In a celebration of academic brilliance and character-building, the annual Vivekananda Medha Puraskar 2026 award ceremony was held with great solemnity at the Vivekananda Hall on July 9, 2026.
Organized by the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Hatamuniguda, the award is instituted to recognize outstanding academic excellence and to inspire young minds to shape their futures in alignment with the life-building teachings of Swami Vivekananda. This year, the ceremony honored the top four achievers of the Rayagada district in the AISSCE (Class XII) 2026 examinations.
Highlights of the Event
- Opening Remarks: The event commenced with a warm welcome address by the Ashrama administration, highlighting the core objectives and the deep significance behind the Vivekananda Medha Puraskar.
- Words from the Chief Guest: Shri Dudhal Abhishek Dilip, IAS (Sub-Collector, Gunupur) graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his address, he warmly congratulated the awardees and urged the student community to pursue their future goals with unwavering dedication, discipline, and integrity.
- The Felicitations: The four toppers were formally honored by the Chief Guest and presented with merit certificates, cash awards, and inspirational books on Swami Vivekananda.
- Vote of Thanks: The formal proceedings concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Swami Prabhuvarananda.
The memorable afternoon did more than just celebrate exceptional report cards; it successfully rekindled the vibrant, empowering spirit of Swami Vivekananda’s message among the youth in attendance, motivating them to strive for both intellectual and moral excellence.
