Cultural and Spiritual (2026-27)
Ashrama Activities : Usual Worship and Spiritual Discourses
Daily service and worship of Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna was conducted in the temple. Ramanam Sankirtan was conducted on every Ekadashi day, birthday of Swami Brahmananda and Ramanavami. Tithi puja (Birthday) of Sri Ramakrishna Dev, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda were celebrated with special puja, discourses by distinguished speakers, devotional music performances, and Prasad distribution to the large number of assembled devotees. Sri Ramakrishna birthday was also celebrated in the adopted villages of this Ashrama. Discourses in connection with birthdays of other Saints, religious leaders and celebrations like Saraswati Puja, Vishwarkarma Puja, Karma Festival and Christmas Eve were observed. Special puja on Maha Durgastami day was also performed and prasad was distributed. Regular discourses on Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita and Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the evening of every Saturday and Sunday repectively were conducted in the Ashrama. Discourses were held regularly in other locations of the city. Rev. Secretary Maharaj and other monastic members on invitation attended the functions organized outside the Ashrama. A total no. of 137 discourses, meeting, Classes and lectures (all discourses held hybrid mode) were held .
National Youth Day Celebration: Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Morabadi, Ranchi organised a whole-day celebration of National Youth Day on 12 Jan 2026- the Birthday of Swami Vivekananda. The celebration was started by garlanding the statue of Swami Vivekananda in University campus followed by the chanting and flower offering by monks of Ashrama and other staff members of the University. A rally was also conducted after the garlanding.A separate programme was conducted at Swami Vivekananda Sarovar, Ranchi where Garlanding of Swami Vivekananda Statue was done by Swami Bhaveshananda, Secretary of this Ashrama, Swami Antarananda, Asst. secretary of this Ashrama, Smt. Mahua Maji, Hon’ble M. P.and other dignitaries.
Different programmes were organized at Divyayan and different Akhandananda Shiksha & Sanskar Kendras by teachers, students and local people at different villages of Ranchi, Khunti and Ramgarh districts of Jharkhand.
In the evening, prize distribution ceremony for State Winners of Annual Competition 2025-26 was organized in Ashrama auditorium, where Sri Santosh Kumar Ganwar Hon’ble Governor of Jharkhand attended as the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries, School Children, Teachers & general public attended the programme. The programme was also made live through YouTube to all participants of Annual Competition.
About 3709 participants attended in different programmes organised at different places physically. Good press coverage was observed on the next day in almost all
local newspapers of Jharkhand.
100 Day Count Down Programme for International Yoga Day
On March 28, 2026, the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Ranchi, and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (Ministry of Ayush) jointly organized a special program to mark the 85th day of the “100 Days Countdown to International Day of Yoga 2026.” The event began with a morning session where approximately 1,300 participants practiced yoga simultaneously across 22 locations in Jharkhand’s forests, hills, and plains. Chief Guest Shri B.B. Mohanty, a Dronacharya Awardee, highlighted the growing importance of yoga in professional sports training.
The afternoon session featured a grand seminar themed “Yoga-Yukta Jharkhand, Roga-Mukta Jharkhand” at the Ashrama’s auditorium. Following a welcome address by Swami Antaranand Ji, the event included a Laughter Yoga session led by Shri Ajit and a health talk by Dr. Ramesh Tiwani, who emphasized Naturopathy for physical cleansing. Yoga teacher Shri Pritam Banik also demonstrated a “Yoga Break” designed for quick daily wellness. In his closing remarks, Swami Bhaveshanand Ji explained that connecting with God through yoga provides the strength needed to face life’s challenges. The program, supported by Patanjali Yoga Samiti and Commando Defense Academy, concluded with the felicitation of several dedicated yoga practitioners for their service to the field.
As in previous years, Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Morabadi, Ranchi, observed the International Day of Yoga 2026 with enthusiasm and dedication across multiple venues. The theme declared by the Government of India for this year was “Yoga for Healthy Aging.”
Day 1: June 20, 2026 – Competitions & Seminar
- District-Level Asana Competition (Morning Session)
- Surya Namaskar & Pyramid Formation: 6 selected groups competed.
- Single Asana Competition: 34 individual participants performed.
- Seminar on “Yoga for Healthy Aging” (Ashrama Auditorium)
The seminar opened with Vedic chanting and the lighting of the ceremonial lamp. Key highlights included:
- Welcome Address: Swami Antaranandaji (Joint Secretary) highlighted yoga’s role in holistic well-being.
