Universal Brotherhood Day Celebration in Kanyakumari by VK Nardep

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu Prant, Natural Resources Development Project (VK-Nardep), marked Universal Brotherhood Day from 11th to 27th September 2025, reaching 469 participants through celebration programmes at 15 places in Kanyakumari district. The initiatives highlighted Swami Vivekananda’s historic message of harmony and oneness, as delivered at the 1893 Chicago Parliament of Religions.

On 13th September, a special celebration was held at Manavalakalai Mandram Arakattalai, Kottaram, with the enthusiastic participation of 100 women. Shri. Vasudeo ji, Prakalpa Sanghatak, VK-Nardep and Shri. Ramakrishnan Anna, Prakalpa Pramukh, VK-Nardep joined the event. The programme emphasized unity among women, strengthening the spirit of social service and mutual support in daily life.

The Training Center at Kalluvilai, Varma Resource & Research Center hosted Universal Brotherhood Day for Varma course students.

• On 12th September, the observance involved the second-year class, with 27 participants. Dr. Kumaresan and Dr. Muthu Santhi presided, and Shri. Vijayaraghavan Anna, Vyavastha Pramukh, VK-Nardep delivered an inspiring talk on universal brotherhood.
• On 26th September, the first-year class commemorated the day, attended by 25 students and special guest Vai. Ashok Kumar. Shri. Vijayaraghavan Anna again emphasized the importance of unity and the ideals espoused by Swami Vivekananda.

From 11th to 27th September, Universal Brotherhood Day was spread to 12 villages, engaging 317 women from self-help groups. Events included interactive discussions, reflections on Swamiji’s message, and cultural activities. Key speakers included Shri. Ramakrishnan Anna and Shri. Vijayaraghavan Anna, representing Vivekananda Kendra at each location.
Notable guests such as Shri. Sankaranarayanan, retired BSNL JE, Shri. Murugan, Kishan Shang, and Smt. Kesini, retired Tahasildar of Agastheeswaram Taluk also enriched the programmes with their presence and words.

Across all venues, the celebrations were marked by active participation, meaningful presentations, and a spirit of harmony. VK-Nardep’s arrangement fostered a sense of unity among diverse groups, empowering women, students, and volunteers to carry forward Swami Vivekananda’s vision of universal brotherhood and selfless service.