A half-day Spiritual Retreat was organized by Ramakrishna Mission, Chandigarh, on Sunday, 18 May 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The programme commenced with Japam, Vedic Mantras and Stotra chanting, followed by meditation and readings from Sri Ramakrishna Vachanamrita. This was followed by the chanting of Sri Ramakrishna Ashtottara Shatanamavali, accompanied by the offering of 108 bilva leaves.
Subsequently, readings from The Gospel of Holy Mother were presented, along with bhajans and an inspiring speech by Swami Bhitiharananda. The retreat concluded with Bhoga-arati.
More than 200 devotees participated in the retreat, and cooked prasad was served to all attendees.
