2: Satellite Imagery Analysis Step 3: Revenue Map Analysis
  • 51. Step 4: Physical Land Survey Step 5: Hydrological Plan Step 6: Architectural Plans
  • 52. Kunds of Braj are plotted on satellite map by The Braj Foundation
  • 53. More than 46 Kunds in different stages of restoration  Gomti Ganga, Kosi  Pawan Sarovar, Nandgaon  Vrishbhanu Kund, Barsana  Dohini Kund, Chiksauli  Sangam Kund, Khayara  Vihval Kund, Sanket  Nayan Sarovar, Seu  Chandrasarovar, Chaumuha  Kamdev Kund, Hatana  Padma Kund, Kumudvan  Gaya Kund, Kaman  Roop Kund, Barsana  Jai Kund, Jait  Mohan Kund, Vanchari  Gadbadri Kund  Vimal Kund, Kaman  Madhuvan Kund  Lohvan Kund, Lohvan  2 Kunds at Kamai  Ratna Kund, Dabhaala  Garud Govind Kund, Chhatikara  Radha Sarovar, Manpur  Mansa Kund, Pasauli  Govind Kund, Vrindavan  Madhuri Kund  Brahm Kund, Chaumuha  Vihar Kund, Chiksauli  Brahm Kund, Vrindavan  Ratnakar Kund, Kosi  Ramtal, Sunrakh  Rudra Kund, Jatipura  Jawahar Kund, Sakitara  Suraj Kund, Julhendi ………
  • 54. Gomati Ganga, Kosi Financial support by Dr. Ramjilal Shastri & citizens of Kosi Before After Total Expenditure Incurred: Rs 40 lakhs
  • 55. Proposed plan of Gomti Ganga
  • 56. Shiv Taal, Mathura During restoration After restoration
  • 58. Restoration work at Mohan Kund Vanchari (Hodal, Haryana)
  • 59. Restoration work at Roop Kund, Barsana
  • 62. Vrishbhanu Kund, Barsana Before Financial support by Shri Rajeev Shukla, Shri B P Singhal, Shri Balbir Punj (Members of Rajya Sabha) & Mafatlal family, After Total Expenditure incurred: Rs 35 lakhs
  • 63. Organizing Festivals at restored Kund sites Barsana Mahotsava 2006 Barsana Mahotsava 2007 Sharad Mahotsava 2006 Barsana Mahotsava 2007
  • 64. Before Desilting: 2,360 cum Govind Kund, Vrindavan After
  • 65. Jai Kund, Jait Before restoration During restoration
  • 66. Desilting: 25,500 cum Jai Kund, Jait After de-silting
  • 67. Proposed plan for Jai Kund
  • 68. Dohini Kund, Chiksoli Financial support Shri Kamal Morarka, Ex Minister PMO Before
  • 69. After Restoration Dohini Kund, Chiksoli Developed with the financial support of Govt. of India
  • 70. Brahma Kund, Vrindavan Before Had become garbage dumping ground for 200 years
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  • 73. This Kund was turned into a field Chandra Sarovar, Chaumuha (NH-2) Lord Brahma, appeared before Krishna and begged forgiveness
  • 75. Development plan of Chandra Sarovar
  • 76. Proposed bird eye view of Chandra Sarovar
  • 77. Krishna Sarovar, Baad (NH-2) Lord Krishna bathed here with Balarama after killing Dhenukasur and took rest under the banyan tree This Kund was turned into a field
  • 79. Development plan of Krishna Sarovar
  • 80. Proposed bird eye view of Krishna Sarovar
  • 81. Rudra Kund, Jatipura (Goverdhan) Before Work in progress
  • 82. Restoration work in progress Encroachments of Rudra Kund being removed
  • 83. Restoration work in progress Foundation stone of Rudra Kund being laid
  • 85. Development plan of Rudra Kund Shadow of Rudra Yantra in kund water
  • 89. Historic well un-earthed after de-silting and the same is being restored
  • 90. De-silting at the Rudra Kund in full swing
  • 92. Marking for the construction of ghats
  • 94. Construction of Ghats at Rudra Kund
  • 95. Construction of nallah for diversion of drain water of Jatipura village
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  • 104. Sankarshan Kund, Anyor, Goverdhan Plight of the site
  • 105. Inauguration of the Restoration
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  • 107. Temporary tank for collection of village dirty water at the corner of the kund Diversion of village’s dirty water drain falling into the kund
  • 108. Chairman TBF, inspecting work progress in Feb 2013 4 Kms long Kachcha Drain to carry out dirty water of the kund
  • 109. Sankarshan Kund, Anyor, Goverdhan de-watering work in progress
  • 110. Earth movers in action removing muddy silt Thick layer of plastic (non disposable waste) at the base of kund
  • 111. De-silting work in progress
  • 112. Foundation’s JCBs submerged 7 times in the muddy bed. Heavy Duty Cranes were pressed into action to pull them out De-silting in progress
  • 113. Media person and village leaders discussing the encroachment issue in May 2013
  • 116. Kund’s Toe Wall construction work in progress
  • 118. Villagers discussing the problem of encroachment with the Chairman of The Braj Foundation
  • 119. 7’x 5’ size Chain Link Fencing Frames (286) are being installed at the boundary wall of the kund to protect and beautify the Kunds
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  • 127. Another view of the kund
  • 129. 15 Meter wide public Ghat
  • 130. Kund parapet wall section design
  • 133. Proposed Development Plan of Sankarshan Kund
  • 134. Proposed Development Plan of Sankarshan Kund
  • 135. Airavat Kund, Goverdhan Foundation’s earthmovers removing siltBefore de-silting Collecting garbage Splashing water after de-silting
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  • 149. Architectural Drawing Architecture & landscape drawing Kund area = 4191.87 Sqm Plantation area = 7838.00 Sqm Parikamapath = 442.00 Sqm
  • 150. Ram Taal, Sunrakh (Vrindavan) Before De- silting During De- silting
  • 151. 2700 years old Kund emerges after digging Shri Kamal Morarka, the donor inspecting de-silting work Ancient wall excavated Mediapersons visiting the site
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  • 153. Ram Taal, Vrindavan After De-silting Rain water being filled from catchment area
  • 154. Foundation’s equipments in action Donated by Mr. Kamal Morarka
  • 155. Historic surveys done of Braj region Survey of over 2000 acres of heritage sites completed, and detailed technical survey of over 400 ancient water bodies completed, more ongoing.
