bṛhat is a culture engine

To power creatives, research and design rooted in the Indian civilizational consciousness.
We convert individual, institutional and collective intent into manifestation, through three core actions
Create

visual and literary stories
design thinking and methods
research output on education and ecology
culture-rooted thought models

Curate

heritage experience journeys
culture-fit in mass media
NEP-relevant IKS curriculum
culture rooting in product and design

Consult

NEP-IKS implementation
policy thinking on education and ecology
organizational structure
leadership frameworks

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A review of annual highlights, month-on-month actions, and key deliveries under our flagship programs.

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Aucitya

A 2-day workshop for content creators, social media influencers, digital marketers, artistes and creative professionals.

21-22 June 2025

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

₹6999/- (including 18% GST)

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Girl in the White Frock | Nostalgia, Decline, and the Reinvention of Nirma
Girl in the White Frock | Nostalgia, Decline, and the Reinvention of Nirma

A reflection that weaves together business history and cultural storytelling, viewing Nirma not just as a brand that once dominated the detergent market but as a metaphor for India’s shifting aspirations and evolving self-image. What happens when a brand becomes iconic but forgets to grow with its audience?

Jun 16

1166 words

The Mahābhārata's Guide to Pigeon Problems - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Urban Challenges
The Mahābhārata's Guide to Pigeon Problems - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Urban Challenges

Drawing from the eternal dialogue between Yudhiṣṭhira and Bhīṣma, this article explores how human-pigeon conflicts have deep historical roots. It also details how our ancestors developed sophisticated frameworks for addressing them, and how these can parallel modern systems for pest-control in urban settings.

Jun 14

2286 words

Yuga Dharma - Ancient Wisdom on Cosmic Cycles and Human Potential
Yuga Dharma - Ancient Wisdom on Cosmic Cycles and Human Potential

In an era marked by declining lifespans in developed nations, rising chronic diseases, and widespread spiritual disconnection, the ancient Hindu concept of Yuga Dharma offers a profound lens for understanding these contemporary challenges. Understanding Yuga Dharma offers both historical perspective and practical guidance for navigating our present age.

Jun 8

2419 words

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o | The Language Warrior Who Undid Empire with Words
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o | The Language Warrior Who Undid Empire with Words

An obituary-cum-tribute on the life and work of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the legendary Kenyan writer, thinker, and decolonial scholar who passed away recently. The piece seeks to go beyond a conventional obituary and instead make a deeper argument about why his work matters, especially to those of us engaged in civilizational thinking, language politics, and cultural resistance.

Jun 7

1286 words

Civilizations as Kārmika Streams
Civilizations as Kārmika Streams

Civilizations are not just histories or structures, they're kārmika streams shaping the soul’s journey across lifetimes. Understanding this helps us navigate today’s chaos with deeper clarity and purpose.

Jun 6

4502 words

Book Review | Grammar of Greed - Reflections on a Fatal Ecology by Aseem Shrivastava
Book Review | Grammar of Greed - Reflections on a Fatal Ecology by Aseem Shrivastava

A book review of Aseem Shrivastava's Grammar of Greed - Reflections on a Fatal Ecology. A piercing meditation on modernity’s illusions, ecological estrangement, and the urgent need for introspection and spiritual renewal.

Jun 1

2342 words