Welcome to the Rekhi Centre of Excellence for the Science of Happiness, K.R. Mangalam University

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Empowering Minds

Programs that promote mindfulness, gratitude, and positivity.

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Scientific Approach

Evidence-based tools from positive psychology and neuroscience.

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Community Well-being

Outreach and engagement for a happier campus culture.

The Rekhi Centre of Excellence for the Science of Happiness, K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram is established in year 2025. It is a collaborative initiative the Rekhi Foundation for Happiness (Gold River, CA, USA) and K R Mangalam University, Gurugram. This centre is established under an MoU with the Rekhi Foundation, founded by philanthropist Dr. Satinder Singh Rekhi, known for promoting the "Science of Happiness" across leading institutions worldwide. The Rekhi Foundation supports initiatives that blend scientific inquiry with emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological well-being. The centre aims to promote research, training and education and the practice of wellbeing for students and teachers through the application of happiness and wellbeing.

This centre nurture positive mental health, emotional resilience, and holistic happiness among students, faculty, and the community. Through training, workshops, and experiential learning, we integrate the science of happiness into education and everyday life.

Our Vision & Mission

🎯 Vision

To emerge as a nationally recognized Centre of Excellence dedicated to advancing the science of happiness, emotional well-being, and positive mental health through research, education, innovation, and community impact.

🚀 Mission

To promote scientific understanding of happiness and well-being
To integrate positive psychology into academic and co-curricular ecosystems
To empower students, faculty, and staff with tools for enhanced mental wellness
To collaborate with global institutions, researchers, and practitioners
To build a thriving, inclusive, and emotionally resilient campus community

Meet Our Team

Advisory Board

Patrons

Abhishek Gupta (Pro-Chancellor, KRMU)

Rohit Gupta (Director, KRMU)

Co-Patron

Prof. Raghuveer Singh (Vice Chancellor, KRMU)

Adjunct Faculty Member

Dr. Satinder Singh Rekhi

Members

Prof. (Dr.) Shravan Kumar (Dean, SOLA)

Dr. Aditi (Assistant Professor, SOLA)

Dr. Kalyani Seth (Assistant Professor, SOLA)

Experts associated with Rekhi Foundation or other centres

Member Secretary

Dr. Nudrat Jahan (Associate Professor, SOLA)

Student Happiness Ambassadors

Nivishka, Ashi, Jiya Yadav, Riya Chaudhary, Lakshita Soni, Preeti Kumari, Aditya

Programs & Initiatives

Education and Training

Course on Science of Happiness

Training in emotional resilience, self-development and capacity building

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Happiness Curriculum

Courses focusing on mindfulness, self-compassion, and emotional intelligence.

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Workshops & Seminars

Regular interactive sessions on positive psychology, stress management, and gratitude practices.

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Research & Publications

Faculty and student-led projects studying well-being indicators, emotional regulation, and happiness interventions.

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Outreach & Community Engagement

Programs for school students, local communities, and special groups to spread happiness education.

Our Space for Happiness

Facilities

The centre is designed as a calm, interactive space for reflection and learning. Facilities include:

🧠 Mind Lab

💆 Counselling & Therapy Area

🎥 Audio-Visual Setup

📖 Resource Library

👥 Group Activity Zone

Research for a Happier World

Research & Collaborations

The centre promotes interdisciplinary research exploring the connections between happiness, psychology, neuroscience, and education.

Key Research Areas:

Positive psychology and resilience

Emotional intelligence in education

Mindfulness-based interventions

Happiness metrics and assessment tools

Collaborations: With Rekhi Foundation and Happiness Centres of other universities (e.g., IIT Kharagpur, IIT Delhi).

Recent Events and Announcements:

Happiness Week Celebration

Mindfulness & Gratitude Workshop

Student Happiness Ambassadors Training

Guest Lecture: “Science Behind Happiness

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