Our Story & Mission

Rooted in the soil. Reaching for the sky.

Bhumii Trust Fields
OUR STORY

Bhumii Conservation Centre

Bhumii Trust — meaning "Earth" in Tamil — was born from a deep love for the land, its people, and its ecosystems. Founded by Gnanasuria Bahavan Devaraj, the trust operates the Bhumii Conservation Centre as a hub of ecological knowledge, community learning, and grassroots activism.

Our work spans sustainable agriculture, natural resource conservation, forest stewardship, climate change education, and rural development. We work hand-in-hand with farming communities, tribal villages, and students across Tamil Nadu.

With over 400 blog posts and books published, Bhumii Trust has become a trusted voice for environmental education in regional Tamil literature — making science accessible to every village.

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15+
Years of Service
400+
Publications
50+
Villages Reached
10K+
Lives Touched
Founder
Gnanasuria Bahavan Devaraj
Founder, Bhumii Trust
OUR FOUNDER

Driven by Passion for the Earth

Gnanasuria Bahavan Devaraj has dedicated his life to the intersection of traditional Tamil ecological wisdom and modern environmental science. A prolific writer, educator, and conservationist, he has spent over 15 years working with rural Tamil communities to build ecological awareness and sustainable livelihoods.

"The Earth doesn't belong to us — we belong to the Earth. When we protect the soil, water, and forest, we protect ourselves. Bhumii Trust exists to remind every Tamil farmer, student, and family of this ancient truth."

Gnanasuria Bahavan Devaraj
WHAT WE DO

Our Core Pillars

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Sustainable Agriculture
Promoting organic farming, seed sovereignty, and traditional agro-ecological practices that restore soil health.
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Climate Awareness
Conducting workshops, campaigns, and publications on climate science and its impact on Tamil Nadu.
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Forest Conservation
Tree planting, forest education, and advocacy for protecting biodiversity hot-spots across Tamil Nadu.
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Rural Development
Empowering village communities with knowledge, livelihood support, and ecological skill development.
OUR VALUES

What We Believe In

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Ecological Integrity
Every decision respects the balance of nature and local ecosystems.
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Community First
Programs are designed with, not for, the communities we serve.
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Knowledge is Power
Free, accessible education is our strongest tool for change.
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Science + Tradition
Blending indigenous Tamil wisdom with modern ecological science.
OUR JOURNEY

A Decade of Impact

2008
Bhumii Trust Founded
Gnanasuria established the trust with a vision to connect people, land, and knowledge in Tamil Nadu.
2012
100 Publications Milestone
Reached 100 books and blog posts on agriculture, ecology, and rural life in Tamil.
2016
Bhumii Conservation Centre Opens
Established the physical centre as a learning hub for farmers, students, and communities.
2020
Online Education Launch
Launched free online courses to reach Tamil communities globally during the pandemic.
2024
400+ Publications & 50+ Villages
A growing ecosystem of impact across Tamil Nadu with thousands of learners.