Nagaloka
The Nagaloka campus extends over 15 acres on which there are seven residential halls, a classroom and library building, kitchen facilities, a Dhamma Teaching Hall, a meditation hall, as well as an administrative building. These were designed by Master architect, Christopher Charles Benninger, who based the architecture on the Buddhist meeting halls that were found in India two thousand years ago. At the centre of the campus is the magnificent Walking Buddha created by Master Wen Kwei Chan. Walking towards the Buddha is a statue of a serene and determined Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar.
Upcoming Courses
Registration process starts for the following courses.
Online Dhammasekhiya
4 months Online course designed to introduce students to the Buddhist teachings and practices in a practical and meaningful manner
Residential Dhammasekhiya
8 months residential course designed to introduce students to the Buddhist teachings and practices in a practical and meaningful manner
University Affiliated BA Course
Students who want to continue their studies beyond the Dhammasekhiya Course may apply for admission to the 3 year BA degree course in Buddhist and Dr. Ambedkar Studies.
Our Mission
Prabuddha Bharat - Enlightened India
We support the peaceful transformation of Indian society through learning based on the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. These values are at the heart of Buddhist tradition, and the foundation principles of India’s greatest social activist, Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar.
Who we are?
Nagaloka is a Buddhist training and conference centre located in Nagpur, India. The 15-acre campus hosts a variety of programmes on a local, global, and international scale. It is home to the Nagarjuna Training Institute, which provides a residential training course in Buddhism and social activism. Nagaloka is a major centre for Buddhist Revival in India today. It is a pilgrimage site, where thousands come annually to see its famous Walking Buddha statue.
What do we do?
At Nagaloka we have dedicated ourselves to realizing an India free of caste and all forms of injustice and exploitation, in which people have the means to overcome suffering, live empowered and fulfilling lives, and contribute to a humane and harmonious society. We do this through training, education, research and dialogue based on teachings of the Buddha and Dr. Ambedkar, and supporting a network of activists throughout India.
Our Impact
The Nagarjuna Training Institute has had a profound impact on the students. Most feel transformed after only a few months of Dhamma practice. They develop confidence, are able to overcome unhelpful habits, cultivate skilful mental states, and realise they can do something with their lives, both for themselves and for society. The Walking Buddha statue is now a major pilgrimage site for the millions of Buddhists in India, given more meaning with the statue of Dr. Ambedkar. Our large meditation hall provides a source of peace and inspiration to all who visit. Many alumni have gone on to complete their postgraduate studies at prestigious institutions across India. Many are now engaged in social projects such as starting schools and hostels, raising awareness amongst minority communities of their rights, responding to atrocities. Many are sharing what they have learnt of the Dhamma in their towns and villages. The campus is an active centre for intellectual and spiritual growth through the major national and international programmes held regularly, including annual conferences on topics exploring Engaged Buddhist practices, Dr. Ambedkar’s teachings and vision, caste relations, gender dynamics, and others.
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Since Nagaloka’s beginning in 2002…
Dr. Ambedkar has inspired millions of young people to understand how Buddhism can help them transform their individual and social lives. Unfortunately there is little effective teaching available in India. The Nagarjuna Institute was started to respond to this need. It conducts two residential courses, an eight month introductory Dhammasekhiya course, and a three year BA degree in Buddhism and Dr. Ambedkar Studies as part of Nagpur University. Both teach basic Dhamma, meditation, puja (chanting), and social action.
1400+ SOCIALLY ENGAGED ALUMNI
More than 1300 young people have benefited from its training programmes.
40+ CASTES COMING TOGETHER
These youth represent more than forty castes, all of which face varying degrees of oppression.
25+ STATES ACROSS INDIA
Students from all four corners of the country have attended these programmes.
Activities Updates
Nagaloka has become a place of interaction between Indian Buddhists inspired by Dr. Ambedkar, Buddhists from traditional eastern backgrounds and western Buddhists. It has played a significant role in helping Buddhists from outside India appreciate the significance of Dr. Ambedkar’s conversion, and his approach to Buddhism, and is known throughout the world as a centre for “engaged Buddhism”.
