veerayatan group of institutions (vgi) is a renowned group of engineering and pharmacy colleges located in kutch, gujarat. the veerayatan institute of engineering is highly regarded in gujarat, especially in the kutch region. it is approved by the all india council for technical education (aicte) and is affiliated with gujarat technical university (gtu). established in 2005, the veerayatan institute of pharmacy is approved by the pharmacy council of india (pci).
the colleges are managed by the veerayatan trust, a non-profit ngo founded by acharya shri chandanaji. veerayatan group of institutions offers a range of programmes, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma courses in engineering, business management, computer science, and pharmacy. the college provides five be specialisations, two me specialisations, and two diploma specialisations, covering disciplines such as mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering. additionally, the institute offers degrees such as bca, bba, b.pharm, and m.pharm.
the name veerayatan combines 'veer' for lord mahavir and 'aayatan' for a holy place. the organisation serves all socioeconomic and religious groups, staying true to its mission. it is inspired by the teachings of tirthankar mahavir and rashtrasant amar muniji maharaj and is led by acharya shri chandanaji.
since its founding in 1973, veerayatan has significantly transformed the lives of many, acting as a beacon of hope for millions. it has made an incredible impact by providing exceptional services to alleviate human suffering.
despite facing numerous challenges, veerayatan continues to work in the world's most remote and needy areas under the steadfast leadership of acharya shri chandanaji. the organisation aims to bring about tangible changes in the lives of people from all backgrounds. today, veerayatan is recognised worldwide for its philanthropic efforts, driven by acharya shriji's vision, courage, and compassion.
veerayatan was established to directly support humanity in health, education, and spirituality without discrimination. it is built on three main pillars: seva (service to humanity), shiksha (education), and sadhana (spiritual growth for inner peace).
as of 2016, veerayatan has been actively involved in meaningful projects globally. acharya shriji expects the organisation's efforts to grow significantly in the future.
in addition to academic studies, the institute promotes co-curricular activities as part of its social responsibilities by organising sports and cultural camps. industrial visits are an essential aspect of the academic-industry interaction programme, where industry professionals provide training and demonstrations. students are continually encouraged to maximise their abilities and are prepared for a fast-paced industry.