  • 156. The Braj Foundation is working for the Restoration of groves
  • 157. Survey of Groves  The survey of the 48 prominent groves of Braj has been completed by The Braj Foundation  The survey of remaining 89 groves of Braj is being done by the foundation.  A task no official agency has ever undertaken
  • 159. The Braj Foundation has identified and located all the 137 sacred groves of 4 different categories in Braj
  • 160. Gahvarvan, Barsana Before restoration This has been the condition of protected forest of UP Govt. before its restoration
  • 163. After restoration with the financial support of Indian Oil Corporation Gahvarvan after revival
  • 165. Leela Dioramas in Gahvarvan
  • 166. Restoration of Seva Kunj Before restoration During restoration
  • 167. Restoration of Parikrama Path, Seva Kunj VrindavanBefore restoration During restoration After restoration
  • 168. Before restoration During restoration Restoration of Lalita Kund, Seva Kunj After restoration
  • 169. Restoration of Lalita Kund water fall, Seva Kunj Before restoration During restoration After restoration
  • 170. Restoration of Lalita Kund Chatri Before restoration After restoration
  • 171. Restoration of Seva Kunj, Vrindavan Middle path before restoration After restoration
  • 172. Restoration of Seva Kunj Mr. Ajay Piramal, Chairman Piramal Group looking at Seva Kunj restoration work
  • 173. Exterior of the boundary wall being face lifted
  • 174. Proposed plan of restoration
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  • 184. Proposed bird eye view of Sevakunj
  • 185. Heritage Buildings of Braj Innumerable heritage buildings of Braj are in a dilapidated condition and on the brink of destruction due to decades of neglect and blatant land grabbing. The Braj Foundation is working towards systematically surveying, documenting and restoring these structures.
  • 186. Jal Mahal at Vrishbhanu Kund, Barsana Restoration
  • 187. Successfully restored Koile Ghat of Yamuna from where Vasudev ji on the night of Janmashtami took infant Krishna across Yamuna to Gokul. Yamuna started rising to touch the feet of Krishna. Vasudev ji screamed for help “Koi Le – Koi Le”. Someone hold my child. Hence the ghat is known as Koile Ghat. It was neglected for centuries. Koile Ghat of Yamuna
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  • 189. Restoration of Koile Ghat, Mathura Inaugurated on 29th Sept 2009 by Mrs. Ranjana Kumar, Member, CVC of India
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  • 191. The Braj Foundation’ crusade against illegal mining in the heritage hills of Braj The Braj Foundation got done the satellite study of the entire Braj region by experts of IIT Roorkee & NRSA Hyderabad.
  • 192. Mass mobilization of Brajwasis to save Braj Hills
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  • 194. After a prolonged struggle of five years, Braj Foundation finally succeeded in getting the 72 sq Km area of Braj hills declared as protected forest by the Rajasthan Govt. Hills of Braj got declared as reserve forests
  • 195. Satellite mapping of the heritage sites situated on the Hills of Braj
  • 197. The Costs Involved The estimated cost for the development of 1 acre of hilly terrain into a green pasture comes out to be around Rs 1,00,000
  • 198. Economics of Hill Restoration  The foundation’s study reveals that the hills of Braj have a sloping area of around 72 sq. kms which translates into 17,800 acres.  At an average cost of Rs 1Lakh per acre these hills can be developed into pasture lands  With an investment of Rs 180 crores, out of which the majority of the amount would be spent on human labor, the fodder worth 19 crore will be produced annually
  • 199. Braj Foundation in association with Illinois University (USA) did an exhaustive study of Goverdhan hill and is now pursuing the UNESCO to declare it as World Heritage Site. Goverdhan development
  • 200. Traffic Management Vision: To develop a corridor by optimising connectivity (pedestrian and vehicular) capitalising on transportation/mobility options and rationalising parking with the high load of pilgrims on festival days. Problem identification: • Vehicular road over giriraj ji not justified • heavy congestion of traffic • Same road for parikrama and vehicular movement leading to chaos and accidents. • Lack of designated parking facilities • Air pollution • noise and environmental hazards. Planning strategies: • Designated parking facilities on major roads leading to giriraj ji. • Develop a peripheral rail network around giriraj ji. • Reducing vehicular load on parikrama path. • Realignment of road network so that there is no vehicular movement over giriraj ji. • Defined parikrama path with civic facilities.
