Ramakrishna Mission, Ujjain, in collaboration with Maharshi Panini Sanskrit Evam Vedic Vishwavidyalaya, Ujjain, organised a commemorative programme on 11 September 2026 at the University Auditorium to mark Swami Vivekananda’s historic address at the World’s Parliament of Religions, Chicago. The occasion was observed as Digvijay Divas.
The programme commenced at 4:00 pm with the chanting of Vedic mantras, followed by the collective recitation of Swamiji’s Swadesh Mantra by all participants.
Commemorative addresses were delivered by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Shivshankar Mishra; Dr. Sunil Joshi, Department of Philosophy, Hindu College, Delhi; Dr. Akhilesh Dwivedi, Head, Department of Philosophy; and two students. The speakers highlighted the significance of Swami Vivekananda’s historic Chicago Address and the enduring relevance of his message.
A book on Swami Vivekananda was presented to each participant. Around 73 professors and students attended the programme. The proceedings concluded at 5:30 pm with the singing of Vande Mataram and the National Anthem.
