Padmabhushan Dr. Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil was born on 22 September 1887 at Kumbhoj in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. His native place is Aitawade Budruk, District Sangli. Though he came from a Jain family, he rejected rigid social practices and dedicated his life to removing social inequalities through education.
Rayat Shikshan Sanstha is one of the leading educational institutions in Asia. Since its establishment, the institution has focused on providing education to the poor, deprived, and socially backward sections of society. The founder, Dr. Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil, devoted his entire life to the cause of mass education.
During his school days, he was greatly influenced by Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur, who strongly supported social equality and education for backward communities. He also drew inspiration from Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and actively participated in social reform activities.
Bhaurao Patil realized that education was the only way to remove social injustice and uplift society. With this vision, he founded Rayat Shikshan Sanstha in 1919 by starting a boarding house at Kale, Taluka Karad, District Satara. Later, the institution expanded rapidly across Maharashtra.
He believed that education empowers people to enjoy the true fruits of freedom and helps eliminate social, economic, and cultural slavery. His contribution to education and social reform remains inspirational for generations.
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