New Delhi : The Ramakrishna
Mission, New Delhi, came alive with a vibrant celebration of Swami
Vivekananda’s 163rd birth anniversary which was commemorated as National Youth
Day. Held at the Vivekananda Auditorium of the center, the event honoredand
celebrated the timeless ideals of the great visionary and monk of India,
drawing an enthusiastic crowd of hundreds of devotees and admirers.
The day served as a reminder of Swami ji's
ideals and contributions to the nation, particularly his work in empowering the
youth of India. National Youth Day 2025 was a special occasion to reflect on
Swami Vivekananda’s teachings, his vision for India, and the impact of his
philosophy on the youth.
The ceremony was graced by distinguished
dignitaries which included Ramen Deka, Governor of Chhattisgarh; Swami
Sarvalokananda, Secretary of the RK
Mission, New Delhi; Member of Parliament Bansari Swaraj; Attorney General of
India R. Venkataramani; Dr. Vikram Singh, IPS and former DGP of Uttar Pradesh;
and Ashutosh Agnihotri, IAS, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Home Affairs,
among others.
In heartfelt speeches, the dignitaries
highlighted the profound relevance of Swami Vivekananda’s teachings in today’s
world. They urged the youth to cultivate virtues such as fearlessness, honesty,
and purity of heart—qualities essential for both personal transformation and
societal progress. “Swami Vivekananda’s life and message are a guiding light,
reminding us of the strength that lies in character and selflessness,” said
Bansuri Swaraj.
Attorney General R. Venkataramani emphasized the power of spirituality, truth and fearlessness in addressing modern challenges, while Swami Sarvalokananda reflected on Vivekananda’s vision of youth as catalysts for change.
Swami Sarvalokananda is a senior monk of The
Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, which is a global spiritual
organization which has been spreading the message of Peace, Harmony,
Friendship, Brotherhood and Universal Tolerance and Acceptance all over the world
for more than hundred years.
Swami Sarvalokananda embraced monastic life,
joining the Holy Order at its Kankhal, Haridwar, India Branch way back in 1973
where he served for 12 years where he was deeply involved in spiritual practice
and the Medical Service of the Ramakrishna Mission Hospital.
The celebrations on Swami Vivekananda’s birth
anniversary also featured soulful devotional songs, engaging speeches by the
dignitaries and an interactive Q&A session that delved into Vivekananda’s
philosophy of universal brotherhood and spiritual awakening. Attendees,
especially the youth, were inspired to imbibe Swami ji's values
and
strive for a harmonious and compassionate world.
The event served as a special reminder of
Swami Vivekananda’s enduring legacy, motivating young minds to channel their
energy toward building a brighter, more unified nation.
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