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Bhavans Thrissur Kendra was established on 4th November 1978 under the visionary leadership of Shri. P.B. Nair.
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan probably left a lasting impression on Shri PB Nair during his sojourn as the Regional Director of the Press Trust of India (PTI), Bombay. During his tenure afterwards as one of the Directors of Dhanalakshmi Bank having registered office in Thrissur, Shri. P.B. Nair was able to bring like- minded luminaries into realizing the dream of starting this great institution.
With stalwarts at the helm, the Bhavans Thrissur Kendra made a promising beginning with Shri NS Mahadevan (Then Chairman of Dhanalakshmi Bank) as the Chairman and Shri PB Nair, himself as the Secretary. The three Vice-chairmen were Shri Chithran Namboodiripad, Dr SK Pisharody, and Shri TAG Menon. Shri Pujara was the treasurer. Dr KF Manavalan, Dentist, KPB Nair and Shri Pankajakshan, Chartered accountant, were the committee members. It was in 1979 that the Kendra announced the setting up of an educational institution affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.
Starting in a two-room tenement on Shornur Road, Patturaikkal, with 16 students under the guidance of Smt Ammini Brahmani Amma (Retired Deputy Director of Education, Thrissur) moving to Natananiketan, a hall situated in Shornur Road in 1980, and to a larger building owned by Shri PB Nair in 1982, the progress was fast and steady.
1983- Smt Annapurni Shastri, wife of the Deputy Commissioner of Income tax in Thrissur joined as the first Principal.
1983 also saw the setting up of the Parent Teacher Association with Shri KS Unni as its President.
The large-heartedness of Swami Mridanandaji Maharaj, the then President of the Sri Ramakrishna Matt, who with the approval from Srimat Ranganandaji Maharaj, , the then President of Sri Ramakrishna Matt and world wide provided Bhavans the Matt's large house on Korappath Lane, off Palace Road where today stands the well-known Bhavans Town School with the gigantic structure of the Sarva Dharma Maithri Pratishtan.
Later, a five-acre plot 7 kms east of Thrissur was bought. This is where Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Poochatty made a start. Ever since, it has surged ahead and continues to do so with the blessings of God Almighty and the guidance and support of its various stakeholders.
In response to increasing demand for admission to Bhavan's Schools known for quality education, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Thrissur started its second CBSE School, Kualpati Munshi Bhavan's Vidya Mandir at Pottore, Kolazhy Panchayat, Thrissur, named after the illustrious founder of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kulapati K.M. Munshi in June 2004.
What we see today is the fruit of the relentless and selfless efforts of innumerable individuals.
NEWS & EVENTS
Exhibition of pictures drawn by students of Class 1 to Plus 2 of Kulapati Munshi Bhavans Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Thrissur was held at Kerala Lalith Kala Academy, Thrissur from June 10 -21, 2025. The exhibition well attended and well appreciated by all was inaugurated by Prof. Abhilash Das, Principal, Govt. Fine Arts college, Thrissur.
Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition
On September 14, 2025, Sreekrishna Jayanthi Day, Bhavan’s Thrissur Kendra organised 36th All Kerala Interschool Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition. More than 300 students from various CBSE and State Schools enthusiastically participated in the competition. It was inaugurated by Sri. P. I. Sherief Mohammed, Hon. Secretary, Bhavan’s Pathanamthitta Kendra. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, Thrissur Kendra and Kulapati Munshi Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Thrissur scored the first and second positions respectively. But as a standing practice, these positions were bestowed on the next higher point holder Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir Eroor, Ernakulam and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir Irinjalakuda respectively as by practice, the host units do not hold the top positions in the competitions.
Varun Menon, a Class 8 student of Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Poochatty is the First rank holder of the National Level All India Talent Search Examination (AITSE) 2024. A Maths and Science genius with oratory skills, Varun Menon has a number of achievements to speak aloud. They include the State Rank First at the Silver zone Science Olympiad Level 1, the State Rank Second rank in the Silver zone Maths Olympiad Level 1, Medal of Distinction in the SOF Maths (IMO) and Science (ISO) Olympiad Level 1, to name a few. What sets him apart is his humble demeanour and enthusiasm to experiment newer pastures, a rare blend one yearns for!
Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, organised Samskritolsavam 2024 on November 23, 2024.
The impressive inaugural function began with the lighting of the lamp and an inaugural dance by the students of Puranattukara Sanskrit College. In his inaugural address, the Guest of Honour, Dr. V.K. Vijayan, the President of Guruvayur Devaswom, spoke about the need to preserve the Sanskrit language. He further appreciated this initiative as the first among CBSE schools. As many as 164 students from 13 schools participated in the various competitions organised. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, emerged winners, while Bhavan’s Vidya Bhavan, Irinjalakuda, and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Eroor, secured the second and third positions respectively.
At the valedictory function, Dr. N.M. Narayanan, Assistant Professor, Department of Sanskrit, Sree Kerala Varma College, Thrissur, was the Chief Guest. Dr. Indira Devi, Associate Secretary, Bhavan’s Thrissur Kendra presided over the function.
Navaratri festival was celebrated with devotion and festivities. Bommakkolu, the traditional exhibition of idols of gods and goddesses was held on all the nine days. Students from the KG wing to the Higher Secondary wing of both schools at Poochatty and Pottore, Balamandir of Thrissur Kendra actively participated in the functions held on these days. Bhajans, classical dances and percussion performances were held on Navaratri days by students and staff members, attracted big crowds of parents and well-wishers.
The 33rd Edition of the All Kerala Inter School Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition was conducted by the Kendra on August 26, 2024, coinciding with the occasion of Shree Krishna Jayanthi. More than 300 students from 30 different schools participated in the competition with enthusiasm. The Competition was inaugurated by Swami Nandathmanandaji Maharaj of Sree Ramakrishna Ashram, Poonkunnam. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar, Kochi, secured the first position and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Irinjalakuda, the second.