About Naveen Garden

Naveen Garden, the center of GNF, is located in Krishnapuram village, Musiri Taluk, Trichy district.

Hands on Learning for Students

Naveen Garden serves as the center for experiential ( hands on ) learning and integrated farming for the student community. Educating the next generation about biodiversity conservation, ecological knowledge, natural resource sustainability, and environmental stewardship is the center`s goal. Students gain experience through direct, hands-on activities.

Agricultural activities such as irrigation, vermicomposting, organic and integrated farming, cattle farming, horticulture, rainwater harvesting, biofertilizers, soil and water management, and nutrient cycling are offered. Students observe various exotic animals and their behavior, learn about domestic animals, and animal classification. They also participate in bird watching, seed collection, tree planting, and seed ball making.

Agro-tourism

Naveen Garden is registered with TNAU to promote agro-tourism and integrated farming methods. Schools, colleges, and the public visit to learn about rural life, agriculture, farm animals, exotic species, and biodiversity. Traditional games, tractor and bullock cart rides, and local cuisine are offered. A garden features various flowering and water plants. The training center has benefited over 80,000 students, 30,000 farmers, and nearly 25,000 visitors.

Integrated Farming

Naveen Garden uses an integrated farming system, judiciously mixing agricultural enterprises such as cattle, poultry, and fisheries.

Green Lung

A man-made forest was created in 2019. Over 6,000 saplings of 85 varieties were planted. At least 26 bird species, 17 butterfly species, rodents, reptiles, and insects have been identified, promoting campus biodiversity.

Pet Paradise

Various domestic, native, and exotic flora and fauna are available. Visitors can see, touch, and feed animals and learn about their behavior. Naveen Garden provides educational guided tours.

Plantation

Naveen Garden covers approximately 20 acres and includes pomegranate orchards, timber plantations, fodder crops, seasonal crops, and ornamental plants.

Tank for Water Conservation

A water tank, 150 feet long, 75 feet wide, and 12 feet deep, stores water for agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and domestic use.

Tree House

It is designed and constructed around strong, native live tree trunks. It is an appealing architectural design in Naveen Garden.

Facilities

The auditorium serves as a multipurpose hall and is available for conducting training programs, seminars, and other events. It can accommodate a maximum of 100 people. For accommodation, spacious rooms featuring furnishings and amenities like high-speed internet are available. We offer authentic village food to trainees.

Rehabilitation & Adoption

Inside the premises, we are building a home for orphaned children. We rescue and rehabilitate wild animals and also adopt domestic animals.

Projects & Volunteering:

We collaborate with many educational institutions and have signed MOUs to provide students with project opportunities. We welcome volunteers who want to connect with farming and experience a natural way of life.

Library:

We have a mini-library with more than 1000 books of various genres. Students and trainees have access to this library, a valuable resource in our training center.

Proprietor:

Dr. Naveen Krishnan, who has received numerous national and state accolades for his outstanding environmental contributions, has made Naveen Garden a haven for nature enthusiasts to explore and learn about biodiversity. Naveen Garden is a great place to relax in the lap of nature!

Kindly contact the number below before visiting Naveen Garden.

Dr.Naveen krishnan

Ph: 9842353713