Day 1 – May 31, 2025 (Sri Ramakrishna Day)
The three-day annual celebration at Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Morabadi, Ranchi began on May 31, 2025, with the observance of Sri Ramakrishna Day. The event opened with Vedic chanting and ceremonial lamp lighting by the monks and brahmacharins.
The inaugural devotional song, “Prem Bharo Mon Re Gao Ramakrishna Naam,” was melodiously rendered by Swami Ishwarananda, accompanied on tabla by Shri Renushankar Mishra. A religious convention commenced at 4:30 p.m. on the topic “Spiritual Renaissance in India and Sri Ramakrishna.”
- Swami Bhaveshananda, Secretary of the Ashrama, welcomed all guests and shared thoughts on how Sri Ramakrishna’s advent was a response to the cultural and spiritual decline initiated by colonial forces.
- Swami Satsangananda, Secretary, TB Sanatorium, Tupudana, Ranchi, and Shri Suresh Narayan Jha, Member of the Managing Committee, also addressed the topic.
- Swami Satyadevananda ji, Secretary of Ramakrishna Math and Mission, Mumbai, presided over the session and gave an emotionally resonant and inspiring address on Sri Ramakrishna’s divine life and mission.
The session concluded with a devotional song “Apni Kari Apanar Puja” by Swami Prabhunamananda.
A cultural programme followed at 7 p.m., featuring vibrant performances by students, devotees, and GAP children.
Day 2 – June 1, 2025 (Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi Day)
The morning session included performances and a prize distribution ceremony featuring participants from GAP, Swami Akhandananda Project, the Balak Dal, and the Sarada Mahila Committee. Rural children presented a compelling drama on the life of Swami Vivekananda.
The afternoon session’s theme was “The Role of Holy Mother in the Renaissance of Indian Womanhood.” The event began with Vedic chanting, floral tributes to Holy Mother, and an opening song “Rupe Theke Aroopa” by Swami Ishtakamananda.
Speakers included:
- Swami Bhaveshananda who highlighted Holy Mother’s grace and strength during the early days of the Mission.
- Dr. Devjani Ray, Head of Geography Dept., Nirmala College, who spoke on Holy Mother’s ideals of compassion and empowerment.
- Sri Ashok Kumar Dutta, a senior householder devotee, encouraged women to emulate Holy Mother’s life.
Special guests Sri Rajesh Agrawal and Smt. Preeti Verma, donors for the temple construction, and Sri Puneet Kumar Poddar, were felicitated for their generous contributions.
The Presidential Address by Swami Satyadevananda ji praised Holy Mother as a supreme source of inspiration in women’s education and spiritual life.
The evening featured soulful devotional music by Swami Shivadhishananda (Narendrapur), including the Bengali song “Pakhi Tui Thik Thik Boshe Boshe Thak”, touching the hearts of all present.
Day 3 – June 2, 2025 (Swami Vivekananda and the Vision of a World Guru India)
The theme of the concluding day was “World Guru India in the Light of Swami Vivekananda’s Ideals.”
The session began with Vedic chanting and floral tributes, followed by a welcome song “Moortimaheshwara Mujwala Bhaskara” by students of RKMVERI, Ranchi.
- Swami Bhaveshananda delivered the welcome address and emphasized Swami Vivekananda’s vision for India’s spiritual and national resurgence.
- Dr. Chokalingam, Vice-Chancellor, Sarla Birla University, as Chief Guest, spoke about the erosion of national pride and the need to revive cultural consciousness.
- Students Amit Saha and Riya Roy presented moving speeches on national service and women’s empowerment.
- An interactive Q&A session followed, in which the guests addressed thoughtful questions from students.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Pankaj Mishra, Assistant Professor, RKMVERI, Ranchi.
The event concluded with a cultural evening by artists from Nagpur Kala and Sanskriti Kendra, Khunti, whose captivating performances left the audience mesmerized.
Conclusion
The three-day celebration was a spiritually uplifting experience that echoed the timeless teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother, and Swami Vivekananda. It fostered devotion, national pride, women’s empowerment, and youth leadership—truly a vibrant tribute to the ideals of the Ramakrishna Movement.
