Sri Sri University

“Sometimes the strongest people are the ones who face the greatest adversity and still choose to rise.” At Sri Sri University (SSU), this belief takes shape in the form of the ‘Yoga Krishna’ Scholarship Scheme, a powerful initiative designed to break the shackles of financial hardship and empower meritorious students to follow their dreams. In the academic year 2024–25, SSU extended scholarships to over 700 students, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive and accessible education. This initiative, driven by the Scholarship Support Division under the leadership of Dr. Mrutyunjay Dash (Director), Dr. Jasmine Bhuyan (Nodal Officer), and Ms. Anita Singh (Executive Assistant), goes beyond numbers. It is about transforming lives. It is about ensuring that no student is left behind simply because they cannot afford to step forward. A Journey from the Margins to the Mainstream Jayanti Maharjan - Following the Voice Within Jayanti Maharjan Hailing from Bagmati State, Nepal, Jayanti Mahar...

(Akshay escorts distinguished Guests at Sri Sri University) In the quiet alleys of Mugagahira village in Badamba block of Cuttack district, a story was unfolding - quietly, patiently, like a seed germinating in the dark soil. That seed was Akshay Kumar Panda. Born into the modest household of a small-scale farmer, Suryamani Panda, Akshay’s life was etched with struggle from the very beginning. For someone whose daily reality was shaped by scarcity, dreaming was a luxury, yet he dared. (Akshay with his parents) The odds were many. The meager income of his family left no room for academic ambition. Yet fate had other plans. In 2017, Akshay stepped out of his village, seeking livelihood, unaware that his path would lead to a place where dreams take flight - Sri Sri University. Welcomed into the Sri Sri University family as a security guard, Akshay found more than just a job. He found hope. Surrounded by the energy of learning and transformation, something within him stirred. Even as h...

In a world where degrees often dominate the dialogue around employment, there’s a quieter truth that rings louder with each passing year- skills matter. And when the right training meets the right opportunity, transformation becomes inevitable. That’s exactly what’s happening at Sri Sri University in Odisha, where a pioneering initiative is turning potential into purpose. It's called SuryaMitra, and it’s lighting the way, both literally and figuratively for youth aspiring to build a future in the solar energy sector. The Rise of SuryaMitra India’s growing investment in renewable energy has fueled a massive demand for skilled professionals, especially in solar power installation and maintenance. Recognizing this need, Sri Sri University, in collaboration with the Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), has launched a specialized training programme to address this gap. Known as SuryaMitra, which translates to “Friend of the Sun,” the initiative aims to equip young minds with t...

Sri Sri University Students Embark on Transformative Internship Journey in Bangaluru. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar blesses the team, saying “Your future is bright !” While most students unwind during the summer break, a group of 14 spirited final-semester students from the Agriculture Department of Sri Sri University took a bold leap, heading to Bengaluru for a one-of-a-kind internship at the globally renowned Art of Living Ashram. Their mission ? Not just to learn, but to experience, engage and evolve. Meet the Trailblazers Introducing Aryashree Tejaswini, Kritika Nayak, Shrabani Rout, Priyadarshini Sahoo, Pragyan Priyadarshini Sahu, Shwetapadma Patra, Arghyadeep Pattnayak, Rishiraj Rout, Meera Swain, Kashis Raju, Satyaprakash Singh, Prachitara Das, Ipsita Nayak and Barsha Priyadarshini Swain - a dynamic collective of thinkers, doers and changemakers. Bound by a shared vision and driven by an insatiable curiosity, this team stands at the forefront of innovation and impact. Each me...