A MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER
“Vana was created as a sanctuary for childhood- a place where learning grows slowly, deeply, like roots in rich soil. Here, children are free to wonder, to explore, to play. And in that freedom, they discover who they are becoming.”
– Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy
Rooted in
Educational Excellence
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Dr. Tristha isn’t just building schools — she’s nurturing a generation
that will care for the Earth with empathy, imagination, and courage.
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Under her guidance, Ekya Vana Early Years doesn’t teach about nature
it teaches with nature. Through play, exploration, and wonder, children find their purpose.
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Backed by a Ph.D. in Education and global exposure
Her leadership blends rigorous research with grounded, natural wisdom.
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Ekya Vana Early Years was born from a simple but radical idea:
that nature is the most profound teacher, and children thrive when they grow close to it.
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From aquaponics and organic farming to beekeeping,
she lives the very principles she hopes to pass on to young learners — balance, care, and harmony with the Earth.
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Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy’s own journey in education is rooted in a love for the natural world.
For her, nature is not a concept — it’s home, teacher, and lifelong companion.
The ethos of Ekya Vana is deeply shaped by the lived values of Dr. Tristha’s parents — lifelong educators and changemakers whose quiet strength continues to guide our purpose.
Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy is a visionary. She founded the CMR Jnanadhara Trust in 1990. The Trust started the National Junior School (now CMR National Public School). What began as a modest school in an orchard is now a full-fledged CBSE school. Today, CMR Group runs 20 institutions in Bengaluru, educating thousands of students annually.
Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy
President, CMR Jnanadhara Trust | Chancellor, CMR University
Sri Ramamurthy’s belief that education must nurture not just intellect, but integrity and empathy, is embedded in the ethos of institutions like Ekya and CMR University. Today, his legacy lives on through his family’s continued leadership in education — blending innovation and tradition.
Sri K.C. Ramamurthy
Founder-Chairman of the CMR Group of Institutions
K.R. Jayadeep, Pro-Chancellor of CMR University, drives its expansion with innovation. Mastermind behind its modern 60-acre campus, he’s established 9 specialised schools offering industry-relevant academic programs.
K. R. Jayadeep
CEO, CMR Group of Institutions Pro-Chancellor, CMR UniversityReady to
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