The Order on the March
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Summary
Srimat Swami Smarananandaji Maharaj, President of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, laid the foundation stone for Ma Sarada Bhavan at Belur Math on 14 December 2022. The six-storey building will include a waiting hall, rooms for devotees, and public amenities. Following renovations, Swami Vivekananda Temple at Belur Math held special puja, homa, and abhisheka on 25 December. Branch centres reported various activities, including the inauguration of Nivedita Cottage in Darjeeling, the Sarada College of Nursing and Gastroenterology Ambulatory Centre in Thiruvananthapuram, and the Braille press at Narendrapur Ashrama receiving a State Award. Awards were conferred at Gol Park centre, including the Vivekananda Award, Vivekananda Medal, and Sister Nivedita Award. The Indian Epic Culture Centre awarded Baghbazar Math, and Shivananda Bhavan was inaugurated at Kasundia centre. A visually impaired student from Coimbatore Vidyalaya won a swimming championship, while Kankhal Sevashrama observed World Diabetes Day. Chennai Students’ Home launched a mobile robotics laboratory, and Colombo centre’s Sunday schools received awards in Sri Lanka. Zambia’s Lusaka centre hosted an interfaith meet. Centres commemorated the Ramakrishna Mission’s 125th anniversary with conventions, camps, and lectures. Values education programmes were conducted across India, engaging thousands of students and teachers. Relief efforts included distributing food, clothing, and winter garments to those in need.
Conclusion
The Order on the March highlights the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission's extensive activities, from infrastructure development and healthcare initiatives to educational programs and disaster relief. The inauguration of Ma Sarada Bhavan and the renovation of Swami Vivekananda Temple underscore the organization's commitment to expanding its service infrastructure. Awards conferred on individuals and institutions recognize contributions to social service, literature, and disability empowerment, reflecting the Mission's ethos of selfless service. The widespread relief efforts, including food distribution and winter garments, demonstrate a proactive response to societal needs. These initiatives collectively reinforce the Mission's role as a beacon of spiritual and humanitarian service, bridging gaps in education, healthcare, and social welfare while honoring its legacy and inspiring future generations.