Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, conducted Winter Relief Services from 21 November 2025 to 25 January 2026, extending compassionate support to poor and needy individuals living in and around Mysuru.

During this period, the Ashrama distributed 300 warm blankets, providing comfort and protection to underprivileged families facing harsh winter conditions.

Winter Relief Services: Mysuru, November 2025 – January 2026

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The celebrations commenced at 3:00 p.m. at Cheluvamba Park, where Swami Muktidananda (Adhyaksha, Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru) performed Arati at the statue of Swami Vivekananda. This was followed by a spirited 3-km procession to the Vidyashala campus. Led by a decorated chariot carrying a portrait of Swamiji, students marched with banners and placards highlighting his life-giving messages.

Upon arriving at the campus, participants were served refreshments before gathering at the open-air theatre for a formal program. Under the presence of Swamis Muktidananda, Yukteshananda, and Mahamedhananda, students showcased their talents through devotional songs, recitations, and speeches in both Kannada and English. To honor their participation, students received books and mementoes. The event concluded with the distribution of snacks to all attendees.

National Youth Day 2026: Mysuru

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The four-day Centenary Celebrations of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, from 21st to 24th November 2025, concluded smoothly and successfully. The holy presence of President Maharaj Srimat Swami Gautamananda ji, sanctified the event, filling the entire atmosphere with spiritual joy.

A short video message of Swami Suvirananda ji, General Secreatry Maharaj, was displayed in the 7.5-minute documentary on the Mysuru Ashrama.

Attendance

• About 270 monastics, including monks from Karnataka Bhavaprachar Centres and Revered Matajis from Sarada Math.
• Around 1100 registered residential and non-residential delegates.
• Nearly 1000 additional devotees, parents, alumni, and well-wishers.
• The celebrations featured 15 sessions with 67 speakers.

Speakers

From Other Spiritual and Religious Traditions

• Sri Vishwaprasanna Teertha Swamiji, Sri Pejavara Math, Udupi
• Pujya Swami Gurusharananandaji Maharaj, Sri Udasin Karshni Ashram, Vrindavan
• Sri Datta Vijayananda Teertha Swamiji, Avadhoota Datta Peetham, Mysuru
• Pujya Sri Swayamprakasha Sacchidananda Saraswati Mahaswamiji, Shri Adi Shankaracharya Sharada Lakshminarasimha Peetham, Hariharapura
• Jagadguru Sri Shivaratri Deshikendra Swamiji, Jagadguru Sri Veerasimhasana Mahasamsthana Math, Sutturu
• Jagadguru Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji, Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math

Matajis from Sarada Math

• Pravrajika Atandraprana Mataji, General Secretary, Sarada Math
• Pravrajika Bhavaniprana Mataji, President, Sarada Math, Guntur

Political and Social Leaders

• Sri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Minister for Culture and Tourism, Government of India
• Dr. H. C. Mahadevappa, Minister for Social Welfare, Govt. of Karnataka
• Sri Tejasvi Surya, MP, Bengaluru
• Sri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, MP, Mysuru
• Sri V. Somanna, Minister of State for Railways
• Sri Basavaraj Bommai, MP and former Chief Minister of Karnataka
• Sri Pratap Simha, former MP, Mysuru

Executives, Academicians and Orators

• Sri B. V. R. Subramanyam, IAS, CEO, NITI Aayog
• Sri H. K. Patil, Minister for Law and Tourism, Karnataka
• Sri Rithesh Kumar Singh, IAS, Principal Secretary, Finance Department,  Karnataka
• Dr. R. Balasubramaniam, Member (HR), Capacity Building Commission
• Sri Chakravarthy Sulibele, Well-known orator and columnist

Senior Swamis of the Ramakrishna Order

Swamis Balabhadrananda, Atmapriyananda, Muktinathananda, Lokottarananda, Satyeshananda, Jitakamananda, Sarvalokananda, Srikantananda, Achyuteshananda, Nityasthananda, Atmajnananda, Nikhileshwarananda, Shantatmananda, Atmashraddhananda, Shantivratananda, Sarvasthananda, Bodhamayananda, Raghaveshananda, Atmavidananda, Satyajnanananda, Amurtananda, Anupamananda, Bodhaswarupananda

Major Events of the Celebrations

1. Nagara Sankeertanam – Bhajana Yatra (20 November 2025)

The curtain-raiser programme began from Sri Chandramoulishwara Swamy Temple and concluded at the Ashrama.

• Participation: around 700 monks, devotees, and bhajan groups.

2. Viveka Yatra – Procession in the City

A grand procession started from Sadvidya Pathashala and concluded at Viveka Smaraka.

