Celebrating the eternal wisdom: Geeta jayanti celebration at VKV Tinsukia

The auspicious day of Gita Jayanti was celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion. The program was divided into two phases.

First Phase: Geeta Path and Presentation

The day began with a Geeta path session, where students from classes I to V recited verses from the Bhagavad Gita. This was followed by a presentation on Gita Saar and the significance of the celebration.

Second Phase: Geeta Path Competition and Pariwar Sanmelen for the parents of Balvatika 2,3 and class 1

The second phase of the program commenced with the holy chanting of Omkara Sahnavavatu, followed by a welcome address by Principal Shree Ravindranath Savdeykarji. He emphasized the importance of celebrating Gita Jayanti.

Nilima didi then explained the significance of the day. and the significance of utsav celebrated by Vivekananda Kendra was explained by the anchor Laxmi didi. This was followed by a Geeta Path Competition, where parents participated with great enthusiasm.

The program also included a, "Khel," ( Mai,Pariwar Samaj ,Rashtra) which helped participants bond with each other. A group discussion was held, where five groups were given verses to interpret and present. Vandana didi summarized the discussions, relating the verses to daily life and family values.

As a token of love, "Gita for Daily Life" was distributed to all participants. The program concluded with Shanti path and Kendra prarthana.

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Celebrating Asom Diwas: Honoring the Legacy of Chaolung Sukapha

On 2dec 2024,our school celebrated Asom Diwas with great enthusiasm and fervor. The event was organized to commemorate the founding of the Ahom kingdom by Chaolung Sukapha in 1228. The celebration began with a speech delivered by Pulin Sir, one of our esteemed teachers. He spoke eloquently about the life and achievements of Sukapha, highlighting his bravery, wisdom, and vision.A video presentation was also shown, showcasing the history and cultures of the Ahom Kingdom. The video was engaging and informative, providing valuable insights into the life and times of Sukapha and Ahom people. give an interesting titile The next item on the agenda was a captivating dance performance by the students of Class 7. The dance was a beautiful representation of Ahom culture and traditions. A quiz competition was also held as part of the celebration, with questions related to Sukapha and Ahom Diwas.The Asom Diwas celebration came to a close with the singing of the state song. The event was a huge success, with students, teachers, and staff members all coming together to celebrate this important day in Assamese history.

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Class IX Student’s Educational Tour to Majuli

An educational tour to Majuli, the world’s largest riverine island located in the Brahmaputra River in Assam, was organized on 30th November 2024.The objective of the tour was to provide experiential learning by exploring the island’s cultural heritage, environmental significance, and socio-economic aspects.  

In this day long tour total Participants students were 83 with 5 faculty members. 

Arrival and Exploration 

The group visited some of Majuli’s famous Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries) such as the Aouniati Satra, Chamuguri and Dakhinpat. The students learned about the cultural and spiritual significance of the satras, which are centers for dance, music, and art. The group observed traditional practices such as mask-making and pottery, which reflect the rich heritage of the island.  

Key Learnings

1. Cultural Heritage: Understanding the contributions of the satras to Assamese culture.  

2. Traditional Crafts: Exposure to indigenous crafts such as pottery and mask-making.

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Demonstration and practice program on rope mallkamb

Padma Shree Uday Deshpandey ji, a sportsperson, Malkhambh Guru and coach from Mumbai who works
tirelessly to popularize this traditional physical practice on the global stage, visited VKV, TINSUKIA today that i 25.11.2024. He with his students showcased different Yoga postures on Rope Mallkhambh. The students of
class V, witnessed and even practiced few asana
Like HANGING PADMASANA, SHIRSHASANA, SWING SITTING, STANDING AND SLEEPING ASANAS and SHAVASANA etc.

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A Personality par excellence

On 26 November Sri Murthy BRK interacted with the students of Sec/Sr. Sec. He is from Bangalore and is an MA, PG Dip in Mass Comm, ,B.Ed, M.Ed. M.Phil in Education. He inspired students and shared some tips about how to focus in study and career.

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Sadhana Divas

*Report on Sadhana Divas Celebration Organized by Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya, Laipuli, Tinsukia*

Significance: Sadhana Divas, celebrated on the Janmatithi of Ma. Eknathji Ranade, the founder of Vivekananda Kendra, is an occasion to honor his vision, dedication, and relentless efforts in spreading the teachings of Swami Vivekananda. It is a day to reflect upon the values of discipline, selfless service, and devotion, which Ma. Eknathji lived by and inspired in others.

*Celebration at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya, Laipuli, Tinsukia*

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya, Laipuli, Tinsukia, the two-day celebration of Sadhana Divas involving students, parents, staff and non-staff, community members and alumini embodied these values through a series of meaningful and spiritually uplifting events. 

The celebration included the following highlights:

*Day 1: 18th November 2024*

*Puja and Havan*

• The day began with a Puja and Havan conducted by Pandit Ji along with Principal sir and Vandana Didi.

• The ritual set a spiritual tone for the day, invoking blessings for everyone.

*Akhanda Ramcharit Manas Path*

• A continuous recitation of the Ramcharit Manas began from the morning of 18th and lasted 24 hours, concluding on morning of 19th November.

• Students chanted the verses in shifts, class-wise, at scheduled time slots.

• Teachers, alumni (specially the first batch students) and students of classes 10 and 12 led the chanting during the night and early morning hours, continuing until 6:10 AM on 19th November.

*Day 2: 19th November 2024*

• The day commenced with garlanding and lamp lighting, followed by the school assembly.

• Students of secondary and senior secondary classes gathered in the Yoga Hall for a special Puja and assembly followed by speech. 

Priyanka Didi delivered an inspiring speech highlighting the importance of Sadhana Divas and Ma. Eknathji’s contributions.

Also Students of class 7 presented a melodious devotional song.

Followed by a PowerPoint Presentation by Moumita Didi showcased on the life and work of Ma. Eknathji Ranade, giving students an insight into his dedication to Swami Vivekananda’s ideals.

• After the morning events, everyone gathered for a community lunch, symbolizing togetherness and unity as envisioned by Ma. Eknathji. As per capacity and choice each student contributed food grains, oil, ghee, papad, and spices, fostering a sense of responsibility and collective effort.

• Around 3000 parents, alumini of different batch, chief guests, well-wishers, and VMC members joined the lunch held in the Vidyalaya’s playground.

• The arrangements were efficiently managed, and the event reflected the spirit of harmony and teamwork.

*Conclusion*

The celebration of Sadhana Divas was a fitting tribute to the legacy of Ma. Eknathji Ranade. The participation of students, teachers, parents, and the community made the event spiritually enriching and meaningful. The 24-hour chanting of the Ramcharit Manas and the community lunch were particularly impactful, fostering values of dedication, unity, and service among everyone involved.

The event concluded with a renewed sense of commitment to the ideals of Ma. Eknathji and Swami Vivekananda, leaving a lasting impression on all participants.

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