Reg. No.: E-1812 (Raigad)
THE BUDDHIST WELFARE TRUST, ULWE
द बुद्धिस्ट वेल्फेअर ट्रस्ट, उलवे, रायगड
Reg. No. E-1812 (Raigad)  |  रजि. ई–१८१२ (रायगड)
अध्यक्ष : आयु. मधुकर रगडे
सचिव : आयु. प्रमोद गजबे
खजिनदार : आयु. कृष्णा केदारे
Buddhist Welfare Trust · Ulwe, Raigad

Empowering Lives
Through Dhamma,
Dignity & Justice

Rooted in the timeless teachings of Lord Buddha and the revolutionary ideals of Phule, Shahu & Ambedkar — working for education, health and social justice across Maharashtra.

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Gautama Buddha
गौतम बुद्ध
The Enlightened One
☸   Our Guiding Inspirations   ☸
Rajmata Jijamata
राजमाता जिजाऊ
Rajmata Jijamata
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
महात्मा जोतिबा फुले
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
Savitribai Phule
क्रांतिज्योती सावित्रीबाई फुले
Savitribai Phule
Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj
छत्रपती शाहू महाराज
Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
डॉ. बाबासाहेब आंबेडकर
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Mata Ramai Ambedkar
माता रमाई आंबेडकर
Mata Ramai Ambedkar

The Three Jewels · त्रिरत्न

बुद्ध · धम्म · संघ

The foundation of our Trust's ideology — the Three Jewels of Buddhism as taught by Lord Buddha, embraced by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, and lived by millions across Maharashtra.

Buddha

बुद्ध

Buddha · The Enlightened One

Siddhartha Gautama, the Enlightened One, who renounced worldly privilege to seek the truth of suffering and liberation. His teachings of compassion, non-violence, and the Middle Path form the spiritual and moral foundation of our Trust's work.

"बुद्धं शरणं गच्छामि" — I take refuge in the Buddha
Dhamma

धम्म

Dhamma · The Teaching & The Path

The Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path — the timeless teachings of the Buddha. Dhamma is the path of righteousness, truth, justice and liberation from suffering, caste, and superstition. It is the ethical and rational guide for a dignified life.

"धम्मं शरणं गच्छामि" — I take refuge in the Dhamma
Sangha

संघ

Sangha · The Community

The community of followers walking the path together — united in practice, service, and solidarity. The Sangha embodies collective strength, brotherhood, and the social spirit of equality. Our Trust itself is a living Sangha, working for the welfare of all people across Maharashtra.

"संघं शरणं गच्छामि" — I take refuge in the Sangha

The Buddhist Welfare Trust, Ulwe

A public charitable trust established on 27 June 2025 under the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950. Registered with the Assistant Charity Commissioner, Raigad Division, Alibag (Reg. No. E-1812).

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Office Address

Flat No. 903, Orchid Bliss, Plot No. 72, Sector-5, Ulwe, Taluka Panvel, Dist. Raigad – 410206

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Registered Under

Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950 | Reg. No. E-1812 (Raigad) | Income Tax Act 1961

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Area of Operation

Entire State of Maharashtra

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Financial Year

1st April to 31st March

Mission & Vision

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Our Mission

To empower individuals and communities through the propagation of Buddha Dhamma, comprehensive support in education, healthcare, sports and social welfare. Inspired by the combined ideology of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj and Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, our mission is to foster holistic development, eradicate social inequality, and create a just and compassionate society across Maharashtra.

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Our Vision

A society rooted in the ideals of Prabuddha Bharat — where every individual has access to quality education, dignified healthcare, and cultural enrichment. A world guided by the compassion of Lord Buddha's Dhamma, the social revolution of Phule and Shahu Maharaj, and the constitutional vision of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar — free from caste, superstition and inequality.

Our Core Objectives

The Trust works across six key pillars to serve the community of Maharashtra.

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शैक्षणिक / Education

Establishing Anganwadi, primary & secondary schools, ashramshala, special schools for differently-abled students, English medium schools, skill development centers, vocational training, Montessori, technical & medical colleges.

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आरोग्य / Health

Free medical camps, nursing education, charitable hospitals and dispensaries, expert lectures & symposia on health, healthcare for the underprivileged, medical guidance and referral services.

क्रीडा / Sports

Gymnasium & sports complex setup, organizing local, state-level and international competitions, expert sports coaching, youth welfare programs, training players for national & international representation.

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सामाजिक / Social

Honouring meritorious teachers, soldiers, athletes & students. Environmental awareness, tree plantation drives, national unity programs, disaster relief, assistance to flood, earthquake and accident victims.

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धम्मादाय / Charitable

100% utilization of received funds for intended charitable purposes. Construction of Buddha Viharas. Organizing religious festivals and events that promote national unity and social harmony.

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सांस्कृतिक / Cultural

Promoting arts, literature, music and intellectual activities. Encouraging cultural programs that celebrate diversity and unity. Supporting intellectual discourse and publishing educational material.

