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UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES

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An immersive journey into India's rich cultural heritage through experiential learning, meaningful interactions, and community upliftment.​​

2-4 weeks, Rajasthan, India
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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Destination Nawalgarh is a student immersion programme set in the heritage town of Nawalgarh, Rajasthan, at just a 2.5-hour drive from the historical royal city of Jaipur, India.

 

Students select a certification in one of the courses: Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship, Wildlife Ecotourism, Indian History & Culture or NeoHeritage Fashion. The programme provides deep exposure to arts, culture, and sustainability. Students interact with Rajasthani handicraft traditions, explore the havelis of Shekhawati, and be mesmerised in our historic Podar Haveli Museum.

 

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the region, impact it through community-driven projects, internships, and artisan-led traditions, and emerge with renewed perspectives and a lease on life. 

 

Experience real India, true wellness & authentic journeys up close. Each trip is customised to your curriculum criteria, faculty-led learning goals, and India wish list. Add on an optional tour to the Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, or Qutub Minar – each tour is tailored to the university's goals at competitive price points. 

IDEAL FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN

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VISION: LEARNING GOALS

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IMMERSE

Impact

Exposure to Indian culture guaranteed, and immerse in the opulence of the Shekhawati region.

IMPACT

Undertake projects to benefit the local community. Practical lessons to boost skills and résumé.

Emerge
EMERGE

The Podar legacy in education. With a vision set by Mahatma Gandhi, share in the values of giving back.

Immerse

ABOUT NAWALGARH

Ramnath A. Podar Haveli Museum

Nawalgarh is a heritage city in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, known as the "Golden City" for its frescos and havelis, and India's 'open-air art gallery'.

  • Location: Midway between Jhunjhunu and Sikar.

  • Connectivity: 5.5 hours drive from New Delhi, 2.5 hours from Jaipur.

  • Climate: Arid/Semi-arid. Hot in Summers, Cold in Winters.

  • Known For: Forts, palaces, diverse ecosystems, and craftsmanship.

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To contribute to education in a young India, great visionaries and philanthropists: Pandit Madan Mohan Malviyaji, Shri Jamnalal Bajaj and Shri Anandilal Podar came together to establish the Anandilal Podar Trust in 1921. It is of utmost pride that Mahatma Gandhiji himself was the Chairman Trustee of the trust. Anandilal Podar Trust is honoured to be amongst the two private trusts that Bapuji ever accepted to be trustee during his life. Following this, the Trust has been committed to giving back and providing quality education to learners in rural and urban areas across the nation for over 100 years. The Trust has established over 37 charitable schools, colleges, management institutes, hospitals, and vocational training centres across India - including the first Institute of Management in Rajasthan, bearing the Podar name. Currently, over 30,000 students are studying in these institutions as the Anandilal Podar Trust continues growing to enrich more lives and contribute to lifelong learning.

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THE CAMPUS

We leverage our institutions across Nawalgarh for workshops, activities, and internships.

PODAR COLLEGE CAMPUS
RAMNATH A. PODAR HAVELI MUSEUM
BOTANICAL GARDENS CAMPUS

WHAT'S INCLUDED

ACCOMODATION

Students stay in nearby hotels with spacious rooms with close proximity to the Podar Campus. Options of twin-sharing, single rooms available.

Stay in Nawalgarh and a one-night stay in Delhi is included for international visitors.

TRANSPORTATION

Airport pick-up, dropoff, internal transportation for academic purposes are included. Leisure/personal travels on the students' own expense.

FOOD

3 meals a day: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner are included. Snack options provided with an in-room kit and snack bags provided for long journeys.

ACTIVITIES

All tourism, project work, curriculum, artisan-led workshops, interactions, and tours part of the Destination Nawalgarh are included as planned in advance with the institution prior to departure.

COURSEWORK

Learning material, examination material, and course content are covered in the cost quoted to the university, including the certification.