  • 201. Road re-alignment VEHICULAR ROAD PARIKRAMA PATH PROPOSED CONNECTING ROAD
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  • 204. Charanamrit Kund Open Drain Near Charanamrit Kund Developmental Plan Section Present Condition
  • 205. Proposed development plan of Charanamrit Kund
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  • 207. Tackling the drinking water crisis in Braj 85 % of the ground water in Braj is saline. Unfortunately the salinity starts from the upper layer of water table TBF’s Drinking water supply Project Chiksauli & Manpur villages (Barsana) Financial support by IOCL & OIDB
  • 208. Villagers enjoying the safe drinking water after 60 years of independence
  • 210. A presentation to the Chief Election Commissioner of India, Chief Vigilance Commissioner, Secretary General Rajya Sabha & other senior officials at New Delhi Organizing cultural evenings showcasing the Braj Culture
  • 211. Successfully organized Nine high profile Braj Mahotsavs across India for building awareness and promoting culture of Braj. Braj Maahotsav
  • 212. Braj Maahotsav H.E. Mr. Narsimhan, Governor of Andhra Pradesh inaugurating Braj Mahotsav, Hyderabad -2011 Folk Artists from Braj performing Raas Lila in Braj Mahotsav Hyderabad -2011
  • 213. Braj Maahotsav Folk Artists from Braj performing Flower Holi Lila Braj Mahotsav (Hyderabad -2011) Kawwals performing Krishna Bhajans composed by Muslim devotees, Braj Mahotsav (Hyderabad -2011)
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  • 216. Presentation to Cabinet Ministers Mr. Kapil Sibal Mrs. Ambika Soni Mr. C. P. Joshi Mr. Salman Khurshid
  • 217. Presentation to Political leaders Mr. Narendra Modi Mrs. Sushma Swaraj Mr. L K Advani & others Mr. Rajnath Singh & others
  • 218. Meeting with C.M. Akhilesh Yadav U.P.
  • 219. Foreign diplomats watching PPT in TBF’s office Mr. S. Shimamori, Cultural Attaché of Japan Dr. Benedictt Alliott, Cultural Attaché of France Ms. Vyantimala, Deputy Head of Mission, Republic of Surinam Mr. Carl G Svensson, Counsellor (Head), Development Coorperation Section, Embassy of Sweden
  • 220. A presentation at Raj Bhawan, Bangalore
  • 221. Mobilizing the local community Prabhat pheris have started off in over 780 villages out of 1300. The remaining villages are being covered. Volunteers of the foundation managing public events.
  • 222. Produced several films and serials depicting Braj culture by training rural youth. These programmes have been aired on DD I & other channels
  • 223. Master Planning of Braj TBF is now inspiring the governments of Haryana & Rajasthan for the same. To conserve precious heritage & ensure planned development, TBF inspired UP Govt. to prepare a Master Plan for Braj in 2008.
  • 224. TBF prepares Tourism Master Plan of Braj Approved by the Govt. of UP, deeply appreciated by Secretary Planning Commission of India & other top experts of the country UP Govt. has started implementing TBF’s recommendations for the Rs. 2000 Cr Master Plan!
  • 226. The Braj Foundation’s Delhi office C-6/28 SDA, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016 Tel: (011)-26566800 & 26519080
  • 227. The Braj Foundation’s Vrindavan Office 303, Keshav Kunj, Raman Reti, Vrindavan-281124 Tel: (0565)-2540084 & 9927337111
  • 229. Sri Ramesh Baba ji of Gahvarvan, Barsana the most beloved saint of Brajwasis, who never leaves Braj, accepts no disciples, shuns opulence & composes and sings classical & folk bhajans Our Inspiration
  • 230. How can you support us? Please forward our website www.brajfoundation.org to all those who may appreciate our work. Please donate generously through cheque/DD in favor of The Braj Foundation payable at New Delhi.
  • 231. Please write to us if you would like to volunteer your time or skills for the Braj cause at The Braj Foundation C 6/28, Safdarjung Development Area Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016 Ph: 011- 26566800, Email: info@brajfoundation.org Website: www.brajfoundation.org
  • 232. Thanks for your kind attention www.brajfoundation.org