CSR Initiatives

At Brahma Kumaris Om Shanti Retreat Centre, we believe that the essence of universal brotherhood, a world of peace, prosperity, and happiness, and the purity of heart and mind are all interconnected with the health and sustainability of our community and environment. True development cannot occur if the very foundation on which we thrive is deteriorating. Our core ideology emphasizes that outer development is intrinsically linked to inner purity, and vice versa. 

Since its inception in 2003, Brahma Kumaris ORC has successfully implemented numerous CSR initiatives aimed at fostering a pure and healthy society and environment. Our holistic educational services and community outreach programs focus on various domains, including health, nutrition, hygiene (including preventive healthcare), environmental sustainability, sanitation, women empowerment, senior citizens, rural development, road safety, livelihood enhancement, drug de-addiction, child personality development, slum area development, and enhancing agricultural productivity. 

Additionally, about 500,000 men, women, children, and senior citizens visit our campus each year to participate in various programs offered free of charge.

We are committed to preserving our planet. We’ve implemented eco-friendly practices across our operations, from reducing waste and energy consumption to supporting sustainable initiatives in our community.

Jal- Jan Abhiyan, which is a project between Brahma Kumaris & Ministry of Jal Shakti, inaugurated by Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India on 16 February 2023, at the HQ of Brahma Kumaris in Mt. Abu
Kalp Taruh, which is a tree plantation project of Brahma Kumaris, jointly driven by Brahma Kumaris & Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, inaugurated by Shri Om Birla, Hon’ble Speaker of Lok Sabha on the occasion of World Environment Day- 2022. So far, we have been successful in planting over 17 lakh trees.
Solar Power Generation Plant – India’s first megawatt-scale hybrid energy storage system for a solar-based microgrid at Om Shanti Retreat Centre in Haryana. The 1.094 MWh system combines 614.4 kWh of lithium and 480 kWh of lead-acid batteries, providing long-duration backup and ensuring seamless power transition during grid failures. This hybrid model reduces initial capital expenditure by 35-40% and supports India’s energy independence. The system integrates solar energy with advanced storage to enhance grid reliability, especially in remote areas.
Rain Water Harvesting Plant – Our rainwater harvesting plant has a capacity of over 2 crore liters per year, significantly contributing to water conservation efforts. By effectively managing and utilizing rainwater, we support environmental protection and ensure a reliable water supply for various needs throughout the year.
Biogas plant – Our biogas plant efficiently produces an average of two biogas cylinders daily, utilizing waste food as the primary input. This sustainable process not only reduces food waste but also generates clean energy, contributing to environmental conservation and energy efficiency.
Sewage Treatment Plant – Over 5 lac guests visit the Om Shanti Retreat Center for various programs every year. Water is used for a variety of activities including washing, cleaning, cooking, gardening, etc. that are critical to facilitate smooth operation of these programs and stay of guests. It is therefore critical to conserve as much water as possible and use it very judiciously. This project would enable the reuse of wastewater by efficiently treating it and making it safe for use in activities like gardening, cleaning etc, thereby reducing the consumption of fresh water.
Ecological Farming, a sustainable yogic agriculture (Shashwat Yogic Kheti) involves village practices, agronomical practices, plant nutrition management (e.g. biofertilizers, rearing of earthworms, bio composting, etc) plant protection (biological control practices, organic pest repellents, integrated pest management, etc). It integrates thought-based meditative practices with organic farming.

We are committed to the well-being of society through our comprehensive resources on health and wellness. We provide insights and practices to enhance physical, mental, and emotional health.

Corona & Primary Care Centre. Om Shanti Retreat Centre has set up a corona care centre within its campus boundary, to cater to all the treatment and isolation requirements during this corona crisis. It is a 50 bedded facility set up which hosts free-of-cost ultra-modern medical and primary care facilities with in-house facility for stay of doctors and nurses within the care centre, standardized facility of pharmacy store, fully equipped ambulance and all necessary monitoring facilities to ensure full time medical supervision and instant treatment.

Pehla Sukh- Nirogi Kaya/ पहला सुख – निरोगी काया. This is a unique health project to conduct health camps including the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, in community areas near Om Shanti Retreat Centre. Brahma Kumaris has also signed an MoU with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India, for 3 years, to conduct Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) across the country. The project aims to cover all individuals- men, women, children from different backgrounds, people from all states, faiths, and all walks of life.

Free Health Camps – We conduct regular free health camps/medical consultations and diagnostic tests to the local rural community ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to maintain good health.

We believe in giving back to the communities we serve. We are committed to supporting social and community initiatives that make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Empowerment of Girl Child. This project is focused on education for holistic development – physical, mental, emotional, societal and spiritual wellness; mentorship – creating safe spaces for free and open sharing, counselling and guidance; personality development – helping young girls identify their inner strengths and talents and overcoming their challenges; sensitizing the society – creating awareness in families and school and college teachers about the issue

Remodeling of Environment-friendly, Healthy, Nutritious & Hygienic Mega Community Kitchen. We understand the importance of healthy food for a healthy body and mind. With this belief, Om Shanti Retreat Centre has been running one of the biggest community kitchens in Delhi NCR since 2001, which caters to the food needs of the community. Meals prepared in this kitchen are served free of charge. With the help of CSR, this kitchen was remodeled to serve over 1 lakh meals every month, free of cost, introduce more of Induction, Steam, Biogas based cooking and eliminate diesel/ kerosene-based cooking.

Parks Created / Managed by Brahma Kumaris promote physical health, mental health through relaxation and satisfaction. It can provide a harmonious space to relax, unwind, reflect and restore ourselves. BKs believe and follow cleanliness inside and outside. They are keenly interested in Environmental Health issues and offer lasting spiritual solutions to world problems. BKs have been entrusted with creating & maintaining a number of parks across the country.

Our CSR Partners

We have established partnerships with various government and private organizations to advance our social initiatives

MSJE
SBI
Honda
ENCO
Cocacola
BPCL

Awards & Recognition

Brahma Kumaris have carried out several CSR projects in the past and have also won the ‘Global CSR Excellence & Leadership Award’ for our excellent contribution in the field of Community Development by utilizing CSR funds. 
Brahma Kumaris Om Shanti Retreat Centre bagged the ISGF Innovation Award for the most innovative Solar Technology in India