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Report Date: 19 & 20 November 2021 Work Location: 8 Village …
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Volunteer’s Name: Fhulari Chakma Team Members involved: Fhulari Chakma, Jina …
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: Lakhindar Soren Team Members involved: Vajrajaya, Vivekmitra, …
Volunteer’s Name: Moka Ujwal Report Date: 8th July 2021 Location of …
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: Dhammachari Dhammashen Team Members involved: Dhammashen, Bhanumati …
Volunteer’s Name: Phoolmani Report Date: 6th Aug 2021 Location of Work: Janjgir …
Volunteer’s Name: Upendra Report Date: 31 July 2021 Location of Work: Amarut …
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Actual Report Date: 24 July 2021 Work Location: Puri, Odisha …
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Volunteer’s Name: Upendra Report Date: 2021-07-21 Location of Work: Patya, Fatehpur, Gaya …
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Volunteer’s Name: Maitreyaratna Report Date: 13th & 19th July 2021 …
Volunteer’s Name: Upendra Report Date: 19 July 2021 Location of Work: Tankupi …
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NAGALOKA – MANUSKI RELIEF WORK
Covid Relief Work led by the Nagaloka team, Nagarjuna Training Institute Alumni and Manuski Activists.
- Ration Kit Distribution for dailywagers at Changlang- Arunachal Pradeshon 19th December 2021 in Arunachal Pradesh, Reports
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: MAITRIRATNA Team Members involved: Basudev Chakma(10th Batch NTI Alumni , Pathar Moni Chakma (NTI B.A. Student , Sukro Kumar B.A. Student & Tarun Chakma) Report Date: 19 Dec 2021 Location of Work: Milanpur , Karshang Circle, Dist. Changlang, Arunachal Pradesh-792122 State: Arunachal Pradesh Total Beneficiaries Families: 60 Total Beneficiaries People: The post Ration Kit Distribution for dailywagers at Changlang- Arunachal Pradesh appeared first on Nagaloka - Manuski Relief Work.
- Ration Kit Distribution for Widows and daily wagers at Changlang District, Arunachal Pradeshon 3rd December 2021 in Arunachal Pradesh, Reports
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: Fhulari Chakma Team Members involved: Fhulari and Bitul Chakma Report Date: 2021-12-03 Location of Work: Changlang District State: Arunachal Pradesh Total Beneficiaries Families: 80 Total Beneficiaries People: 350 Beneficiaries Details: Widow and daily wager What did we distribute?: Rice,oil,daal,onion,salt and soap Work details: Distributed the kit by going to beneficiaries The post Ration Kit Distribution for Widows and daily wagers at Changlang District, Arunachal Pradesh appeared first on Nagaloka - Manuski Relief Work.
- Ration Kit Distribution to Mushahar Community at District Sitamarhi- Biharon 28th November 2021 in Bihar, Reports
Date of Relief Work: 28th Nov 2021 Work Location: Bhadevpur Block Rindga , District Sitamarhi Work State: Bihar Team Members Name: 1 Upendra 2 Sandhya 3 Naresh 4 Lalit Details of beneficiaries: Daily wagers people Total Number of Beneficiaries Families: 245 Total Number of Beneficiaries People: 980 Ration Kit : चावल, दाल, तेल, नमक, साबुन, The post Ration Kit Distribution to Mushahar Community at District Sitamarhi- Bihar appeared first on Nagaloka - Manuski Relief Work.
- Relief Support for the Covid and Flood effected people in Dhule, Maharashtraon 24th November 2021 in Maharashtra, Reports
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: Dh. Vajrajaya Team Members involved: Vajrajaya, Randhir Kapure, Sunil Nagrale Report Date: 21 to 24 Nov 2021 Location of Work: Dhule, Nandurbar Road State: Maharashtra Total Beneficiaries Families: 200 Total Beneficiaries People: 800 Beneficiaries Details: Corona effected family and the flood effected people, Daily wagers, people of slum area, Travelers, The post Relief Support for the Covid and Flood effected people in Dhule, Maharashtra appeared first on Nagaloka - Manuski Relief Work.
- Relief Support for the Covid and Flood effected people in Nandurbar, Maharashtraon 23rd November 2021 in Maharashtra, Reports
Field Work Report: Volunteer’s Name: Dh. Vajrajaya Team Members involved: Dh. Vajrajaya, Nirmala Vasave, Sachin, Guman Singh, Kanshing Padvi Report Date: 23 Nov 2021 Location of Work: Nandurbar State: Maharashtra Total Beneficiaries Families: 200 Total Beneficiaries People: 800 Beneficiaries Details: Tribal people, slum people, Daily wagers, Widow, Families of malnourished children, Crippled. Most of the The post Relief Support for the Covid and Flood effected people in Nandurbar, Maharashtra appeared first on Nagaloka - Manuski Relief Work.