Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora - News , CelebrationsRamakrishna Kutir, Almora - News , Celebrationshttps://almora.rkmm.org/news/celebrationsThu, 11 Jun 2026 09:45:15 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Prize Distribution Celebration, 31st May, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/prize-distribution-celebration-31st-may-2026The prize distribution ceremony was held on 31 May 2026 at Hotel Milam Inn, Almora , and was attended by around 150 participants , including students, t ]]>
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The prize distribution ceremony was held on 31 May 2026 at Hotel Milam Inn, Almora, and was attended by around 150 participants, including students, teachers, principals, parents, retreat delegates, devotees, monks, and local dignitaries. Shri Ajay Verma, Mayor of Almora, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Sixty students were awarded prizes. The programme concluded with vibrant cultural performances by awardee students, followed by refreshments for all present.

VIVEKANANDA INTER-SCHOOL COMPETITION

PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY

May 31st 2026

TimeEvent
3:00 PMArrival of Students
 Cultural Program Competition (Ready for Program)
3:00 PMArrival of Dignitaries
03.05 PMLighting of Lamp & Offering Flowers at Swamiji's Photograph accompanied by Vedic Chanting
3:10 PMWelcome Speech by Swami Dhruveshananda
3:15 PMFelicitation for guests (by Bouquet & Memento)
3:20 PMCultural Program by Sanskar Valley
3:28 PMSpeech by  - Guest of Honor Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor
3:35 PMGita Chanting - Pradyuman Joshi, GIC Almora
3:40 PMStudent Speech - By Jiya Chamiyal, Army Public School
3:45 PMSpeech by Chief Guest - Swami Achyuteshanandaji Mj. Secretary, R.K. Mission, Narottam Nagar & Trustee Ramakrishna Math & Mission, Belur Math, Howarh West Bengal
 Short Play - 
4:00 PMPrize Distribution ( Winner List Wise)
4:30 PMFelicitation for Judges/Teachers (Memento)
4:45 PMFelicitation for volunteers (by Sweets and Books)
4:50 PMVote of Thanks by Dr. CP Fuloria, SSJ University Almora
TEA for Dignitaries Food Packet for Students

]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:31:43 +0530<![CDATA[Half Day Seminar, 31st May, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/half-day-seminar-31st-may-2026A half-day seminar was organized at Shivananda Hall on the theme “Indian Social System, Skill Development and Value-Based Education in the Light of Sw ]]>
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A half-day seminar was organized at Shivananda Hall on the theme “Indian Social System, Skill Development and Value-Based Education in the Light of Swami Vivekananda’s Teachings.” The speakers included Swami Achyuteshanandaji Maharaj, Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission Narottamnagar,  Prof. Satpal Singh Bisht, Vice-Chancellor, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora, and Prof. Milton Kumar Dev, Department of History, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Half Day Seminar at Shivananda Hall, 
Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora
31.05.2026

TimeEvent
8:45 AMArrival of Students 
 Arrival of Dignitaries
9:00 AMLighting of Lamp & Offering Flowers at Swamiji's Photograph accompanied by Vedic Chanting by Monks
9:05 AMSaraswati Vandana by Students of Vivekananda Balika Inter College 
9:10 AMWelcome Song by Students of Vivekananda Balika Inter College 
9:15 AMWelcome Address By Swami Dhruveshanandaji Maharaj, Adhyaksha RK Kutir, Almora
9:20 AMIntroduction By Dr. C.P. Fuloria, SSJ University Almora
9:25 AMFelicitation for guests 
9:30 AMSpeech  by Dr Lalita Rawal, Education Faculty, SSJ University Almora
9:35 AMSpeech  by Guest of Honour - Prof. Milton Kumar Dev, Dhaka Unversity, Bangladesh
10:05 AMSpeech  by Chief Guest - Prof. Satpal Singh Bisht, VC, SSJ University, Almora
10:35 AMSpeech by Chairman - Swami Achyuteshanandaji Mj. Secretary, R.K. Mission, Narottam Nagar & Trustee Ramakrishna Math & Mission, Belur Math, Howarh West Bengal
11:05 AMVote of Thanks By Swami Sukhanandaji Maharaj, Adhyaksha Ramakrishna Math, Bhuj, Gujarat
Lunch for Students & Digniteries

]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:13:52 +0530<![CDATA[77th Republic Day - 26 January 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/77th-republic-day-26-january-202677th Republic Day Celebration – 2025 The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at our Ashrama premises on Monday, 26th January 2026 , from 10:30 AM to 11:45 ]]>

77th Republic Day Celebration – 2025

The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at our Ashrama premises on Monday, 26th January 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM.