बुद्ध धम्म प्रचार / Spread the Dhamma

To propagate and spread the Buddha Dhamma among all sections of society. Organising Dhamma Diksha camps, Dhamma discourses, meditation retreats, distribution of Dhamma literature, and establishment of Dhamma Centres and Buddha Viharas across Maharashtra.

फुले–शाहू–आंबेडकर विचार / Phule–Shahu–Ambedkar

To propagate the combined philosophy and ideology of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, and Dr. B. R. Ambedkar — rooted in social equality, human dignity, education for all, and the eradication of caste discrimination and superstition.

Board of Trustees

Our trust is governed by 13 founding trustees with expertise across social service, law, education and public affairs.

MV
Madhukar Vishnu Ragde
अध्यक्ष · President
SS
Sukhdev Sampat Dhande
उपाध्यक्ष · Vice President
VH
Vinayak H. Ingale
उपाध्यक्ष · Vice President
PS
Pramod S. Gajbe
सचिव · Secretary
SS
Adv. Santosh S. Gaikwad
सहसचिव · Jt. Secretary
KV
Krishna V. Kedare
खजिनदार · Treasurer
CM
Chandrakant M. Khare
सहखजिनदार · Jt. Treasurer
VS
Vijay S. Hable
विश्वस्त · Trustee
SP
Suresh P. Hire
विश्वस्त · Trustee
AM
Amol M. Dahiwale
विश्वस्त · Trustee
SC
Shamrao C. Nimbalkar
विश्वस्त · Trustee
SK
Adv. Sachin K. Ughade
विश्वस्त · Trustee
MV
Milind V. Kamble
विश्वस्त · Trustee

Membership Plans

Become a part of our growing community. Choose the membership type that suits you best.

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वार्षिक सदस्यता
Annual Membership
₹1,200
per year
  • Annual membership valid for 1 year
  • Membership card & certificate
  • Access to all Trust events
  • Renewal due by 31st March each year
  • Voting rights at General Body
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✅ Eligibility Criteria

  • ▸ Must be at least 18 years of age
  • ▸ Good character and conduct
  • ▸ Willingness to participate in Trust activities

ℹ️ Important Notes

  • ▸ Fees once paid are non-refundable
  • ▸ Decision of Board of Trustees is final
  • ▸ Members must comply with Trust rules

Membership Application

सदस्यता अर्ज / Application Form

Fill in the form to apply for membership in The Buddhist Welfare Trust, Ulwe. All fields marked are required. Your information will be kept confidential.

After submission, our office will review your application and contact you within 7 working days.

Membership Rules

  • Applicant must be at least 18 years old and of sound character.
  • Membership fees are payable in full, one-time as per selected category.
  • Fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstances.
  • Members must actively participate in Trust's educational, social, health, religious, sports and intellectual programs.
  • Annual attendance at General and Special meetings is expected.
  • Membership may be terminated for conduct against Trust rules.
  • The decision of the Board of Trustees shall be final in all matters.
सदस्यता अर्ज
Membership Application — The Buddhist Welfare Trust, Ulwe (Reg. E-1812)

१. वैयक्तिक माहिती / Personal Details

२. सदस्यता प्रकार / Membership Type *

३. घोषणा / Declaration

मी, खाली सही करणारा/करणारी, "THE BUDDHIST WELFARE TRUST, ULWE" (नों. क्र. E-1812, रायगड) मध्ये सदस्यत्वासाठी अर्ज करतो. मी ट्रस्टच्या उद्दिष्टांना, नियमांना माझी संमती दिली आहे आणि त्यांचे पालन करण्याचे वचन देतो. मी ट्रस्टच्या शैक्षणिक, सामाजिक, आरोग्य, बौद्धिक, इतर कोणत्याही उपक्रमांमध्ये आणि धम्मादाय उपक्रमांमध्ये सक्रियपणे सहभागी होण्यास सहमत आहे.

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for membership in "THE BUDDHIST WELFARE TRUST, ULWE" (Reg. No. E-1812, Raigad). I have given my consent for the objectives and rules of the Trust and promise to abide by them. I agree to actively participate in the Trust's educational, social, health, intellectual, any other activities and charitable activities.
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Account Name The Buddhist Welfare Trust
Account Number 60562977932
Bank Bank of Maharashtra
Branch Ulwe Branch, Raigad
IFSC Code MAHB0001674
Account Type Current Account
Registration E-1812 (Raigad)
Your Donation Supports
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Education
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Healthcare
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Dhamma
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Office Address
Flat No. 903, 9th Floor, Orchid Bliss Co-op Housing Society,
Plot No. 72, Sector-5, Ulwe, Taluka Panvel,
District Raigad – 410206, Maharashtra
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Secretary (Authorized Representative)
Pramod Sahdevrao Gajbe
+91 98923 68941
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Registering Authority
Assistant Charity Commissioner,
Raigad Division, Alibag
Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950 · Reg. No. E-1812

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Account Name The Buddhist Welfare Trust
Account Number 60562977932
Bank Bank of Maharashtra
Branch Ulwe Branch, Raigad
IFSC Code MAHB0001674
Registration E-1812 (Raigad)
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