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Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies represents a pioneering effort to create meaningful dialogue between Buddhist and broader Indic traditions. Sanchi University seeks to address contemporary issues through ancient wisdom traditions. By acknowledging both the distinctiveness and interconnectedness of these wisdom traditions, the University fosters a nuanced understanding of India's pluralistic heritage while addressing contemporary global challenges through integrated knowledge systems.

Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies was established to revive Sanchi's historical role as a knowledge center. Sanchi Stupas are home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the 3rd century BCE. Along with Sanchi Stupas, Satdhara & Sonari Stupas are also one of the oldest stone structures in India and is a major center of Buddhist learning and art for centuries. Its strategic location in central India connects various cultural regions.

Sanchi University focuses on Cultural and Artistic Synthesis of Buddhism and Indian Philosophies. Each and every schools & departments of the University facilitates research. Various schools promotes interdisciplinary studies. For Example How Buddhist art influenced the Indian Architecture and How Buddhist Architecture were influenced by Hindu iconography in and across India. Architectural exchanges between stupa and temple designs. Literary influences across Buddhist and Brahmanical texts. Social and Ethical Integration with Comparative analysis of monastic and householder ethics, Environmental stewardship concepts across different Buddhist and Indian traditions.

In Sachi University focus is on Buddhist meditation techniques and Yoga traditions, Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana traditions, Ayurveda and Buddhist healing practices, historical studies of Buddhism and Indic Studies in India and neighboring Asian countries. Study of Hindu, Jain, and other indigenous traditions. Study of classical Indian sciences and Vedic mathematics. Study of Environmental ethics from multiple traditions are also focused.

The University facilitates scholarly exchanges between: Buddhist emptiness and Advaita non-duality, Momentariness and permanence debates, Consciousness theories across traditions are synthesized.

Various Recreational & Wellness Facilities are available in the Sports Department of Sanchi University. This includes Student Recreation Centers, Extensive cardio and weight training areas, Group fitness areas for yoga and HIIT classes. Outdoor Recreation includes in campus cycling track, Hiking and running trails across campus, Athletic Support Services & Sports psychology and counseling services are available in the University. University will be adding traditional Indian sports like Malkhamb, Kushti(wrestling) along with turfs available for International Wrestling Arena. Separate weight training areas are available in Girls & Boys Hostel also.

Sanchi University provides robust ICT (Information and Communications Technology) facilities to support teaching, research, administration, campus life and global collaboration. Smart Classes & Network Infrastructure of fiber-optic with 100 Gbps links is available in the University. Both Wired and Wireless Connectivity along with Wi-Fi networks is available across all campus buildings, including academic halls, libraries, common areas, and outdoor spaces. High-speed wired connections are also available in labs and offices.

Dedicated IT support staff specializing in assisting researchers with their technological needs are available in Sanchi University. IT Training programme, Workshops and resources are available to help students and staff develop their digital literacy and proficiency. Lecture Capture and Streaming: Systems to record lectures and make them available online, supporting remote learning and revision.
Virtual Classrooms and Collaboration Tools: Software for real-time online teaching, virtual meetings, and collaborative projects (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet).
Digital Libraries and Databases: Extensive online access to academic journals, e-books, research papers, and specialized databases across all disciplines is available in Sanchi University.

24x7 security staff is available in Sanchi University Campus. Security in each and every building is ensured. All the buildings have CCTV surveillance, Key-card or biometric access to library and classes, Resident Advisors (RAs)/Wardens for student support are available. Future Directions -Expansion of digital archives and online courses
-Increased collaboration with Southeast Asian Buddhist institutions
-Reviving neglected aspects of India's intellectual heritage
-Creating bridges between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions
-Development of applied programs in mindfulness and wellness -Enhanced archaeological and historical research at Sanchi site -Developing new methodologies for comparative religious studies


Welcome to Sanchi University of Buddhist Indic Studies

Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies shall be located very close to Sanchi - the world heritage site, famous for the stupa & ancient relics of Lord Buddha. The University has been allocated 120 acres of land, in fact a hillock on the Bhopal-Sanchi highway not far from the tropic of cancer. The picturesque location is surrounded by green fields & forest laden hills. Work has been initiated for building the University on the lines of rich Buddhist & Indic traditions. Sanchi University has earmarked 20 acres of land for construction of various schools/centres of foreign countries where they may open their schools/centres. They have to bear all the expenses; on land provided by Sanchi University.

On 21 September, 2012, the then President of Sri Lanka Shri Mahindra Rajapaksa laid the foundation stone of the Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies together with the former Prime Minister of Bhutan HE Jigme Yoser Thinley on a hillock on the Bhopal-Vidisha Highway having its proximity to Sanchi-better known for its Buddhist stupas.

The University is trying all its earnest efforts for reviving the old glosry of Great Ancient Indian Education System and enlivening the present scenario by adding values to multifaceted aspects of knowledge, practice and wisdom for the benefit of humankind.

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Acharya Prof. Dr. Yajneshwar S. Shastri is a world renowned scholar of Indian philosophy, especially Hindu, Buddhist, and Jaina philosophy.

Prof. Shastri holds Bachelor’s, Master's and Doctoral degrees from the University of Mumbai in Philosophy. His Sanskrit education, completed in a Gurukula, culminated in a traditional Shastri (Bachelor's) and Acharya (Master's) degrees. His Ph.D. research was a comparative study of Vijnanavada Buddhism and Upanishadic philosophy.

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Honble Shri Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel
Hon’ble Governor of Madhya Pradesh
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