Bharat Vikas Parishad (BVP) (

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History

The BVP, founded in 1963 on the birth anniversary of

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Activities

Bharat Vikas Parishad's manifesto includes social organizing for social reforms.

Donations to fight against Novel Corona Virus

BVP's regional branches were seen distributing sanitizers and raising awareness about precautions to prevent COVID-19 from spreading. Distribution of ration among people was also done. In September 2020, BVP donated 2.11 crore to the

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Scholarship for students

Scholarship for students was also distributed by BVP's regional branches.

Skill development for blinds

Under a social outreach program BVP hosted skill development program for the blind.

Awards

References

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* {{Authority control Sangh Parivar Hindu organizations Hindu organisations based in India Hindu relief organizations Volunteer organisations in India 1963 establishments in Delhi