Building An Enlightened,
Inclusive And Harmonious Society
Fifteen years of illuminating lives across Tamil Nadu and beyond through solar energy, spiritual wisdom, and service education since 2011.
Divine Inspiration, the highest form of learning.
तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय
Lead us from darkness (Ignorance) to
light (Enlightenment)
Sun's rays, containing the life source, activate all beings on the earth. Science and Technology capture the sun's energy and light our surroundings even in the night. Meditation on the Sun (God) leads us to enlightenment through "Divine Inspiration", signified by the blooming lotus petals all around.
Sustainable Living and Selfless Giving lead one to Divine Inspiration
In 2011, V Partha Sarathy, a retired I.T.S (Indian Telecom Service) officer of Govt of India, post retirement after 36 years in service in various capacities in DOT(Department of Telecommunications) of MoC & on the Board of TCIL, was inspired to contribute in reverence to the society at large. With a willing colleague & a veteran Social worker, he founded "Divya Prerna Foundation", as a Public Charitable Trust, in Chennai, on 15th July 2011, on the Guru Poornima day.
From a single solar lighting project to 32 major solar projects across 13 districts, impacting over 1 Lakh lives — this is the story of a 15-year journey across Sustainability, Spirituality, and Leadership.
80G Exempt
Tax Status
Tamil Nadu
Registered
SELCO
Technology Partner
What guides us, on our journey.
The principles that shape every project, every partnership and every life we touch.
Vision
An enlightened and inclusive society living with compassion, peace, and In harmony with nature.
Vision
We envision a world inspired by Divine Inspiration, where people live in harmony with nature, embrace timeless values and work together to build a compassionate, sustainable and inclusive society.
Mission
Inspiring lives through three interconnected pathways that nurture sustainable development, universal wisdom and leadership.
Mission
We promote sustainable living, improving lives by innovative solutions through use of renewable energy, spiritual wisdom and inspired leadership.
Values
Inspiration. Compassion. Integrity. Sustainability. Service.
Values
- ✓ Compassion to the underprivileged & underserved
- ✓ Nature-sustaining living and development
- ✓ Service before self
Guiding Principles Shaping Our Journey
Fifteen years of grassroots work have taught us that impact comes not from scale alone, but from how we serve.
Public Access Locations
Establishing Solar Systems mostly in Public Access Locations , like Schools, Orphanages, Hostels, Medical / Community centers etc.
Remote and underserved regions
Prioritising serving rural / remote regions and underserved / marginalised communities , and sought by genuine seekers
Innovative and contextualised solutions
Highly innovative and contextualised solutions covering four major areas of Solar Lighting / Livelihoods / Education / Health
Community-Funded Independence
Funding mainly from our own individual contributions and that of Friends & Well-wishers / interested Donors and not relying on Govt. grants or CSR Funds.
Universal & Inclusive Service
All the projects and activities of DPF are dedicated universally to the welfare of the needy / seekers, irrespective of caste, creed, religion or gender.
Voluntary skills
As an all-volunteer team, we believe in channelising voluntary skills, time and resources from the larger community for a good cause.
15 Years Of Impact
From a single spark of divine inspiration to illuminating communities across India
Birth
Birth of Divya Prerna Foundation and registration of Trust.
Beginning
First project of DPF — solar lighting project at PV Kalathur Temple and TN Government Higher Secondary School.
Website
Launch of DPF website.
Outreach
First remote hilly terrain school lighting project in Siruvattukkadu, Kodaikanal Hills.
Recognition
DPF receives 80G certificate granting 50% exemption on donations to DPF.
Spirituality
DPF’s Second Mission on Spirituality — book launch of Panchajanyam Beckons and Shirdi Sai Baba.
Education
First solar smart class at Panchayat Union Primary School, Kopaneri, Coimbatore.
Relief
COVID-19 response and lockdown relief.
Healthcare
First 100% solar-powered 24×7 Primary Health Centre at PHC Vaigai Dam.
Decade
DPF at 10 — 10th Anniversary Celebration.
Inclusion
Solar-powered digital education and lighting project for the Kattunayakan nomadic tribal community settlement at Thiruparankundram.
Empowerment
Solar-powered flour mill for Women Self Help Group, Madurai.
Livelihood
Solar-powered E-Seva Centre for transgender community livelihood initiative at Trichy Collectorate.
Leadership
DPF’s Third Mission on Non-Formal Education launched with Youth Leadership Retreat at Desh Bhagat University, Punjab.
Expansion
DPF’s first project outside Tamil Nadu — solar lighting at Sirsi Gurukulam, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka.
Milestone
DPF completes 15 years of service to society!
The head, heart and hands behind the work.
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Board of Trustees
V.PARTHA SARATHY
Founder and Managing Trustee
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C.R.NARASIMHAN
Founder-Trustee
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(Late) S.G.SUBRAMANIAN
Founder-Trustee
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S. SEENIVASAGAN
Trustee
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NIRUPAMA SARATHY
Trustee
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Experienced experts who have kindly offered to guide us on the path ahead
Pratibha Arvind Sarathy
Chief Advisor - Technology & Digital Infra
Pratibha Arvind Sarathy
Pratibha is an Engineer and Management Graduate with extensive experience in technology, insurance and consulting. She is passionate about the arts, sustainability and supporting NGOs. She advises Divya Prerna Foundation on technology, website development and digital presence.
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Nambirajan S
Chief Advisor - Projects & Partnerships
Nambirajan S
Nambirajan is a development consultant with over 15 years of experience in decentralised renewable energy and solar-based livelihoods. He has led solar village and livelihood initiatives across Tamil Nadu and supports rural communities through sustainable energy solutions. He currently leads climate and livelihood programmes.
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Advisor - Fundraising & Compliances
Position Open
We are looking for the right person to join our Advisory Board in this role. If you'd like to contribute your experience to our mission, please get in touch.
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Advisor - Media & Communications
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Advisor - Finance & Audit
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We have open positions on our Advisory Board. If you'd like to contribute your experience to our mission, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Us →Donors & Volunteers Who Fuel Our Mission
To every individual, institution, corporate partner, volunteer and well-wisher who stood beside us, thank you for helping transform lives and communities.
Whether volunteering to make assessment visits or helping with documenting our work through case studies and films, whether supporting us in on-ground events or online meets, we are grateful for every enthusiastic contribution of time and skills towards the cause.
Whether one-time or regular donors, your individual contributions — small or big — help power our missions to serve the underprivileged, underserved, needy and seekers. Above all, your continued trust, encouragement and support means a lot!
Organizations That Back Our Mission
We are fortunate to have long-standing associations with institutions, businesses and technical partners who have supported our operations.
SELCO Solar Light
Technology Partner
G. Badri Narayana & Co.
Audit & Compliance Partner
Compuprint
Printing & Communications
IDBI Bank
Banking Partner
Offeraa Technologies
Web Hosting Partner
Nithin Vishnu
Visual Storyteller
SK Creative House
Web Designing Partner
Selco Foundation
Project Funding Partner
NABARD
Project Funding Partner
JupiterNet Boss Pvt Ltd
Former Web Designing Partner
BPL Technovision
Former Technology Support Partner
