About VNET



The Vidya Niketan Education Trust (VNET) was founded on 18 September 1997 by the Late Adv. Bapusaheb Bhonde, which is now the umbrella institution for Adv. Bapusaheb Bhonde High School and Junior College and Kalpana Chawla Space Academy. It has a robust governance structure to facilitate seamless execution. The Trust was initially started with the vision and intent to serve the community of the Lonavala region of Maharashtra to provide quality education. As the future unfolds, we have broadened our vision to remain relevant, exploratory, and futuristic in our approach to institutional development.

CSR Registration

Our CSR registration number is CSR00063037. Please connect with us for collaboration opportunities.

80G Exemption

Our trust has 80G exemption. Our URN number is AAATV3826BF20121. Please connect with us for donor services.

FCRA License

Our trust has recently applied for renewal of the FCRA license. We would keep all stakeholders updated of the status.

Governing Board


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Adv. Madhav S. Bhonde

Chairman

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Mrs. Radhika Madhav Bhonde

Secretary

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Mr. Narayan Bhargava

Vice chairman

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Dr. Pandit B. Vidyasagar

Trustee

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Mr. Keki Mistry

Trustee

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Mr. Rajendra Chaturvedi

Trustee

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Mr. P. S. Jayakumar

Trustee

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Ms. Meenakshi Seshadri

Trustee

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Mr. Rajendra Ramdas Chhapwale

Trustee

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Prof. Jagdish K. Math

Governing Body Member

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Dr. Vyankatesh Gambhir

Governing Body Member

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Mr. Rajeev Sahi

Governing Body Member

Governance Structure



Our Governance structure, guided by our values, is central to our governing modus operandi. Our guiding values show us the path during turbulent times and times of comfort. The board of trustees protects and enhances the brand equity of institutions administered under the trust.

The governing body is empowered and responsible for uplifting academic standards, improving infrastructure, implementing innovative programs, and ensuring the pursuit of excellence is fused into the everyday functioning of our processes, programs, and institutions. The heads of institutions report to the Governing Board and run the administration through various committees and develop sustainable practices.

Governance Structure
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Our Partnerships




Our partners play a crucial role in supporting the growth and development of our school and easing access to quality education for students. Through strategic partnerships with government, scientific institutions, businesses, non-profit organizations, schools and local communities, we can access resources that would otherwise be unavailable.

Partnerships also enable us to offer professional development opportunities for teachers, enhancing the overall quality of education. The involvement of donors and partners fosters a sense of community, where everyone is invested in the success of students. Ultimately, these collaborations contribute to creating a well-rounded, resource-rich learning environment that benefits all stakeholders involved.

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Donors



Donors contribute generously to various school initiatives, from infrastructure improvements to scholarships, creating a lasting impact. Their support allows schools to invest in new technology, learning materials, and extracurricular programs that enrich students’ experiences. Donors and partners also help bridge gaps, ensuring that education remains accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background.

We have a dedicated cell to provide donor services. We are committed on reporting the Institutional performance to our donor community. It is our endevor to maintain transparency on utilization of funds with our donors. The donors shall be provided monthly updates on the performance of students, programs they are linked to along with an overall performance report of the institution.

All donations made to Vidya Niketan Education Trust shall be eligible for 50 per cent exemption under 80G. The trust also has CSR registration. The FCRA license is currently under renewal.

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