Nagpur Celebrates National Youth Day with Focus on Vivekananda's Ideals
Schools, universities, and student organizations across Nagpur united to observe National Youth Day. The city commemorated the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda with vibrant programs. These events highlighted his enduring principles of courage, discipline, self-confidence, and service. Organizers encouraged students to find a healthy balance between digital technology and real-world experiences.
ABVP Launches 'Screen Time to Activity Time' Campaign Nationwide
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) initiated its nationwide campaign 'Screen Time to Activity Time' from the University of Hyderabad. Virendra Singh Solanki, ABVP National General Secretary, addressed the gathering. He discussed the negative effects of excessive screen usage among students.
Solanki revealed that students typically spend 8 to 9 hours daily on mobile phones and digital devices. He urged young people to replace some of this screen time with outdoor, cultural, and social activities. This call aligns with Swami Vivekananda's message of purposeful living. Student union leaders participated actively, supporting the campaign's goal of holistic growth and balanced development.
Nagpur University Honors Swamiji with Traditional Ceremonies
Nagpur University marked the day with solemn traditional ceremonies. Dr Prashant Narnaware, Secretary to the Governor, and Manali Kshirsagar, Vice-Chancellor, garlanded portraits of Swami Vivekananda. Faculty and staff members attended the event. Speeches and reflections on Swamiji's life reminded students of his powerful teachings.
His call to awaken, strive for excellence, and serve society resonated throughout the program. The university community reflected on how to apply these ideals in modern education.
Schools Host Cultural Programs and Interactive Sessions
Hadas High School and Junior College, managed by the Liberal Education Society with the Rotary Club of Nagpur South, organized cultural and interactive programs. Asawari Kulkarni, head of the Vivekananda Kendra, spoke about Swami Vivekananda's journey from childhood to adulthood. She detailed his vision for a strong and awakened youth.
Class 8 student Rishikesh Kendre highlighted Swami Vivekananda's extensive social work. The school events emphasized practical applications of his teachings in daily student life.
Across Nagpur, the celebrations reinforced the importance of Vivekananda's legacy. Students left inspired to integrate his values into their personal and academic pursuits.
