Ramakrishna Mission, Kalyani organized a Youth Convention on 11 June 2024 in association with University of Kalyani at Vidyasagar Hall (KU).
Inauguration
- Traditional lamp-lighting ceremony with Vedic chants by Vivek Anusheelan students
- Floral offering to Swami Nityayogananda, Acharya, Probationer Brahmachari Training Centre, Belur Math
- Welcome address by Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission, Kalyani
- Presentation of mementos to dignitaries by University of Kalyani authorities
- Keynote Address by Prof. Amalendu Bhunia, Vice-Chancellor, University of Kalyani (Topic: Swami Vivekananda’s Contribution to Nation Building)
Themed Sessions
- Session 1: Swami Vivekananda’s Scientific Ideas (Swami Nityayogananda, Acharya, Probationer Brahmachari Training Centre, Belur Math)
- Discussion on Swami Vivekananda’s views on science with references to Upanishads and other philosophies
- Session 2: The Glorious Story of Ancient India (Br. Rajib, Ramakrishna Mission, Kalyani)
- Visually-supported presentation highlighting documented scientific advancements in ancient India
- Screening of documentary film “Marutsakha” on ancient Indian aeronautics
- Open house discussions following both sessions
Concluding Ceremony
- Refreshments for participants
- Vote of thanks
- Peace chanting
Media Coverage
- Short documentary on the program telecasted by DD Bangla at 10:00 PM
