About Us

Bridge Coalition of Rational Thinking (Reg. No. IV-190200862/2025, formerly locally known as Bengal Council of Rational Thinking) is a registered NGO trust that emerged from Dum Dum Cantonment, Kolkata.

It was officially founded on 5th February 2024 by four visionary founders — Pronil Halder, Srinjoy Dutta, Sayan Ananda Sengupta, and Debosmita Mondal. On 6th June, B.C.R.T was registered under the Indian Trusts Act 1882. Currently, B.C.R.T is run by the core trustees Pronil Halder, Srinjoy Dutta, Samyabrata Sarka and Subhajit Das.

The organization was established with the goal of uniting individuals who believe in rational thinking. With a strong emphasis on reality-based analysis, it strives to build a society where rationalism and the exchange of ideas are given utmost priority.

--> Founding Members:
Pronil Halder (President)
Srijoy Dutta (Secretary)
Sayan Ananda Sengupta (Former Member)
Debosmita Mondal (Former Member)

--> Current Trustees:
Pronil Halder (President)
Srijoy Dutta (Secretary)
Samyabrata Sarkar (General Trustee)
Subhajit Das (Treasurer)

--> Place of Origin:
Kolkata, West Bengal, India

--> Date of Establishment:
5th February, 2024

--> Date of Registration:
6th June, 2025

--> Registration number:
IV-190200862/2025

--> Darpan ID:
WB/2025/0716083

--> Core Principles:
The foundation of Bridge Coalition of Rational Thinking is built upon twelve core ideals, all dedicated to the vision of a progressive and enlightened society:

- Promoting the establishment of a society free from religious influence.
- Spreading rational thinking among individuals.
- Focusing on the quality of education rather than just literacy.
- Eliminating superstition and unscientific beliefs.
- Empowering women through rationalism.
- Raising awareness about environmental impact and sustainability.
- Practicing positive human ethics and moral values.
- Encouraging creativity and innovation.
- Preserving diverse cultural heritage.
- Promoting mental and physical health awareness.
- Enhancing skills in time and financial management.
- Normalizing educational qualification in political leadership.

--> Long-Term Vision:
Bridge Coalition of Rational Thinking emerged as a non-political platform with the aim of uniting individuals who believe in rational thought.

Rather than enforcing drastic societal changes, B.C.R.T. believes in fostering collective progress among people with diverse opinions through dialogue and shared goals.

The organization envisions a society where rationalism prevails, creativity is celebrated, and regressive mindsets are firmly rejected. With a mission to guide the path toward a future of logic, progress, and enlightened thinking, B.C.R.T. continues its dedicated work.

--> The Need for Rationalism:
In today’s modern world—marked by technological advancements and global connectivity—the need for rational thinking is more crucial than ever.

The persistence of superstition, caste discrimination, racism, and unscientific beliefs highlights the urgent necessity of promoting rational thought.

Rationalism serves as a foundation of resistance against superstitions and discriminatory ideologies. It encourages social inclusion, equality, and intellectual freedom—all grounded in logic and evidence.

Through various initiatives, B.C.R.T. actively promotes rationalism and contributes to the positive transformation of Indian society. By doing so, it aims to inspire future generations to build a prosperous future based on reason, equality, and ethics.