West Bengal Government to celebrate Vivek Chetna Utsav from 5th to
12th January, 2014 November 22, 2013
To mark the
closing of the yearlong celebrations commemorating 150th Birth Anniversary of
Swami Vivekananda, it was decided, in the presence of various dignitaries from
different sectors including Secretary Maharaj of Belur Math, to observe ``Vivek
Chetna Utsav`` over a weeklong programme from 5th to 12th January, 2014 at all
Blocks in the state.
For the first
time, state-level programme will be held on 10th January at Red Road. Thousands
of school children, members of the youth community, participants from far-flung
areas like Jangal Mahal, Sunderbans, Darjeeling, different cultural groups and
other individuals and organizations from different walks of life will present
colourful performances.
The state
government will organise the gala event in cooperation with Ramkrishna Math.
The state also plans to purchase 115 ambulances with MPLAD funds and hand them
over to Ramkrishna Mission during the function. The padyatra on 10th January
will see the participation of the Chief Minister Ms. Mamata Banerjee, Secretary
Maharaj of Belur Math among other dignitaries.
A siren will
mark the 150th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12th January at the
hour of his birth.
The state
government had organised Chhatra Yuva Vivek Utsav this year too. A grand
function was organised at Netaji Indoor stadium, which was attended by the
who`s who of the state. Several events were held at different Blocks to mark
the occasion.
SOURCE: aitmc.org
COURTESY: Telegraph Newspaper
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