OPTIONAL TOURS

Podar offers AT ADDITIONAL COST, add-on tours for sightseeing in Delhi, Jaipur, Agra (Taj Mahal), Mumbai and any other city close to port of landing.

NOT INCLUDED: Airfare/travel to India, optional tours, other costs such as room service, personal shopping, leisure, alcohol, etc. Zero tolerance policy for narcotics, bullying, and illegal behaviour. Subject to minimum batch size confirmation, prior discussion, and price quoted at the discretion of Podar.

HOLISTIC PROGRAMME

The programme is based on these 5 core components that each student embarks on.

Meditation With Beads

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WELLNESS

Experience liberation and serenity through the mystic traditions of India, using dance or yoga to start the day. Connecting with your body results in improved moods, and balance that benefits your mental health.
Sustainability

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COURSE STUDY

Certified courses to gain mastery in one of the four topics:
Wildlife Ecotourism, History & Culture, Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship or NeoHeritage Fashion
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Artisan Weaving Closeup
Wildlife Ecotourism
Community Event

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PROJECT WORK

In chosen course study, select a research/project topic to benefit the community and gain practical work experience
Indian Art

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HANDICRAFTS

Access the handicraft traditions of India, learn from artisans the ancient arts such as pottery, fresco painting, henna & more
Tourist Place

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EXPLORE

Explore the region as a tourist and visit architectural wonders, sit around a bonfire, ride a camel and dine like Indian royalty

TESTIMONIALS

Destination Nawalgarh – The Time of Your Life
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Destination Nawalgarh: Curated, customised itineraries with care
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The Destination Nawalgarh Experience – India for the first time
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Destination Nawalgarh, a cultural exploration
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Destination Nawalgarh a "fantastic time"
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Destination Nawalgarh: Uncover the depth of India
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Destination Nawalgarh: Indian History & Culture Course – Indus to Independence
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Destination Nawalgarh: Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship Course
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Courses Offered

COURSES OFFERED

This course aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of sustainability and social entrepreneurship, its benefits to society and the power of business.

Teaching Methodology

  • Students will work on a project that will benefit the local community.

  • A mentor will be assigned who will guide them throughout the project.

  • Work with partner organisations to develop and implement plans to achieve learning and community objectives outlined by each coursework topic.

Pre-requisites

  • Students are required to have intermediate proficiency in English to engage with course materials and participate in discussions effectively.

  • Eligible participants should be enrolled in high school or college and be at least 16 years old.

  • The programme requires a minimum of 10 participants and can accommodate up to 25 per batch.

Sustainability & Social Entrepreneuship

​​Course Outline [40 hours]

  • Week 1: The Green Side of Business – Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship

  • Week 2: How to Make Green by being Green

  • Week 3: Advocating green, building green and minting green

  • Week 4: Be in the green zone – understanding ESG (Ethical, Social, Government Implications)

Certification ​​

Students will receive a certificate for this course from the Anandilal Podar Trust, in a global setting, providing unparalleled exposure. The student takes back learnings which would then take enrich your university and their peers.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

A breakdown of the 4 weeks, and a typical day in Nawalgarh

WEEK 1-2

Land in Delhi, travel to Nawalgarh

Orientation and Coursework

WEEK 3

Project Work + Coursework

Handicraft Activities + Community Meets

WEEK 4

Project Submission, Local Tourism

Exam Preparation

Graduation

MORNING

Yoga/Dance [Wellness] activity

Breakfast in the hotel

Depart for campus

AFTERNOON

Coursework/Classes/Project Work

Lunch on campus

Handicraft Activity/Tourism

EVENING

Entertainment/Activity

Dinner

Rest and retire

GALLERY

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Customise your Journey

IMMERSE. IMPACT.

EMERGE.

As someone from the world of education, Destination Eduspace programmes are the most immersive, up close, and comfortable journey a student can have to a new place. Plan your high school visit to showcase the beauty of India, reconnect with your roots or give back with all of us here at Podar.

 

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