The program commenced with the flag hoisting by the Chief Guest, Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor, Nagar Nigam Almora, followed by the singing of the National Anthem.

Students from GIC Lodhia, SSJ University, Almora, and the Vivekananda Study Circle presented patriotic songs and speeches, adding to the spirit of the occasion. Students and other dignitaries delivered speeches on various aspects.

About 50 school and college students attended the programme.

The program concluded with the distribution of refreshments to all attendees.

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]]>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:05:19 +0530<![CDATA[42nd National Youth Day 12th January, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/164th-janma-tithi-puja-of-swami-vivekananda-10-jan.-20261Programmes Held on Sunday, 12 January 2026 42nd National Youth Day 2026 Celebration Time:  10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The 42nd National Youth Day was c ]]>

Programmes Held on Sunday, 12 January 2026


42nd National Youth Day 2026 Celebration

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


The 42nd National Youth Day was celebrated at Vivekananda Corner, in front of the statue of Swami Vivekananda. The Chief Guest, Sri Ramji Sharan Sharma, CDO, Almora, inaugurated the programme by garlanding the statue of Swami Vivekananda.

Monastic members chanted Vedic hymns, and all dignitaries offered flowers at Swamiji’s feet.


The Special Guests, Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor, Municipal Corporation, Almora, and Sri Prakash Chandra Joshi, former Chairman, Nagar Palika Parishad, Almora, offered flowers and delivered speeches highlighting various aspects of Swamiji’s life in Almora.

Students and other dignitaries spoke on Swami Vivekananda’s life and teachings, with special emphasis on his inspiration to the youth. In his address, the CDO, Almora, encouraged students to imbibe Swamiji’s ideals in their daily lives.

Students from Government Inter College, Lodhia, and Vivekananda Study Circle presented a cultural programme based on the life and message of Swami Vivekananda.


About 50 school and college students and 100 other participants attended the programme. Food packets were distributed to all attendees, and refreshments were served to the guests.


Winter Relief Distribution

(Distribution of Blankets, Sarees, Sweaters & Woollen Caps)

Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.


Relief materials were distributed to needy people from nearby villages at the Ashrama premises, as detailed below:

  • 75 Blankets

  • 50 Woollen Caps

  • 44 Sarees

  • 8 Ladies’ Sweaters


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]]>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:27:31 +0530<![CDATA[173rd Tithi Puja of Sri Sri Ma Sarada (11Dec. 2025)]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/173rd-tithi-puja-of-sri-sri-ma-sarada-11dec.-2025The 173rd Birth Anniversary of Holy Mother Sri Sri Sarada Devi was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Thursday, 11th December, 2025. The day ]]>

The 173rd Birth Anniversary of Holy Mother Sri Sri Sarada Devi was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Thursday, 11th December, 2025. The day started with Mangal Arati at 6:30 AM followed by-


Mangalarati - 06.30 am

Vedic Chanting & Bhajan - 06:35 am

Puja  - 08:00 am

Havan - 10 am

Bhogarati & Pushpanjali - 11:30 am

Prasad Distribution - 12:30 pm

Evening Aarati - 06:05 pm

Bhajans & Matri Sangeet - 06:30 pm


Bhajans and Matri Sangeet were sung by Swami Harishwarananada  Tabla by Sriman Mohit Aswal, a student of Ashrama. 


Around 80+ devotees, guests, students & workers were fed the noon prasad.

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]]>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:07:19 +0530<![CDATA[Almora visit of Srimad Swami Divyanandaji Maharaj (19-21st Nov. 2025)]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/almora-visit-of-srimad-swami-suhitanandaji-maharaj-2-4-nov.-202411On  19 November , one new building (Vivekananda Bhavan), one restored old building (Shivananda Kutir), and a museum in the existing hall below the ]]>

Inauguration of Museum, Vivekananda Bhavan & Shivananda Kutir (After Restoration)
​and Realease of Books


On 19 November, one new building (Vivekananda Bhavan), one restored old building (Shivananda Kutir), and a museum in the existing hall below the temple at Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora were inaugurated by Revered Swami Divyanandaji Maharaj, Vice-President, Ramakrishna Math & Ramakrishna Mission.  presence of a gathering of monks, brahmacharis and devotees.