- Keynote Address: Renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay discussed the vital physical, mental, and neurological benefits of yoga for aging populations.
- Practical Insights: Mr. Amit Kumar (Secretary, IYA Jharkhand) discussed aging challenges, followed by a live “Seven-Minute Yoga Break” demonstration.
- Chief Guest Address: Mr. Rakesh Singh (Traffic SP, Ranchi) urged daily practice and highlighted the balancing power of Bhakti Yoga.
- Felicitations: Winners of the State-Level Yoga Quiz (Dr. Abhishek Maheshwari, Ms. Shraddha, and Mr. Dev Kumar Bhattacharya) and the Asana competition winners were formally honored.
- Benediction: Swami Bhaveshanandaji shared a vision of a “Yogic, Ethical, and Organic Jharkhand,” channeling Swami Vivekananda’s dream of a resurgent India rising from its villages.
The session was anchored by Ms. Kritika Sinha.
Day 2: June 21, 2026 – Mass Common Yoga Protocol (CYP)
- Main Rural Event: Bandhuwadih Village (Angara Block, Ranchi)
- Attendance: Approximately 310 villagers and enthusiasts participated under the guidance of Ms. Rupa Kumari.
- Key Addresses:
- Smt. Savitri Devi (Village Head): Advised dedicating at least 10 minutes daily to yoga.
- Mr. Ravi Prakash (IYA Jharkhand): Outline the social, mental, and physical merits of yoga.
- Mr. Gautam Pandey (Ashrama): Linked yoga practice to environmental duty through tree plantation drives.
- Benediction: Swami Bhaveshanandaji motivated the community to sustain regular practice to fulfill the dream of a disease-free Jharkhand.
- Simultaneous Urban/Semi-Urban Drives
Guided by the Ramakrishna Mission, parallel yoga sessions were executed across 27 centers in Ranchi, engaging 1,302 additional participants.
Conclusion
The IDY 2026 celebrations effectively advanced public awareness regarding the transformative power of yoga in managing aging. Through its blend of high-level seminars and widespread community protocols, the event successfully energized the public movement toward a healthier, more harmonious, and “Rog-Mukt” (disease-free) Jharkhand.
Guru Purnima Day was celebrated on 10th July, 2025 in which Rev Swami Nirmalananda, Acharya, Maharshi Mehi Ashrama was the Chief Guest. Under this programme, a special spiritual retreat was conducted with full devotion and due solemnity.vedic chanting, hymns, devotional songs, reading from the scriptures, Japam and meditation, discourse on Ramakrishna Katha Amrita was conducted for the participating devotees. It was attended by around 350 (Male-145, Female – 205) devotees.
From April 4 to 5, 2026, the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Morabadi, hosted its annual 24-hour continuous recitation of the Ramcharitmanas with deep spiritual devotion. The event was opened by the Ashrama’s Secretary, Swami Bhaveshanand Ji Maharaj, who encouraged everyone to adopt the ideals of Lord Rama in their daily lives. Highlights included a soulful recitation by Shri Daya Swami Ji from Ayodhya and a dedicated day-and-night chant led by Swami Sushilanand Ji and his team, who spoke movingly on the power of God’s name. A particularly divine atmosphere was created by the students of the Gadadhar Abhyudaya Prakalpa, whose melodic chanting reminded many of ancient hermitage traditions. Supported by various monks and coordinated by dedicated volunteers, the sacred program concluded successfully with a vote of thanks by Shri Vinay Kumar Gadyan Ji.
A 5-day long SrimadBhawat Path was organised from 6thto 10 September 2025. During these 5 days, Swami Guneshanandji Maharaj, Sri Ramakrishna Ashram, Rajkot, Simla read out Srimad Bhagwat and explained in simple and detailed manner. Around 500 people attended the programme in these five days.
Vishwakarma Puja : Vishwakarma puja was celebrated in Workshop unit of Divyayan on 17th and 18th September 2025. The puja was performed with all due rituals and hymns. It was attended by the monks of the Ashrama, staff members, scientists and trainees of Divyayan. At the end of the puja all staff members and trainees partook prasad.
National Festivals : National festivals like Independence Day and Republic Day was celebrated in the Divyayan Campus on 15th of August and 26th of January respectively.
