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Goenka tradition · India

Dhamma Pala

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Founded

1995

Capacity

150 students

Tradition

Goenka tradition

Languages

English, Hindi, Marathi

About this center

Located near Pune on the Mumbai-Pune corridor. Serves the Pune metropolitan area which has one of the largest concentrations of Vipassana practitioners in India. Hosts regular 10-day courses plus shorter weekend courses for old students. Pleasant Deccan plateau climate most of the year.

How to reach

Nearest airport
Pune — 35 km
Nearest railway
Pune Junction — 30 km
Climate
Pleasant year-round, mild
Best season
October to March

Before you apply

Easy access from Mumbai by train or car. Strong Marathi-language support. High demand from local sangha — apply early.

New to Vipassana? Read the full guide before applying — the 10-day course expects you to know what you are committing to.

Apply for a course

Applications go directly to Dhamma Pala. Darshya does not handle bookings — the center reviews each applicant personally. The course itself is donation-based (no fee).

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