"Uvakai" (உவகை) is a Tamil term that embodies the essence of happiness and joy.

நகை, அழுகை, இளிவரல், மருட்கை, அச்சம், பெருமிதம், வெகுளி, உவகை நகையே அழுகை இளிவரல் மருட்கை அச்சம் பெருமிதம் வெகுளி உவகை என்று அப்பால் எட்டே மெய்ப்பாடு என்ப

(தொல்காப்பியம், மெய் 3)

Gross National Happiness Index

In a world where traditional measures of progress often fall short in capturing holistic well-being, the Gross National Happiness Index emerges as a pioneering framework that prioritizes happiness and societal well-being over mere economic growth. Recognizing the importance of such a paradigm shift, Uvakai Research Foundation has undertaken the Gross National Happiness Index Project, a ground-breaking initiative aimed at fostering a culture of happiness, sustainability, and social progress.

"Uvakai’ is dedicated to promoting the ‘Happiness Economy"

The term “happiness economy” encapsulates an economic paradigm that places significant emphasis on well-being, contentment, and overall quality of life, in addition to conventional economic metrics such as GDP (Gross Domestic Product). This approach underscores the belief that true economic advancement should not be gauged solely by material wealth and consumption but should also take into account the collective happiness and satisfaction of individuals and communities. It represents a shift towards a more comprehensive evaluation of progress that integrates human flourishing and societal welfare into economic assessments.

Uvakai was registered as a Section 8 company, incorporated on December 27, 2023.
Our organization is led by a diverse board of seven directors, each contributing expertise from different disciplines.