1. Turiyananda Divyasmriti Museum



The Turiyananda Divyasmriti Museum, showcasing personal articles used by Swami Turiyananda and Swami Subodhananda, along with numerous rare and old photographs of Ramakrishna Kutir, was ceremonially opened.
The conservation and display work was undertaken by the INTACH Delhi Chapter, with most of the expenses supported through INTACH’s CSR contribution, and the remaining by a devotee.

2. Vivekananda Bhavan (Students’ Home)


The newly constructed Vivekananda Bhavan, a residence for students from remote villages and underprivileged backgrounds pursuing studies at Almora College and Soban Singh Jeena University, was inaugurated next.
This three-storey building has 10 rooms with a capacity to accommodate 35 students. The project was funded by RVNL under its CSR scheme. 
Structural design and architectural work were executed by Shri Manoj Mehra, Bageshwar.

3. Shivananda Kutir (Restoration)


The 87-year-old Shivananda Kutir, constructed by B.Doraiswamy- a disciple of Swami Shivananda was restored to its original architectural integrity, was then dedicated to the public. The restored Kutir will now serve as a devotional accommodation space for visiting devotees. The restoration was funded by a US-based devotee. Conservation Architect: Dr. Neeta Das; Contractor: NIRMAN, Kolkata.

4. Book Release

  • (i) Turiyananda Divyasmriti – A booklet detailing the historical and spiritual significance of the objects displayed in the new museum.

  • (ii) Ramakrishna Kutir: Glimpses from the Past (English) 

  •  (iii) Ramakrishna Kutir: Ek Itihaas (Hindi) – Illustrated books on the history of Ramakrishna Kutir, featuring short biographies of the founders and numerous rare archival photographs.

  • (iv) The Eternal Quest: Life & Teachings of Swami Turiyananda, authored by Shri Mihir Kanti Das, Bengaluru, who has transferred the IPR to Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora. All proceeds from the book will remain with the Ashrama.

Programme Highlights

  • Felicitation of key contributors involved in the construction and restoration projects at Ramakrishna Kutir.

  • Distribution of food packets at the conclusion of the meeting.

Total Attendance: Approximately 120 participants.

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]]>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:48:00 +0530<![CDATA[79th Independence Day - 15 August 2025]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/79th-independence-day-15-august-2025   T he 79th Independence Day   was celebrated on 15th August 2025  beginning with hoisting the National fla ]]>

 The 79th Independence Day was celebrated on 15th August 2025 beginning with hoisting the National flag of India & singing the National Anthem followed by speeches by eminent guests & performances by students:

  • Sri Ajay Verma , Mayor, Nagar Nigam, Almora
  • Sri Ramji Sharan Sharan, Chief District Officer, Almora
  • Dr. Chandra Prakash Fuloria, Director, Swami Vivekananda Spiritual Circuit Study Centre and Museum Incharge, Department of History, SSJ University, Almora

     Some highlights of today's performance included:

    Sl.

    Program

    Time

    By

    1

    Flag Hoisting with the singing of National Anthem

    10:30 AM to 10:35 AM

    Swami Dhruveshananda, Adhyaksha & Guests

    2

    Welcome Song

    10:35 AM to 10:38 AM

    Students of Music Dept. of SSJ University

    3

    Inaugural Speech

    10:38 AM to 10:43 AM

    Swami Dhruveshananda, Adhyaksha

    4

    Student Performances

    10:43 AM to 10:55 AM

    Students of Vivekananda Study Circle

    1.  Shanti Mantra by Dhruv Chandra Joshi and others

    2.  Short Speech by Peeyush Joshi

    3.  Patriotic Song- ‘Jai Swantantra Te’ by Daksh Sharma

    4.  Speech on Sardar Patel by Ojas Rawat

    5.  Speech on Swami Vivekananda’s ideal of freedom by Chanchal Bar

    6. Poem recital by Himanshu Joshi

    7.  Saare Jahan Se Acha by Students of Music Dept. of SSJ University

    5

    Address by Guest of Honor

    10:55 AM to 11:00 AM

    Sri Ramji Sharan Sharma,
    CDO, Almora

    6

    Address by Chief Guest

    11:00 AM to 11:05 AM

    Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor, Almora

    7

    Swadesh Mantra

    11:05 AM to 11:10 AM

    Swami Mayadheeshananda

    8

    National Song
    (Vande Mataram)

