International Day of Yoga Celebration at Jigani

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, Kempegowda Vibhag, Jigani Nagarsthan, celebrated the International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2026 at Nisarga Ground from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The programme witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 65 participants, including 20 karyakartas

The program commenced with the chanting of three Omkars followed by the Sahana Vavatu mantra, establishing a deeply spiritual ambiance. The Chief Guest, Shri Nagesh Venkataram ji, delivered an inspiring address, highlighting the global significance of the International Day of Yoga and emphasizing the crucial role a disciplined, regular yoga practice plays in modern life.

Following his motivating words, the attendees participated in structured warm-up exercises and practiced various yoga asanas under expert guidance.

The event concluded gracefully with a vote of thanks and Shanti Mantra, achieving its objective of spreading profound awareness about yoga and propagating Yoga as a way of life based on the vision of oneness.

Gita Jayanti Celebration at Jigani

Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, Jigani Nagarsthan organized a Gita Jayanti Celebration on 4th December 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Kallubalu. A total of 15 people participated in the celebration.

The programme featured recitation session of five selected Bhagavad Gita shlokas, a quiz session, and an interactive scenario-based activity, which actively engaged the students and enhanced their understanding of the teachings of the Gita.

Inspirational stories and insights shared by Aadaraneeya Lalita Didi and Shri T. G. K. Murty Ji added depth and meaning to the celebration, motivating the students to reflect on the practical application of Gita’s message in daily life.

The celebration provided a meaningful learning experience, reinforcing the relevance of the Bhagavad Gita as a guiding text for values, character building, and righteous living.

Gurupurnima Celebration at Jigani

Gurupurnima is one of the five Utsavas celebrated in Vivekananda Kendra. In Kendra, Omkara is revered as the Guru, and Gurupurnima is celebrated grandly by all branch centers and projects of Vivekananda Kendra across Bharat.

On Ashada Purnima (10th July 2025), Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, Jigani Nagar conducted a Bhajan Sandhya followed by a Gurupurnima programme. A total of 11 participants took part in the celebration.

The gathering reflected upon the message from Guru Purnima letter written by Mananeeya Nivedita Didi, All-India Vice President of VRM & VK, followed by a discussion on the significance of Guru Purnima and the deeper meaning of the Guru in one’s life. The programme concluded with Shanti Mantra.