SHRI SANATAN DHARAM KUMAR SABHA

(Registered Under Societies & Registration Act XXI of 1860)

Head Office:- Dharamshala Sheranwali, Sheranwala Gate, Patiala-147001, Punjab, INDIA
Ph. No. :+ 91-175-2216960, 2206960
Registered Under Section 12-A and donations are exempted under section 80 G of IT Act
Approved by Government of India to receive foreign donations by reg. no. 115310020

Shri Sanatan Dharam Kumar Sabha, Patiala was founded in the year 1912 by Sh. Kulwant Rai
Gupta ji with a vision to serve the poor and needy people of the society. Due to the
compassionate and noble efforts of Sh. Dasondhi Ram Birji Maharaj to help the helpless and
needy, the Sabha gained popularity and donations. Over the years, it has grown to be an
umbrella organization for a variety of social activities.
In the year 2008, the reins of the Sabha were handled over to the Honorable Shri Bal Krishna
Singla ji. 17 th August, 2022 marks the 110 th anniversary of this prestigious institution. On this
memorable day, we would like to share a list of milestones and achievements of the Sabha.
1. S.D.K.S YADVINDRA PURAN BAL NIKETAN, Lahori Gate, Patiala- ORPHANAGE FOR GIRLS
The Bal Niketan was established in the year 1933 to provide a safe haven to
orphan children. Presently, there are more than 40 girl inmates who along with
boarding and lodging, are provided with quality education and vocational training.
The center is well equipped with solar system, solar geyser and 4-G WiFi facilities. It is
notable to mention two girls are currently studying engineering at Thapar University,
Patiala and a few girls are pursuing vocation of nursing.
After completion of education and attaining marriageable age, they are married in a
befitting manner. Till date, with the generous donations of all the members about 100
girls have been married and are leading a happily married life. Bal Niketan is registered
organization under Juvenile Justice Act and under Central Adoption Resource Authority
(CARA) for adoption. On 15th February, 2012 Mr. Varun Roojam, Deputy Commissioner
inaugurated PANGURA Cabin in Bal Niketan.

1. S.D.K.S YADVINDRA DASONDHI RAM BIRJI APAHAJ ASHRAM, RAJPURA ROAD,

Patiala- A PLACE FOR DISABLED AND DESTITUTE PEOPLE
This home for the disabled and destitute persons was established in 1940. At
present, there are more than 60 males and females. All inmates are adequately looked
after and are provided all amenities which include boarding and lodging facilities and
medical aid. The home is clean and spacious. The Ashram is equipped with television
sets for the entertainment of inmates.

2. EDUCATION
 The Sabha is running – (i) Atma Ram Kumar Sabha Sr. Sec. School, Safabadi Gate,
Patiala (ii) S.D Kumar Sabha Shakuntla Girls Sr. Sec. School, Lahori Gate, Patiala.
Professionally qualified and experienced teachers have been appointed for the
supervision of the students. The schools are equipped with adequate infrastructure
including an auditorium, science laboratories, computer labs, libraries, and
playgrounds. Both the schools have an affiliation from Punjab School Education Board.

3. CREMATION GROUNDS
Shri Sanatan Dharam Kumar Sabha maintains two cremation grounds situated at
Rajpura Road, Patiala and Ghalori Gate, Patiala. The surrounding area of these grounds
has a large number of trees and flower plants. Proper arrangements for sitting and
drinking water have also been made for the people accompanying the deceased.
Unclaimed dead bodies are cremated free by the Sabha. Funeral vans and Refrigerator
Box (to preserve dead body) service is also available free of cost. In addition to this,
parking facility for over 100 cars is provided in both the Cremation Grounds. The
provision for gas crematorium is installed in the Rajpura Road Cremation Grounds.

4. S.D.K.S AGGARSAIN HOSPITAL, Rajpura road, Patiala - HEALTH

The hospital was established in 1977 and it is rendering philanthropic services to
the public. All major specializations i.e. Medicine, Surgery, Gynecological,
Orthopedic,dentistry, physiotherapy, radiology etc. are run by the Hospital. Poor and
needy patients are provided medical check-ups and treatment free of cost. The Hospital
also holds periodic medical camps to inform the people.
5. S.D.K.S DHARAMSHALA SHERANWALI, Sheranwala Gate, Patiala- Yatri niwas
The Dharamshala is situated in the center of the city at The Mall, Patiala. There
are 20 rooms (including 4 AC rooms) for Yatries. These rooms are available at a
reasonable price to the Yatries.

6. S.D.K.S DASONDHI RAM BIRJI FOUNDATION - LIBRARY

The Sabha is running a library in Nehru Garden. The library provides a wide range
of books on a variety of subjects. The library also has subscription for various magazines
and newspapers in different languages.
7. STITCHING and BEAUTY PARLOUR TRAINING CENTRES- Women Empowerment
The Sabha is running three stitching & parlor centers named Mata Dhan Devi
Stitching Centre, Adalat Bazar, Patiala, Seth Ram Prashad Stitching Centre, Tej Bagh
Colony Chowk, Patiala and S.D.K.S. Nirmal Devi Stitching Centre, Gobind Nagar, Model
Town, Patiala. Till date, the Sabha has imparted training to over a hundred female
students. After completion of vocational training, women are provided with sewing
 machines and make-up kits to make then self-reliant and help them earn their
livelihood.

8. Birji Community Centre- Community Centre

Birji Community Centre is situated at Birji Mandir, Jourian Bhattian serving people of
surrounding areas and catering to their everyday needs. The center is equipped with
two AC halls, one meeting hall, two rooms with attached bathrooms and separate bath
areas for ladies and gents.

9. SDKS Rajmata Mahinder Kaur Community Centre (SDKS Bhawan)- Community

Centre

The newly inaugurated SDKS Bhawan spreads across 6000 sq yards at Rajpura Road.
The Community Center consists of two halls of 4500 sq ft., each. The center has two
meeting rooms, lift, generator and parking facility for over 100 cars. It is an excellent
space to organize activities like prayer meetings, seminars and conferences for the
people of the city.