Sri Narayanam Dharma Chalamayya
09-02-1883 to 09-02-1952
Sriman Late. Dharma Chalamaiah was the father of the founder of Ramanarayanam and he always believed that “Sri Ramayana is the documentation of towering personalities. It is a magnificent reflection of humanity. Every moment in life, we come across many episodes and personalities present in Ramayana.
He believed Srirama is the manifestation of virtues and epitome of humanity. He is referred to as “Maryada Purushottama” for the life he has lived up to. Living up to the words of parents, being rooted in virtue and truth, being committed to one wife and many more are the values that this personality of Srirama stood up to. He is the embodiment of virtues.
Ramayana must be understood in its essence by the current and future generations of the world. It must become a beacon of light for the value systems that our coming generations live up to.” He immersed himself in conducting many Srirama Mahaa Saamrajya Pattabhishekams (coronation ceremonies of Srirama). He lived in every personality and situation in Sri Ramayana.
Sri Narayanam Narasimhamurthy
Founder, 26-01-1929 to 03-09-2007
Founder Chairman of NCS Group, Sriman Late. Narayanam Narasimha Murthy had a dream that Srirama and his principles should reside within every heartbeat of humanity. He lived his life with Srirama as his breath and life. Right from a young age he spoke and taught only the language of Sri Ramayana. To serve the purpose of Srirama, he envisaged a structure that remains as a living example of Sri Ramayana and he began his dream of building a living structure of Ramayana: “Ramanarayanam” in 15 acres in Vizianagaram.
RAMANARAYANAM SRIMADRAMAYANA PRANGANAM is definitely a unique way of depicting the Ramayana, and the seed of the idea was planted two generations ago when Late Sri Narayanam Narasimha Murthy, Founder and Chairman of NCS Group conceptualized the temple to be as such. Envisioned to be more than a traditional temple for people to offer prayers, the idea was to promote it as a spiritual centre where people could see the scenes from Ramayana and take away the essence of human values from the Holy epic.
Our Vision
To be a world-class institution for Ramayana studies integrating tradition and modern relevance involves ethical vaccination and dissemination of its values through imparting knowledge, skill and attitudes (ksa). along with academics, human development through Ramayana as the core theme of our VRC .
Our Mission
To research, preserve, and propagate the ethical, philosophical, and cultural values embedded in the Valmiki Ramayana, the VRC serves as the referral and nodal centre, undertaking initiatives in academia, capacity-building, propagation, promotion, and evaluation that integrate VRC’s output with contemporary needs to empower humanity.
CORE VALUES OF VALMIKI RESEARCH CENTRE ON RAMAYANA
We uphold the timeless principles of Dharma as the foundation of education, leadership, and responsible living — as exemplified
by the characters of the Valmiki Ramayana.
We are committed to preserving and promoting India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage by integrating the Ramayana’s ethical
values into modern education.
We strive to build character, confidence, and leadership among youth through value-based education that draws from India’s
ancient wisdom.
Our programs are designed to reach students across geographies, languages, and backgrounds, using both online and offline
formats to make learning universal and inclusive.
We believe that true education nurtures not only the intellect but also shapes values, attitudes, and behaviour. Our courses are
designed to foster personal integrity, a strong sense of duty, mutual respect, and deep compassion, cultivating well-rounded
individuals committed to ethical living.
We seamlessly blend timeless wisdom from ancient knowledge systems with contemporary pedagogical approaches, including
digital platforms, interactive multimedia content, and youth-centric cultural festivals. This fusion ensures that traditional values
remain relevant, engaging, and impactful for today’s generation.
Our mission aligns with the goal of national integrity by fostering responsible citizenship, ethical conduct, and community
harmony through Ramayana teachings.
We actively seek partnerships with educational institutions, cultural organizations, and CSR stakeholders to amplify the impact of
Ramayana-based learning.
Inspired by the universal message of the Ramayana, we aim to create socially conscious individuals who contribute to peace,
justice, and sustainable communities.
We are dedicated to becoming a world-class centre for Ramayana Studies through high-quality academic research, structured
learning, and impactful outreach programs.
OBJECTIVES
Location
The Valmiki Research Centre (VRC) regards the Ramayana, composed by the great sage Valmiki, as an invaluable treasure of humanity—one of the world’s most ancient and timeless epics. Far beyond its religious origins, the Ramayana transcends cultural and geographical boundaries, offering universal insights into ethics, leadership, family values, duty, and spiritual wisdom that remain profoundly relevant even today.
The spiritual theme park “Ramanarayanam” is spread over an area of 15 acres on Korukonda Road in Vizianagaram district, 50 km from Visakhapatnam airport of A.P. This place attracts devotees and tourists from all over the world and stands as a symbol of Indian architectural and cultural heritage. “This magnificent creation is the result of a decade of dedicated effort by hundreds of skilled artisans, brought to life with the spirited chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ echoing throughout their work.” The architectural marvel of Ramanarayanam is a creative blend of ancient Indian design and modern innovation. At its heart lies a unique double-storeyed structure shaped like a bow and arrow, which artistically showcases 72 pivotal episodes from the Ramayana through intricate sculptures. Each episode is accompanied by Telugu and English subtitles, with audio guides and explanatory content available to enrich the visitor experience.
Among the many highlights of the complex is the 60-foot statue of Abhayanjaneya Swamy, a towering symbol of devotion and protection. The site also houses traditional temples, a serene meditation center, a well-stocked library, cultural venues, and themed tree groves, offering visitors a holistic spiritual and cultural journey.
The VRC has been established within the serene and spiritually vibrant campus of Ramanarayanam Srimadramayana Pranganam in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, with the mission to research, preserve, and promote the timeless teachings of the Ramayana for the benefit of current and future generations. This symbolic, spiritual, and architectural marvel is a landmark that attracts lakhs of visitors annually. The VRC is an offshoot of Ramanarayanam specially established in September 2024.
The VRC aims to channel the Ramayana’s ethical and cultural richness into modern society by integrating its teachings into formal and non-formal education. Our focus is especially on youth between standards 1st to 5th , 8th to 12th, and also to offer special courses beyond 10+2 level for furtherance of our cultural fragrance to be felt among the present generation so as to inculcate character-building values rooted in Indian ethos.
Organizational Profile:
The VRC is a Trust-based institution founded under the auspices of the Ramanarayanam spiritual theme park. We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati, and have already commenced the Ramayana Certificate Course. The Diploma in Ramayana Studies has also been designed and is ready for rollout. Ph.D. programs in Valmiki Ramayana studies are under development.
Our centre is located on a 15-acre campus, which includes:
- Bow-and-arrow shaped two-storey structure with 72 Ramayana episodes carved in sculpture
- Bilingual subtitles and audio guides
- 60-foot statue of Abhayanjaneya Swamy
- Meditation halls ,temples, cultural venues, and sacred groves
- Library and traditional vegetarian restaurant
Elderly- and disabled-friendly facilities
