Revered Srimat Swami Suviranandaji Maharaj, General Secretary of the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, paid an inspiring visit to the Ramakrishna Mission, Sribhumi (Assam), on November 7th and 8th, 2025. The purpose of the visit was to consecrate the newly constructed educational facility, Premananda Bhavan, and to provide spiritual guidance to the devotees and the community.
Revered Maharaj’s arrival on November 7th was marked by a spontaneous and enthusiastic welcome from the local community. The reception included:
- A formal Guard of Honour.
- An 80-bike rally proudly displaying the Mission flag.
- A lively band procession featuring devotional songs performed by students of Saraswati Vidya Niketan.
Inauguration Ceremony
The highlight of the visit took place on November 8th, 2025, with the inauguration of the newly built Premananda Bhavan.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by several distinguished political and social dignitaries:
- Sri Kripanath Mallah (MP)
- Sri Kamalakshya Dey Purkayastha (MLA)
- Sri Kaushik Rai (Hon’ble Minister, Assam)
- Sri Rabindra Chandra Deb (Chairman, Sribhumi)
Purpose and Scope of the Premananda Bhavan
The newly inaugurated facility, named after Swami Premanandaji Maharaj, one of the foremost direct disciples of Bhagawan Sri Ramakrishna, is designed to serve primarily as a Vivekananda Computer Centre and Digital Resource Room.
The main objective of this facility is to provide crucial opportunities for computer education, digital literacy, and academic support to poor and needy students, hostel residents, and other underprivileged learners of the surrounding areas.
Furthermore, responding to requests from nearby colleges and schools, the Computer Centre will be utilized during morning hours (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) as a Digital Resource Room or Digital Library. This initiative offers access to e-learning materials and competitive examination resources, helping deserving students prepare for their future with confidence and discipline, in line with Swami Vivekananda’s vision of “man-making and character-building education.”
In addition to its primary function, the building will also be used for occasional scriptural study classes, devotee gatherings, retreats, and other service-oriented programmes, thereby making it a true centre of learning and spiritual upliftment.
Addresses and Spiritual Benediction
Following the inauguration, a meeting was arranged for the devotees:
- Daytime Address: Revered Maharaj spoke eloquently on the dynamics of society’s growth and the essential need to overcome materialism by adhering to the timeless teachings of Swami Vivekananda.
- Evening Address: Later, in the Main Shrine, Revered Maharaj delivered a highly inspiring talk on the practice of Vedanta in daily life, leaving a profound spiritual impression on all attendees.
Conclusion
The two-day programme concluded with prayers, leaving all devotees filled with immense joy and deep spiritual inspiration. The inauguration of the Computer Centre marks a significant milestone in the centre’s mission to combine spiritual ideals with practical, character-building service for the community.
