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Values Education Programme for Youth & Students: Jalpaiguri, June 2026

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The programme commenced with collective meditation and Vedic chanting. This was followed by the singing of the National Song and an address on the significance of yoga, touching upon its role in sustaining physical and mental health, peace and discipline in daily life. A yoga demonstration comprising various asanas and pranayama was thereafter presented for the benefit of all participants.

The programme concluded with the National Anthem. Complimentary gifts, refreshments and tea were distributed to all participants, and saplings were given out to encourage environmental awareness.

International Yoga Day 2026: Jalpaiguri

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A team of doctors and paramedical staff examined 29 patients. Of these, 8 patients were provided spectacles, and 10 patients underwent cataract surgery. All services rendered — consultation, medicines and spectacles — were offered free of cost.

The camp was conducted with the active participation of the Ashrama’s monastics, volunteers and staff. Patients were served tea and snacks, followed by cooked Prasad at the conclusion of the camp.

Eye Check-up and Cataract Surgery Camp: Jalpaiguri, June 2026

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The following dignitaries graced the programme and contributed to the plantation drive:

• Sri Bidhan Chakraborty, Ex-Additional Director, Agriculture Department, Government of West Bengal
• Sri Ranjit Kumar Dutta, Ex-Forest Range Officer, Cooch Behar
• Sri Pradip Kumar Sarkar, Horticulture Extension Officer, Mohitnagar
• Dr. Pradip Kumar Saha, Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Mohitnagar, Jalpaiguri

Together with monastic members, volunteers, and the Ashrama staff, the participants planted saplings within the Ashrama grounds. Alongside the plantation activity, awareness was spread regarding the vital importance of environmental conservation, the preservation of biodiversity, and the need to maintain ecological balance for the well-being of present and future generations.

Addresses were offered emphasising the responsibility of every individual and institution in nurturing the natural environment and integrating ecological consciousness into daily life.

The programme concluded with a collective pledge to tend to the planted saplings with care and to uphold the principles of environmental responsibility as part of ongoing practice.

World Environment Day Observance – Tree Plantation Programme: Jalpaiguri, June 2026

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A seven-day Summer Youth Camp–2026 was organized by Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Jalpaiguri, from 9 to 15 May 2026. The camp was conceived with the aim of fostering character building, discipline, patriotism, spiritual awareness, social responsibility, and holistic development among the youth. A total of 48 participants took part in the programme.

Daily Schedule

Each day commenced with the chanting of the Shanti Mantras with their meanings, recitation of the Twelfth Chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, singing of Vande Mataram (National Song), and the performance of Murta Maheshwar. This was followed by Yoga sessions conducted by Sri Suvodip Saha Choudhury.

Lectures and Interactive Sessions

Eminent speakers from diverse fields delivered lectures and conducted interactive sessions on the following topics:

Spiritual Activities

Bhajan sessions were conducted daily by Swami Kalyanakarananda, Br. Muktishachaitanya, and Sri Pratyush Chakraborty, creating an atmosphere of devotion and inner upliftment.

Guided Meditation sessions, conducted by Swami Shivapremananda and Br. Muktishachaitanya, enabled participants to cultivate concentration and develop inner calmness.

Participants also visited the Book Stall at the Ashrama, where they were introduced to literature on spirituality, Indian values and culture, and the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda.

Creative and Social Activities

The camp provided a balanced environment for the expression of creativity and the cultivation of social values. Activities included:

• Talent Show
• Drawing
• Tree Plantation
• Story Telling
• Singing
• Cleaning Activities
• Instrumental Performances

Participants themselves served breakfast and lunch throughout the camp, thereby imbibing the values of teamwork, discipline, dignity of labour, and selfless service. Educational and inspirational film shows were screened each evening. Every daily session concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.

Valedictory Session

The camp concluded on 15 May 2026 with a Valedictory Session. The programme included addresses by monastic members of the Ashrama, sharing of feedback by the participants, a closing song, distribution of complimentary gifts, and a group photograph.

Spiritual Retreat: Jalpaiguri, March 2026

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During the camp, a dedicated team of ophthalmologists and paramedical staff from the collaborating hospital performed comprehensive eye examinations for 32 patients. Following the clinical assessments, the following services were rendered:

Cataract Surgery: 9 patients were identified with cataract conditions and were advised to undergo surgical intervention.

Spectacles: Corrective spectacles were distributed to 11 patients to improve their vision.

Eye Check-up and Cataract Surgery Camp : Jalpaiguri, April 2026

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The upgraded facility was formally handed over by Sri Prashant Sahu, Senior Divisional Manager of the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), Jalpaiguri Division. The event was attended by officials from LIC, monastics, and devotees. As a token of appreciation, the Ashrama authorities presented books to the LIC officials before concluding the program with refreshments.

Handing Over Ceremony – Upgraded Dispensary: Jalpaiguri, March 2026

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The Annual Celebration of Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Jalpaiguri, was held on 8 March 2026 at the Vivekananda Auditorium. The day-long program featured spiritual and cultural activities, beginning with Usha Kirtan, guided meditation, and special puja.

The event saw a variety of performances, including sitar recitals, yoga demonstrations, and band music by the SSB, Siliguri. Notable devotional contributions included songs by Swami Jivanananda (RKM Sahudangi) and folk music by Swami Sevananda (SRK Sevashrama Choudhurihat).

Approximately 3,500 devotees and well-wishers attended the celebration, with cooked prasad served to 2,300 participants. The program concluded smoothly, successfully gathering the local community from Jalpaiguri and surrounding areas.

Annual Celebrations: Jalpaiguri, March 2026

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The program provided Supplementary Nutritious Food Kits and essential medicines to a total of 450 beneficiaries. The distribution was categorized as follows:

• Antenatal Mothers: 50
• Postnatal Mothers: 200
• Children: 200

At the conclusion of the event, tea and snacks were provided to all participants.are interventions.

Maternity and Child Welfare Service: Jalpaiguri, March 2026

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Discourse Highlights

The programme began with solemn Vedic chanting, establishing a serene and meditative environment. The keynote address by Swami Sarvapriyanandaji Maharaj focused on several key spiritual themes:

• Foundational Teachings: The discourse was based on the first four teachings of Sri Ramakrishna Deva from the book Sri Ramakrishna Upadesh, authored by Swami Brahmananda.
• Core Vedantic Principles: Maharaj expounded on self-inquiry as the primary method for realizing one’s true nature.
• Practical Spirituality: The talk emphasized the importance of inner strength, mental purity, and clarity of thought in daily life.
• Outcomes of Realization: Drawing from the Upanishads, it was explained that Self-realization leads to peace, fearlessness, and purposeful living.

The lecture was followed by an engaging interactive session where participants received guidance and insights directly from Maharaj.

Participation and Attendance

The event was attended by more than 1,300 participants, which included a diverse group of monastics, volunteers, staff, and police personnel. The delegate breakdown was as follows:

Distribution and Hospitality

To support the spiritual outreach and well-being of the attendees:

• Spiritual Literature: Each delegate was gifted a copy of Sri Ramakrishna Upadesh and a set of 50 photographs of the Holy Trinity.
• Refreshments: Tea and biscuits were served at the commencement of the programme, and cooked Prasad was distributed to all participants at the conclusion.

Conclusion

The retreat concluded successfully, leaving a lasting impression on the audience and inspiring participants to strive toward higher spiritual ideals and a deeper understanding of the Self.

Spiritual Retreat: Jalpaiguri, March 2026

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