• Participants: Over 1500 students, 250 monks, 500 devotees, and the general public.
• Featured elements: motorable chariot with Swamiji’s statue, folk arts, traditional instruments, and a portrayal of Swami Vivekananda.
• Prasad was distributed at the conclusion.

3. Ushakeerthana at Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Circle (6:15 am)

At the 10-foot sitting statue of Sri Sri Thakur:

• Included Vedic chanting, bhajans, introductory talk, ārati, meditation, and pradakshina.
• Attendance: more than 600 people.

4. Samarpana Samavesha

On the 24th morning, a special ceremony of offering all the services rendered by the centre during these 100 years was symbolically offered to Sri Ramakrishna on the stage by chanting, offering flowers and performing aarati.

5. Yati puja

In a specially erected pandal, about 250 monks were offered yati puja along with chanting of Veda mantras by a team of priests who are experts in chanting Veda mantras and gifts were offered in a specially designed kit. 

6. Viveka Gatha – Multimedia Cultural Programme

A large-scale cultural presentation at Vidyashala Stadium, featuring:

• Drama, music, dance, bhajans, instrumental performances.
• Themes centred on the lives of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda.
  This concluding programme deeply impressed and inspired the audience.

Upcoming Event

Preparations are underway for the inauguration of the Viveka Smaraka — Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre, likely in December 2025 or January 2026. Blessings, guidance, and support for this historic initiative are earnestly sought.

Centenary Celebrations of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru

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As part of the yearlong Centenary Celebration activities of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, World No Tobacco Day was observed on 31st May 2025, at 7:00 AM, at the Ashrama premises. Around 300 students and youth from various nursing colleges participated in the event.

The programme began with a walkathon, flagged off at the entrance of the Ashrama, proceeding through the Yadavagiri area. The participants carried placards and raised awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco. Along the way, students performed mimes and skits to convey anti-tobacco messages to the public.

This impactful event was jointly organized by Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, the Viveka Group of Hospitals, and the alumni of Sri Ramakrishna Vidyashala, Mysuru.

A key highlight of the day was the official release of the Centenary Celebration Logo, marking 100 years of the Ashrama’s selfless service.

Dr. Naren of Viveka Hospital spoke about the severe health consequences of tobacco consumption. Sri S. Balaji shared insights into the upcoming centenary events planned by the Ashrama later this year.

Swami Muktidanandaji, Adhyaksha of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, delivered a thought-provoking address on the glory of human life, emphasizing the importance of transforming addictions into a positive force for spiritual and personal growth.

World No Tobacco Day: Mysuru, May 2025

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Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru organized a summer camp titled Vasanta Vihara from 14th to 20th April 2025, in which 78 students (53 boys and 25 girls) from classes 8, 9, and 10 enthusiastically participated.

The week-long camp included daily sessions on Yogasana, Bhajans, and Spoken Sanskrit, helping the participants develop physically, spiritually, and linguistically. Monks and eminent speakers conducted interactive talks on inspiring themes, such as the life and teachings of the Holy Trio and the path to becoming the best version of oneself.

Participants engaged in creative activities like paper bag making, origami, tangram, and impactful presentations. Special sessions on Science and Technology sparked curiosity and practical learning.

Breakfast and juice refreshments were served to all attendees each day, adding to the joy of participation.

The camp concluded on 20th April 2025 with a heartwarming event, Matrivandana, where each student worshipped their mother as a symbol of reverence and gratitude. The participants also showcased their learnings through Yogasana demonstrations, a Sanskrit drama, and devotional songs in front of a full audience comprising parents and well-wishers.

Certificates of participation were distributed to all students, and special prizes were awarded to the best-performing boys and girls.

Summer Camp: Mysuru, April 2025

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The afternoon commenced with a gathering at the Swami Vivekananda statue in Cheluvamba Park. Swami Muktidanandaji, Adhyaksha of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, performed aarti to the statue in the presence of all attendees. Subsequently, a vibrant procession commenced, with students carrying banners and placards displaying messages like “Rise, Awake, and Stop Not Till the Goal is Reached” and “Youth Power for Nation Building.” A chariot carrying a large portrait of Swami Vivekananda followed the procession.

The procession culminated at the Ramakrishna Vidyashala campus, where the students were served refreshments. A one-hour program ensued in the open-air theater, featuring Swami Tyaganandaji, Swami Muktidanandaji, and Swami Yukteshanandaji on the stage. Swami Tyaganandaji delivered an inspiring address to the students.

The program included captivating performances by selected students from various schools. These performances included songs on Swamiji, recitations from his lectures, and insightful speeches on Swami Vivekananda’s life and teachings, delivered in both Kannada and English. The talented students were awarded books and mementos for their impressive presentations.

