Guru Purnima Celebration organized by VK Tirupati Vibhag at MGM High School

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Telugu Prant, Tirupati Vibhag, organized a Guru Purnima Celebration at MGM High School, Tirupati on the occasion of Maharshi Sri Vedavyasa Jayanthi on July 29, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Coordinated by Kum. Chinmayi Sai and Smt. Parameswari, the event brought together 140 students comprising 40 students from Class 3A, 50 from Class 6A, and 50 from Class 10A alongside teachers Ms. Lakshmi Devi and Ms. Maruthi Devi. 

Smt. Parameswari ji delivered the Keynote address on the cultural importance of celebrating traditional festivals and the timeless reverence owed to spiritual and academic guides. Tailored interactive sessions were conducted across the different age groups to deepen the students' understanding of the guru-shishya tradition.

For the younger learners in Classes 3 and 6, the inspiring story of Daumya Maharshi and his devoted disciple Aruni was narrated to illustrate the virtues of obedience, devotion, and following a teacher’s guidance. Meanwhile, a dedicated session for Class 10 students focused on the rich legacy of Sanatana Dharma, urging them to embrace their cultural roots, take pride in their heritage, and honor their gurus. 

The two-hour celebration served as an engaging and morally uplifting experience for all participants.

Guru Purnima Celebration organized by VK Tirupati Vibhag at Sri Padmavathi Jr. College

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Telugu Prant, Tirupati Vibhag organized a Guru Purnima Celebration at Sri Padmavathi Jr. College, Tirupati, on 29th July 2026, commemorating the Jayanti of Maharshi Sri Vedavyasa. The programme was held from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM and witnessed the participation of 40 students and staff members.

The program featured an enlightening keynote address by Smt. Parameswari, who spoke inspiringly on the deep spiritual and cultural significance of Guru Purnima as well as the importance of preserving Indian heritage through festival celebrations.

The gathering provided students with valuable insights into honoring teachers and elders, concluding as a meaningful and memorable occasion for the institution.

Guru Purnima Celebrated with Matru-Pitru Puja at Amalapuram

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Telugu Prant, Godavari Vibhag, Amalapuram Karyasthan, celebrated Guru Purnima with a Matru-Pitru Puja on 9th August 2026 at Ravi Foundation. Enthusiastically planned and organized by the Sanskarvarga participants, the programme brought together 30 attendees, including 20 children and 10 parents, fostering a spirit of gratitude and reverence towards parents and teachers.

The auspicious proceedings began with the chanting of three Omkaras and the Sahanavavatu prayer led by Kum. Jahnavi, a second-standard student. A poignant highlight of the event was the sacred Matru-Pitru Puja, led by Ms. Vishalakshi, reinforcing the timeless tradition of honoring parents as the first spiritual guides.

The gathering was then addressed by Shri P. V. Krishna, Sah Sanyojak, who delivered an inspiring talk on the profound significance of Gurupournami and the role of spiritual discipline in daily life. Following the address, Kum. Sanvi led the gathering in 11 Omkaras, leading into a collective Pushparchana offered to the sacred Om symbol, accompanied by a soulful recitation of the Gurustotram by Kum. Harshita. The program also featured the KutumbaYoga Diksha Certificate Distribution, led by Sri A. Siva Sai Gowd ji to recognize the commitment of participating families. 

The memorable celebration drew to a peaceful close with the chanting of the Sarve Bhavantu prayer led by Ms. Surya Reshma.

Chhote Scientist Workshop for Teachers at VKV Kallubalu

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Kallubalu (Karnataka Prant), successfully organized the “Chhote Scientist” Workshop for Teachers on August 10, 2026, at Patanjali Hall. The event brought together 23 participants, including 15 teachers from eight neighboring schools, four VKV teachers, and four resource trainers.

The program commenced with a Prayer and Vivekavani, setting a reflective and focused tone for the day. Distinguished guests Sri Ramesh Ji and Sri Nagabhushan Ji graced the programme.  To energize the group, Anjali Didi led an interactive action song designed to demonstrate how simple, joyful activities can significantly sharpen students' attention and observation skills.

The primary sessions were expertly facilitated by Sri Raviraj Ji, Sri Tushar Ji, Sri Ranjeet Ji, and Kum.Vibhavari Didi, focusing on experiential learning, memory testing, differentiation, and connecting science concepts directly to real-life experiences. 

Sri Raviraj Ji emphasized using the five sense organs as primary tools to cultivate student curiosity, advocating for active observation over rote memorization. Adding to the session's practical value, guests Sri Ramesh Ji and Sri Nagabhushan Ji addressed the gathering on the societal dangers of youth alcohol consumption, urging educators to guide students toward healthy, responsible lifestyle choices. 

The workshop concluded on an enriching note, equipping the participating teachers with practical, activity-based approaches to nurture scientific temper, curiosity, observation skills, and experiential learning among students.

Amrut Parivar Bhajan Sandhya by VK RT-Nagar

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, Kempegowda Vibhag, RT Nagar Branch organized a Bhajan Sandhya at the residence of Smt. Pushpa Didi, RT Nagar, on 6th August 2026 as part of the Amrit Parivar Programme. The programme was attended by 51 participants, including 4 family members and 47 other participants.

 The programme commenced with a soulful Bhajan Sandhya, where devotional songs and chanting created a serene and spiritually uplifting atmosphere. The programme also provided an opportunity for Karyakartas and children to interact with the family members and guests.

As part of the gathering, Kendra Parichaya was given, introducing the participants to the history, ideals, mission, and various service activities of Vivekananda Kendra. The interaction helped strengthen the bond with the family and provided an opportunity to encourage their continued association with Kendra activities.

The programme concluded with the distribution of special Prasadam, leaving the participants with a sense of joy, spiritual fulfilment, and togetherness.