    11:10 AM

    Chorus


    Anchoring &  coordination by Sri Chandra Prakash Fuloria


Around 80 Students, Staff & Local people attended the function. There was an arrangement of refreshment at the end.
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]]>Sat, 16 Aug 2025 14:10:12 +0530<![CDATA[Governor's Visit to Kakrighat, 9th June, 2025]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/governer-s-visit-to-kakrighat-9th-june-2025Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Gurmit Singh, the Honourable Governor of Uttarakhand, paid a visit to Kakrighat on 9th June 2025. He had previously visited the site ]]>

Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Gurmit Singh, the Honourable Governor of Uttarakhand, paid a visit to Kakrighat on 9th June 2025. He had previously visited the site in June 2024. During this year's visit, he committed a contribution of ₹1.5 lakhs from the Raj Bhavan fund towards the development of the Akhandananda Library at Kakrighat.
He also discussed the idea of writing a book on the significance of the Jñānavṛkṣa, which would explore the confluence of science, environment, and spirituality. He expressed his wish for Ramakrishna Kutir to undertake this project.
The Governor was visibly delighted to revisit this sacred place, known for Swami Vivekananda’s meditative experience. Drawing a parallel with Buddha’s enlightenment under the Bodhi Vriksha, he remarked that he envisions the number of visitors and devotees to this holy site growing a hundredfold in the coming times.

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]]>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 17:42:26 +0530<![CDATA[Shodasi Puja (Phalaharini Kali Puja) - 26th May, 2025]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/shodasi-puja-phalaharini-kali-puja-26th-may-2025Phalaharini Kali Puja was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on 26th May 2025. After the evening arati, a vishesh puja was held at the Temple, followed b ]]>

Phalaharini Kali Puja was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on 26th May 2025. After the evening arati, a vishesh puja was held at the Temple, followed by Bhoga-arati and Pushpanjali. Kali kirtans and other bhajans were sung by Swami Harishwarananda. Around 60 devotees and students were served night prasad.

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]]>Fri, 30 May 2025 16:39:59 +0530<![CDATA[Vivekananda Dwar Samman Samaroh, 30th March, 2025]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/vivekananda-dwar-samman-samaroh-30th-march-2025The public meeting was held on  30th March 2025  at the  Shivananda Hall of Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora , to  felicitate  the ke ]]>

The public meeting was held on 30th March 2025 at the Shivananda Hall of Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora, to felicitate the key people involved in the construction of Vivekananda Dwar.

The event was graced by:

  • Shri Ajay Tamta, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways

  • Prof. Dr. Satpal Singh Bisht, Vice-Chancellor, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora

  • Shri Ajay Verma, Mayor of Almora

  • Shri Prakash Chandra Joshi, Former Chairman of Almora Municipal Council

  • Shri Anil Shahi, Member, Commission for Prevention of Migration, Govt. of Uttarakhand

  • Other distinguished guests

Key Contributors Felicitated for the Construction of Vivekananda Dwar:

  • Architect: Tanisha Tiwari (Almora)

  • Structural Engineer: Manoj Mehra (Bageshwar)

  • Contractor: Srigar Infra (Deepak Pokhariya, Almora)

  • Sculptor: Nirjan De (Sargachhi, Murshidabad)

Chronology of Events:

  1. Vedic Chanting – Swami Vishweshananda & other monks and brahmacharis

  2. Lighting of the Lamp & Offering flowers at the feet of Swami Vivekananda

  3. Cultural Performance – By students

  4. Welcome Speech – Swami Dhruveshananda, President, Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora

  5. Felicitation & Honoring of Distinguished Guests

  6. Honoring Key Contributors to the Construction of Vivekananda Dwar

  7. Speeches by Distinguished Guests:Shri Prakash Chandra Joshi,Shri Ajay Verma, Prof. Dr. Satpal Singh Bisht, Shri Ajay Tamta

  8. Vote of Thanks & Program Coordination – Dr. Chandra Prakash Fuloria, Museum In-Charge & Director, Swami Vivekananda-Mahatma Gandhi Spiritual Tourism Circuit & Study Center, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora


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