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27 Jun 2026

Gandhi Pravasa: A Journey into Gandhian Living and Sustainable Tourism

Launched at Heggodu’s Shramjeevi Ashram, Gandhi Pravasa is a sustainable tourism initiative that offers a hands-on journey into Gandhian values—simple living, dignity of labour, handmade production and Swadeshi. Organised by Charaka in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, the initiative invites visitors to experience these ideals through rural life, craft and community.

26 Jan 2026

Hands-On Gandhian Thought: Ohana School’s Charaka Excursion

Grade 8 students of Ohana School, Bangalore, completed a four-day "Charaka Excursion" as part of the "Gandhi Pravasa" sustainable tourism initiative. Guided by Desi Trust Managing Trustee Ms. Sharada Ganesh, the trip introduced students to rural life, Gandhian thoughts, and hands-on learning across Karnataka. Highlights included participating in daily life at Charaka Shramjeevi Ashram, backwater adventures in Sharavathi, visiting historical and cultural sites like Ikkeri and Ninasam, and learning about ecological conservation, natural dyeing, and rural self-reliance.

10 Aug 2026

Workshop on Garden Management

Explore how Charaka’s staff are mastering organic farming and natural pest management in the third Gandhi Pravasa workshop, cultivating a sustainable, self-reliant garden model for the ashram and future visitors.

13 Jul 2026

Workshop on Food, Health and Income

Step into the Charaka Kitchen for the second Gandhi Pravasa workshop, where renowned culinary experts guided participants in transforming locally sourced greens, grains, and millets into nutritious, income-generating culinary delights.

5 Jun 2026

Workshop on Hospitality of Guests

Step inside Charaka's recent hospitality workshop—the first milestone in the Gandhi Pravasa project—equipping local staff to deliver high-quality, sustainable tourism experiences while preserving local resources.

8 Jun 2026

The Cobra's Canopy: Why Agumbe Rainforest is the Ultimate Wilderness Frontier

Step into the "Cherrapunji of the South"—a dense, prehistoric wonderland of torrential rains, glowing amphibians, and the legendary King Cobra. Discover the raw magic of the Agumbe forest.

8 Jun 2026

Stone, Water & the Sacred: Why Shimoga's Ancient Temples Still Fascinate

Journey through the spiritual heart of Karnataka’s Malnad region. From majestic granite architecture and powerful backwater shrines to ancient river confluences, explore the legendary local temples of Shimoga.

8 Jun 2026

Why Sharavathi Valley Is a Wildlife Haven

Deep within Karnataka’s Sahyadri mountains lies a pristine wilderness of dense evergreen canopies, endangered primates, and roaring waterfalls. Explore the ecological wonder of the Sharavati Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.