The National Youth Day celebration at Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, proved to be a resounding success, inspiring the youth to embrace Swami Vivekananda’s ideals and strive for personal and societal transformation.

National Youth Day 2025: Mysuru

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Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru organized a summer camp (Vasanta Vihara) from 14th – 21st April 2024 in which 112 (64 boys and 48 girls) students participated. During this camp, classes on Yogasana, Bhajans and Gardening were held on a daily basis.

Monks and Eminent orators delivered talks on various topics including life and teachings of Holy Trio, stories from Ramayana, herbs and home remedies, dental health and hygiene awareness, Digital deaddiction and creative writing.

Creative sessions on dramatics, art, pottery, enacting parables of Sri Ramakrishna using self-made masks and props, practical demonstration on how a post office works and biological drawings were conducted from which the participants benefited very much. Special sessions on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), and Math activities were also held.

Breakfast and juice refreshments were served to all every day and lunch was served on 4 days.

The camp concluded on 21 April 2024 in which Matrivandana, a unique event wherein each participant worshipped their mother was held. Students displayed yogasanas, performed a short drama based on the parables of Sri Ramakrishna and sang devotional songs in front of a full gathering including their parents.

Certificates of participation were given to all and prizes were awarded to the best participants among boys and girls.

Summer Camp: Mysuru, April 2024

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The National Youth Day was celebrated in Mysuru under the auspices of Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru on 12th January, 2024. About 1000 students from 7 schools including Ramakrishna Vidyashala participated in the celebration. 

In the afternoon at 3 PM, the students along with teachers, monks and devotees gathered in front of Swami Vivekananda’s statue in Cheluvamba Park. Swami Muktidanandaji, Adhyaksha of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru performed aarti to Swamiji in the presence of all. 

Soon after, a procession commenced in which all the gathered students carrying banners and placards with Swamiji’s message walked for about 2 km towards Sri Ramakrishna Vidyashala. They were followed by a chariot carrying Swamiji’s big portrait. The students then gathered in the Vidyashala campus and were served refreshments. 

This was followed by a one-hour programme in the open-air theatre with Swami Muktidanandaji, Swami Yukteshanandaji, and Swami Mahamedhanandaji on the stage. Selected students from different schools then presented patriotic songs, recitations from Swamiji’s lectures, and speeches on Swamiji in both Kannada and English. Books and mementoes were given to them. 

Snacks were served to everyone at the end of the programme.

National Youth Day 2024 : Mysuru

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Ramakrishna Institute of Moral and Spiritual Education (RIMSE) Mysuru, a unit of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru, organised 24 one-day workshops and 10 residential workshops on Values Education and Personality Development for school and college students and teachers. The workshops were conducted for 49 days from 1st July to 30th September 2023 reaching 1266 male students, 1089 female students and 134 school and college teachers.

The topics covered included: methods of effective learning, effective teaching, preparation for examination, thought management, putting values into practice, developing leadership qualities, learning life skills from Swami Vivekananda’s teachings, yoga and meditation.

All the participants were given a copy of either Personality Development (a collection of Swami Vivekananda’s thoughts on this topic), or Call to the Nation, or Spoorthi (life and teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda).

Personality Development and Values Education Programme : RIMSE, Mysuru, 2023

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Ramakrishna Institute of Moral and spiritual education (RIMSE) Mysuru, a unit of Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama, Mysuru organized one-day and residential workshops on Value Education and Personality development for school and college students, professionals, and devotees. In the month of April and May RIMSE conducted 8 one-day retreats and residential retreats for 16 days reaching 200 male students, 230 lady students, 81 school/college teachers, 241 lady devotees, 48 lady officers and 80 gents officers from Karnataka Milk Federation, Mandya, and a 2-day Family Samskar retreat for 39 parents and children from Bengaluru.

The topics covered included: methods of effective learning, effective teaching, preparation for examination, thought management, putting values into practice, developing leadership qualities, learning life skills from Swami Vivekananda’s teachings, yoga and meditation.

All the participants were given a copy of either Personality Development (a collections of Swami Vivekananda’s thoughts on this topic), or Call to the Nation, or Spoorthi (life and teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda).

The resource persons included Swami Muktidanandaji, Swami Mahamedhanandaji, Swami Yukteshanandaji, Swami Ishtanathanandaji, Dr. K Anantharamu, Sri M S Raghu, Smt. Chandrika Raghu, Sri Pradyumna K P, Sri D T Ramanujam, Dr. K Raghavendra Pai and Sri D Parashivamurthy.

Values Education & Personality Development: Mysuru, April – May 2023

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