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Pandit Dinesh Chandra Joshi (1926 – March 18, 2018)  was an Indian scholar for preserving Sanskrit and ancient Indian knowledge, renowned for his tireless efforts in promoting the language and its deep-rooted traditions, particularly in the state of Uttarakhand.

Joshi was born in 1926 in the village of Matela, situated approximately 50 km from Nainital, in the state of Uttarakhand, India. He was deeply influenced by his parents, who instilled in him a profound appreciation for the rich heritage of Sanskrit from an early age. Seeking further wisdom and knowledge, Joshi journeyed to Varanasi and Haridwar, where he studied under eminent scholars and saints. Embracing a barefoot lifestyle at the age of sixty, Joshi dedicated nearly three decades to traveling across India, immersing himself in Sanskrit scriptures at pilgrimage sites and learning from revered spiritual leaders. His commitment to spreading Sanskrit extended to the villages of Uttarakhand, where he passionately conveyed Vedic philosophy to children and young minds, ensuring the preservation of the language and its cultural significance.

In 1994, Joshi established a Shakti Peeth Temple in Matela, propagating the Shakta philosophical sect. In 2009, he founded a Universal Association dedicated to promoting Sanskrit Journalism, Yoga, Ayurveda, Vastushastra, and Indology. Despite numerous opportunities for recognition, Joshi steadfastly refrained from accepting state honors or awards, remaining committed to his altruistic pursuit of preserving India's intellectual traditions.

In 2014, Joshi wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, advocating for the establishment of an official public broadcasting channel dedicated to sanskrit education. His vision for the wider dissemination of Sanskrit wisdom continues to resonate, particularly in Uttarakhand, where his barefooted footsteps left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.