Shree Chhotubhai A. Patel, fondly known as "BAPUJI", was the son of a schoolteacher as well as a teacher by profession. In his later years, Shree C. A. Patel initiated the creation of Shakti Krupa Charitable Trust to fulfill his desire to serve rural and poor communities through providing Health, Medical & Educational services. Unfortunately the sands of time quickened the end of his life and he was unable to witness the seeds that he had sown and nurtured grow to their fullest bloom. However, when heartfelt intentions are noble and sincere, nature takes care of the outcomes. The Lord, in the form of his sons and well-wishers, inspired their minds and hearts to continue his mission. In 1995, the Shree Chhotubhai A. Patel Hospital and Community Health Center was established, and in 2000, the Shree Chhotubhai A. Patel Learning Institute was established to provide integrated education to the children of the rural area.

Kiran Patel, Bapuji's eldest son, graduated from the School of Medicine in Ahmedabad and received a postgraduate degree in the U.S.A. He serves on the Board of Trustees at the University of Southern Florida, U.S.A. He holds memberships in international associations such as AAPI (American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin) and AIF (American India Foundation). In 2007, He was aware the "GUJARAT GARIMA", the highest civilian award by the State Government of Gujarat for his philanthropic activities at national & international level. Dr. Patel's medical background and international experience make him an important driving force of this Institute. His wife, Dr. Pallavi Patel, and children help to support him in his mission.

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Dinesh Patel, Bapuji's second son, received his degree in Pharmacy from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad and his doctorate from the University of Michigan in the U.S.A. In 1993, he was awarded the 'HIND RATNA' award by the Government of India for his contributions in the drug delivery field. Over the years, Dr. Patel has received numerous prestigious awards in recognition of his entrepreneurial and scientific abilities. In 1985, Dr. Patel co-founded a pharmaceutical company, which gained international recognition in the field of innovative drug delivery. Dr. Patel's executive and scientific skills represent a considerable asset to the Institute. His wife, Kalpana and their children help and support him in his mission.

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Pradip Patel, Bapuji's third son, received his MBA degree from the University Eastern Michigan, U.S.A. Pradip is fully dedicated in the Trust's mission, along with two elder brothers. His primary interest is to develop the sports curriculum and facilities at the C. A. Patel Learning Institute, to enable students to become physically dynamic and mentally robust. His wife, Naina Patel, and children help and support him in his mission.

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