*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.
