Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi hailed Swami Vivekananda as a key figure in shaping the nation and upholding moral principles. Speaking at a gathering at Utkal University to commemorate Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary and National Youth Day, Majhi emphasized Vivekananda’s enduring impact on India’s youth. He credited Vivekananda for instilling faith in the younger generation and empowering them to steer India’s future.
Majhi underscored Swami Vivekananda’s teachings, highlighting that education, in Vivekananda’s view, transcends mere academic knowledge. According to Vivekananda, true education encompasses discipline, devotion, self-restraint, and self-assurance. The Chief Minister also lauded Vivekananda’s advocacy for blending Western scientific knowledge with Vedanta philosophy.
On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, millions of students from various educational institutions in the state united in singing the national song to honor National Youth Day and Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary. Over 16,000 educational establishments, including schools and universities, participated in the event, with more than 21 lakh students joining in unison to pay homage to the nation. The synchronized singing took place simultaneously at 11 am in both public and private institutions statewide.
The event was a collaborative effort by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, the Higher Education Department, the School and Mass Education Department, and the Sports and Youth Services Department. Students, teachers, and staff members from across the state came together to partake in the collective singing, fostering a spirit of patriotism and unity.
Expressing delight at the successful execution of the program, Minister Suryabanshi Suraj of Higher Education, Sports and Youth Services, and Odia Language, Literature and Culture hailed the event as a significant milestone. He commended the youth for their collective rendition of the national song, symbolizing the state’s profound dedication and allegiance to the nation. The Minister extended congratulations to all participating institutions, students, teachers, and staff for the resounding success of the Vande Mataram mass singing event.
