Birth and Early Life:
- Date of Birth: September 25, 1972
- Place of Birth: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Father: Mr. BN Rao, National Boxing Coach for the Indian Army
Religious Calling and Education:
Rev. Dr. Naveen Chithai Bashpa experienced a life-changing conversion on May 21, 1992. Following his calling to ministry on June 21, 1993, he pursued theological education and academic excellence:
- Bachelor in Theology from BBC
- Master’s in Biblical Studies (MBS) from HABSAR
- Master’s in English and Philosophy from Osmania University, Hyderabad
- B.Ed. from Yogi Vemana University
Ministry and Professional Work:
Rev. Dr. Naveen has made significant contributions to both his local and wider religious communities:
- Served on the Teaching Board of BBC
- Held the position of Secretary General of AABBC
- Planted three local churches and mentored many pastors through fellowship and teaching
- Active participant in several Christian organizations
Key Initiatives and Achievements:
In 2008, Rev. Dr. Naveen co-founded the *Alwal Pastor’s Prayer Fellowship (APPF), which has grown to include 264 churches. He played a crucial role in securing a *4-acre Christian graveyard for community use. Under APPF, he has facilitated:
- Bridging the gap between government and society
- Initiating programs such as Haritha Haram (a large-scale tree-planting initiative) and education/legal awareness campaigns for holistic community growth
Writing and Teaching:
A prolific author, Rev. Dr. Naveen has written numerous Christian articles in both Telugu and English. Known for his eloquent and efficient Bible exposition, he has:
- Conducted seminars and workshops across North and South India for community welfare
- Presented papers on the rehabilitation of prison inmates and their families in India and internationally (Thailand and the US)
Beliefs:
- The Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God
- Belief in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Vision and Mission:
- Vision: To restore the Kingdom of God in the hearts of all people through the acceptance of the gospel
- Mission: To partner with local churches in spreading the love and knowledge of Jesus Christ to unreached people in India and beyond
Personal Life:
Rev. Dr. Naveen resides in ICC, Subash Nagar, Trimulgherry, Secunderabad, Telangana, India, with his wife and two children.