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Creating a lasting legacy
Provide a platform for the students to highlight their talent and skills leading to a valuable learning outcome
Empower our communities and support
One of the most fundamental needs of developing countries like ours is good medical health and we cater to support such causes
Building a world we want
Provide opportunity to the less fortunate to prosper, thrive, and feel like they belong
Announcements and News
Our Introduction
Our vision for just, equitable and resilient communities
Hope Foundation and Research Centre (Hope Foundation) is a Registered Public Charitable Trust / Society established by Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria in the year 1979 and is pursuing its charitable objectives in the fields of education, research and development, medical assistance and community outreach programs for over 44+ years to:
- create a sustainable and valuable learning environment for students
- promote gender equality, respect and empower the women
- support causes that have strong social impact
- enhance the living standards of the underprivileged communities
- churn out technological solutions through research for betterment of quality of life
Founder President -
Hope Foundation
Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria, Founder President, Hope Foundation and Founder Chairman, Finolex Group of Companies
“I have not gone, just moved on. Each morning, we are born again to work hard and live another beautiful journey.”
“I have not gone, just moved on. Each morning, we are born again to work hard and live another beautiful journey.”
Pralhad P. Chhabria Awards
Hope Foundation in association with the IEEE India Council and Women In Engineering Affinity Group, IEEE Pune Section has instituted the Pralhad P. Chhabria Awards from the year 2017, in memory of Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria.
WHY CHOOSE US
Our Goal Is To Make Your Life Better
Hope Foundation and Research Centre is committed to educating aspiring youth and supporting social issues that will transform lives and communities.
To create a sustainable world for future generations by promoting education and medical health, facilitating effective research, and accelerating progress through innovative collaborations.
- Foster enduring knowledge, civic and social responsibilities, leadership & personal growth within the environment in which every individual matters
- Hold high standards of character and truthfulness as the foundation upon which our institutions are built
- Embrace the diversity of all individuals, ideas and expressions for both personal and institutional success
Our Institutions
Education and Research
Finolex Academy of Management and Technology (FAMT), Ratnagiri
Est. 1996
- 6 Undergraduate Engineering Programmes
- 2 Master Degree Programmes
- 2 Doctoral Programmes
- 1600 + students on campus
- 73+ University Rankholders
- Accredited by NAAC
- NBA Accredited – 3 UG Programmes
International Institute of Information Technology (I²IT), Pune
Est. 2001
- 3 Undergraduate Engineering Programmes
- Master Degree Programme
- Dedicated in-house Research Centre
- 1200 + students on campus
- 16+ University Rankholders
- Accredited by NAAC – Grade A
- Recognised u/s 2(f) of UGC Act
- NBA Accredited – 2 UG Programmes
Pralhad P. Chhabria Research Center (PPCRC), Pune
Est. 2016
- Recognized as a SIRO
- 145 Research Faculty
- 3 Thematic Research Areas
- Outreach Activities and Services
- National and International Collaborations
- Funded & Sponsored Research Projects
Managing Committee
Board of Trustees
Dr. Aruna Mukesh Katara
President
President
Mr. Amit Mukesh Katara
Vice President
Vice President
Ms. Amrita Mukesh Katara
Member & Trustee
Member & Trustee
Dr. Mukesh Dolumal Katara
Member & Trustee
Member & Trustee
Dr. Samita Moolani
Member & Trustee
Member & Trustee
Dr. Avinash Nand Katara
Member & Trustee
Member & Trustee
Ms. Sangeeta Sarju Bajaj
Member & Trustee
Member & Trustee
Mr. Amit Mukesh Katara
Vice President & Trustee
Ms. Aruna Mukesh Katara
President & Founder Member
Ms. Amrita Mukesh Katara
Member & Trustee
Dr. Mukesh Dolumal Katara
Member & Trustee
Dr. Samita Moolani
Member & Trustee
Dr. Avinash Nand Katara
Member & Trustee
Ms. Sangeeta Sarju Bajaj
Member & Trustee
OUR FUN FACTS
You’ve The Power Today To Change Tomorrow
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Funds raised by 7020 people in 18 days
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If you know, you can do better…
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Donors and Patrons
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Our Team
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Number of Beneficiaries
5402
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Student Alumni
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Financial Support
Causes We Support
- Support the differently-abled
- Promoting gender equality & women empowerment
- Organizing Cataract Surgeries on economically weak patients
- Undertaking R&D activities on social issues
- Advancement of Education
- Extending financial assistance for education and medical needs
- Providing fee concessions, waivers and academic scholarships
- Supporting entrepreneurship development & technology incubators
- Imparting industry oriented skills and trainings
- Promoting social awareness programmes
- Organizing community outreach activities
- Joy of giving and sharing
Even small donations can give big smiles
Donate For Causes You Care About
We wish to state that every donation matters to us and we solicit the support of individuals and organizations who share our passion and commitment to create an environment enabling an “inclusive society.”
We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the promoters, corporate and individual donors, establishments, Government agencies, HUFs & Trusts, and other persons who are supporting us with their generous contributions and donations and assisting us in fulfilling our social and charitable initiatives.
Charity Partners
Providing financing support to help social organization build livelihoods
Awards and Recognition
Latest events
News and Happenings
Workshops on the 20th Aavishkar: Inter-Collegiate Research Convention
The Department of Students’ Development, University of Mumbai, conducted a Summer Workshop for the 20th Aavishkar: Inter-Collegiate/Institute/Department Research Convention 2025–26…
Industrial Visit to Finolex Industries
An industrial visit was successfully organized for Third-Year (TE) EXTC students to the Instrumentation Department of Finolex Industries Ltd. (FIL),…
Session on ‘How to Plan for Start-up: Legal and Ethical Steps
Department of Computer Science and Engineering (AI & ML), in collaboration with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) and the Innovation…
Testimonials
What They Say
Thank you for the opportunity to speak and interact with students. Wish you the very best in the major mission you have undertaken.
Som Mittal
Former President, NASSCOM
Great Day! It was wonderful unveiling the statue of PP Saheb, a great institution and inspiration.
Dr. R. A. Mashelkar, FRS
National Research Professor, President - Global Research Alliance
Amazing infrastructure, wonderful staff and very powerful leadership of IIIT. Interesting discovery of a great institution in Pune
Mr. Narendra Barhate
Managing Director & CEO, Seed Infotech Ltd
I am so impressed by what has been built and even more impressed by the passion to build an even greater future.
Edgard D Kegan
US Consul General
Very good institute and faculty with energy and devotion.
Dr. Manpreet S. Manna
Director, SWAYAM & PMSS INcharge Parliament Cell All India Council for technical Education, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India, New Delhi
My visit showed me that PP Ji is still guiding this institute. The Research center is for many creative ideas and is headed by a very energetic person with expertise in many different fields. I congratulate the whole team and of course the leader Mrs. Aruna for her efforts and leadership. I wish the institute all the success.
Dr. A. S,. Kolaskar
Former Vice Chancellor, The Neotia University
Humbled to be at I²IT, Pune to meet the team of faculty members and benefit from the pioneering work being done.
Prof. N. Vinod Chandra Menon “ 
Very good institute and faculty with energy and devotion. Would reach new heights in coming years for sure.
Dr. Manpreet S. Manna“ 
Thank you for the opportunity to speak and interact with students. Wish you the very best in the major mission you have undertaken
Som Mittal“ 
I am so impressed by what has been built and even more impressed by the passion to build an even greater future.
Dr. Edgard D Kegan“ 
Great Day! It was wonderful unveiling the statue of PP Saheb, a great institution and inspiration.
Dr. R A Mashelkar“ 
