Universal Brotherhood Day Celebrated at Swami Vivekananda Vidyamandir in Madurai

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu Prant, Madurai Branch, Murugan Vistar (Balaji Nagar) organized a Universal Brotherhood Day celebration at Swami Vivekananda Vidyamandir School on 11th September 2025, with enthusiastic participation from students, staff, and Kendra Karyakarthas. The programme was a heartfelt tribute to Swami Vivekananda’s historic address at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893, which continues to resonate across generations.

The session began with prayer. A warm welcome address outlined the purpose of the gathering and emphasized the relevance of Universal Brotherhood Day in nurturing unity and harmony.

A total of 62 students, 3 staff members, and 5 Vivekananda Karyakarthas – making 70 participants – took part in the programme. The main highlight was the interactive session by Smt. Jhansi Akka, Kendra Karyakarta, who engaged the students in a lively dialogue on Universal Brotherhood and the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. She explained the message of oneness and service in simple terms, motivating the students to practice these values in their daily lives.

The students participated with enthusiasm, sharing their thoughts and answering questions during the session. The Karyakarthas also familiarized the students with the activities of Vivekananda Kendra and the importance of service as the living spirit of Swamiji’s vision.

The session left a lasting impression, inspiring the young participants to imbibe the values of brotherhood, compassion, and selfless service imparted by Swami Vivekananda.