The 162nd Birthday of Swamiji on 12th January 2024 as National Youth Day was celebrated in a grand manner in all the schools of Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, T. Nagar, Chennai. Swamiji’s statues and photos in the ashrama schools were garlanded and flower offerings were done. In all four schools, students and staff participated in the function. They sungÂ
Swamijis Bhajans and recited Swamiji’s quotations. They also spoke on Swamijis life and messages.Â
The Programme and Competitions held in the Ashrama:
- A Drama on “Unique incidents from Swami Vivekananda”
- Essay Writing Competition
- Recitation Competition
- Drawing Competition
- Quiz Competition
- Oratorical Competition
- Elocution Competition
- Swamiji’s Photo Exhibition
 In the Main School of Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, T. Nagar, Chennai, Swami Yadunathanandaji participated as a Chief Guest and addressed the students on Swami Vivekananda’s Life and Teachings.
In the Matriculation School, Nursery and Primary School, Swami Guruvaranandaji addressed the students and staff.
In the South School, Swami Shuddhabrahmanandaji addressed the students and staff.