Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant organized a month-long non-residential Personality Development Camp from April 15 to May 8, 2026, at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Kallubalu. Conducted daily from 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, the camp aimed at the holistic development of students through physical, mental, cultural, and value-based activities. A total of 59 students attended the camp. The valedictory programme held on May 8, 2026, witnessed the participation of 113 students, parents, and well-wishers.
The camp was inaugurated in the presence of Smt. Parimala Didi, who inspired the participants through her address. The daily schedule included Prathasmaran, Yoga, Karate, Shramadan, Ramayana classes, Warli art, drawing, craft activities, Yoga Nidra, and Mallakhamba, helping students develop discipline, creativity, physical fitness, confidence, and cultural awareness. Special sessions on the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda motivated students to cultivate character and leadership qualities. The inaugural programme also featured the launch of “Baalayana Katha Parayana: Stories, Art & Sanskara for Kids.”
The concluding programme began with Shanti Pat followed by an inspiring address by Chief Guest Aadaraneeya Sushree Kanta Didi, who emphasized the importance of cultural values in personality development. Students presented Vivekavani recitations, devotional songs, shloka chanting, and cultural performances that reflected their learning and transformation during the camp. The programme also included a prize distribution ceremony recognizing the enthusiastic participation and achievements of the students.
A major highlight of the concluding programme was the energetic and captivating Mallakhamba performance presented by the participants, which left the audience deeply inspired and beautifully reflected the camp’s objective of developing physical strength, mental focus, confidence, and cultural pride. The programme concluded with heartfelt feedback from participants and parents, who expressed their gratitude and shared how the camp had positively influenced the students’ discipline, confidence, and overall personality development.