Hyderabad: A new center called the ‘Center for Brahmin Excellence’ was officially opened in Begumpet, Hyderabad. The launch took place at the mutt of Pushpagiri Peethadhipathi Sri Vidya Sankar Bharati Swamiji, during the festival of Viśvāvasu Ugadi.
During the inauguration, Swamiji spoke about the important role the Brahmin community has played in society. He said the center will help Brahmin children improve their education and grow in other areas of life. The center was started by 16 well-known people, including retired government officers, journalists, businesspeople, teachers, and experts in management.
The center plans to support Brahmin youth in their studies, careers, and cultural development. It will offer programs to help prepare for civil service exams, work with professionals, and share information through newsletters. Over time, the center hopes to expand across the country.
L V Subramanyam, a former Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh, said that in the past, many civil servants came from the Brahmin community. Today, that number has dropped, and some Brahmins are even hesitant to share their identity. He said this must change, and Brahmin youth must once again succeed in various fields.
Former police chief Arvinda Rao and Telangana Vigilance Commissioner M G Gopal highlighted the need for skill development. They encouraged Brahmin youth to aim for success in both government jobs and business. They also said it’s important for Brahmins to feel proud of their identity and maintain their self-respect.
Former Union Minister and BRS leader Samudrala Venugopalachary shared the idea of blending Vedic education with regular school subjects. He also suggested promoting arts and building a collection of knowledge about literature, music, history, and science.
Other speakers at the event included BJP leader N. Ramachandra Rao, BRS MLC S. Vani Devi (daughter of former Prime Minister P. V. Narasimha Rao), and P. V. Prabhakar (his son).
Vijay Oddiraju, who came up with the idea for the center, explained its purpose. He said the center will guide and support Brahmin students in preparing for competitive exams like the civil services. It will offer teaching, mentorship, and learning materials. The center also wants to blend traditional Vedic learning with modern education to help students find good jobs. In addition, it will focus on preserving Vedic knowledge and taking part in social service activities for the benefit of the community.
