On the auspicious Tithipuja Day of Swami Brahmanandaji Maharaj, Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Jalpaiguri, inaugurated its new initiative, “Maternity and Child Welfare Services,” on Friday, January 31, 2025. The event witnessed an overwhelming participation of over 150 attendees, featuring Vedic chanting, devotional songs, and inspiring speeches.
The program commenced with a floral tribute to the Holy Trinity, offered by monastics and dignitaries. Several esteemed guests addressed the gathering, including:
- Sri Tamojit Chakraborty, SDO, Jalpaiguri
- Dr. Asim Haldar, CMOH – Health
- Dr. Kalyan Kumar Mukherjee, DMO, Aayush
- Dr. Trideep Das, Dy. CMOH-I
- Dr. Paramita Paul, Nutritionist
- Dr. Bidhan Saha
The speakers commended the initiative, emphasizing the critical need for maternal and child healthcare in the region. Their words of encouragement and support added to the enthusiasm and hope surrounding the project.