Karma Puja : Karma puja one of the festivals of tribals of Jharkhand was celebrated with due solemnity on 3rd September 2025. The festival was observed in Divyayan premises after sandhya aarati with a special puja by offering grains, fruits, and agricultural produce to the Karam tree. The festival came alive with traditional music and rhythmic dances by Divyayan Trainees and RKMVERI students. It was attended by Monks, staff members, family of staff members, trainees and student. At the end of the programme, prasad was distributed among all participants.
Govardhan Puja : Govardhan puja was celebrated the day after Diwali at Divyayan Dairy. A Special puja of Lord Krishna was organised. Cows of the dairy were fed with laddu at the end of the puja. Dairy staff members and others attended the puja and all partook prasad at the end of the puja.
The Annual Celebration 2026 of Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Morabadi,
Ranchi, was held with immense spiritual fervor and cultural vibrancy over three
days from 9th to 11th May2026. The event witnessed
enthusiastic participation from devotees, students, faculty, guests, and
well-wishers, encapsulating the ideals of Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sri
Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda.
Inaugural Ceremony
The celebration commenced with an inaugural session graced by Swami AtmanishthanandaJi Maharaj,
Secretary, Ramakrishna
Mission Vivekananda Smriti Mandir, Khetri (Former Personal Secretary to Most
Revered Swami Gahanananda Ji Maharaj, 14th President of the Ramakrishna Order). The session was further dignified by the
presence of Swami Satsangananda, Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission T.B. Sanatorium, Tupudana, Ranchi, and Sri Gajanand Pathak Actor & Writer of the film Jagatguru Shree
Ramakrishna.
The spirit of devotion and unity set the tone for the subsequent days.
Day 1 – Sri Ramakrishna Day (9thMay 2026)
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Theme:
“Sri Ramakrishna Dev, The Proponent of service to man is service to God“
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A
public meeting was held, presided over by Swami
AtmanishthanandaJi Maharaj.
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Swami Satsangananda Ji delivered an insightful address on the day’s theme.
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The
evening unfolded with a soulful bhajans, Graceful solo classical dance and
group dance areperformed by students leaving a heartfelt impression on the
audience.
Day 2 – Sri Maa Sarada Devi Day (10th may 2026)
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Theme:
“Holy mother Shri Sarada Devi- the Sita of the kali yuga“
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The
public meeting was chaired by Swami
AtmanishthanandaJi Maharaj.
Morning Session Highlights:
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Performances
by Maa Sarada Mahila Samity and SAP students included:
o
Geeta
chanting
o
Naam
Sankirtan
o
Songs,
dances, skits, and yoga demonstrations by SAP and GAP students
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Chief Guest: Dr.
Nidhi Srivastav, Principal,
Vivekananda International School, Jamshedpur and Child Psychologist
Evening Session:
·
The
evening unfolded with a soulful bhajan by Satakshi Mishra followed by Drama
performed by Surendran Nath Centenary School, Group dance by Nivedita Dance
Academy and Ramakrishna Saranam Bhajan by students of VVPS school leaving a
heartfelt impression on the audience.
Day 3 – Swami Vivekananda Day (11th May 2026)
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Theme:
“Swami Vivekananda’s
Vision of New India“
Morning Session:
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Shri Gopal Ji Tiwari (Special Secretary, Government of Jharkhand) highlighted the historical
strength of India’s rural economy. He urged students to focus on producing
health-conscious, quality food and emphasized giving market access to rural
artisans
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Students
of RKMVERI presented:
o
Short
speeches
o
A
skit on Swami Vivekananda’s life
o
A
street Play “The fake glamour”
o
Songs
and a traditional Nagpuri folk
dance
·
The
session concluded with prize distribution for RKMVERI’s Annual Sports Meet.
Afternoon Session:
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A
Youth Awareness
and Development Programme was organized, presided by Swami
Atmanishthananda Ji Maharaj.
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Guest Speaker:
o
Sri
Vishal Kumar Singh, Convener,
Bihar Jharkhand Yuva Parishad
o
Dr.
Swarup Kumar Dutta, Associate
Professor, IIM, Ranchi
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Students
contributed with thoughtful speeches and group songs.
Evening Session:
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Cultural
Programme by Mukund
Nayak Team Chhota Nagpuri Folk
Dance & Song Performance .
Conclusion
The Annual Celebration 2026 successfully showcased the spiritual,
educational, and cultural ethos of Ramakrishna Mission. With a blend of
thought-provoking discourses and vibrant performances, the event reaffirmed the
Mission’s commitment to holistic human development and national awakening in
the light of its guiding ideals.
updated on 11/07/2026