National Youth Day 2025 was celebrated in Varanasi on January 12th, commemorating the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The event, jointly organized by the Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama and the Ramakrishna Mission Home of Service, highlighted Swami Vivekananda’s teachings for youth empowerment.
Key Highlights:
Youth Convention at Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama:
- Attended by 42 youth participants with 3 teachers and 15 others, the event began with traditional invocations including the recitation of Swamiji’s “Swadesh Mantra” and a soulful rendition of the inspiring “Murta Maheswara” song.
- 26 Youth delivered speeches on the theme “Swami Vivekananda: The Youth Icon,” reflecting on his life and teachings.
- Inspirational talks were given by Swami Dayapurnananda Ji Maharaj, who emphasized spirituality, nationalism, and self-reliance.
Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama, Varanasi, jointly celebrated National Youth Day, commemorating the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, with the “Swami Vivekananda Pravash Sthal Samrakshan Samiti” at Gopal Lal Villa, where Swamiji stayed for a month in February 1902.
Key Activities:
- Joint Celebration: The celebration brought together prominent lawyers, businessmen, and students, with an estimated attendance of 150 individuals. The event was held at Gopal Lal Villa, a significant location in Swami Vivekananda’s life.
- Ceremonial Worship: The program commenced with the ceremonial worshiping of a large picture of Swami Vivekananda.
- Guest of Honor: Mr. Manglesh Dubey, President of the Central Varanasi Bar Association, presided over the public meeting.
- Community Service: As part of the celebrations, Ramakrishna Advaita Ashrama distributed 130 blankets and jackets to the poor and needy in the surrounding areas.
