THE ORDER ON THE MARCH (Jul )
By Unexhibited
Summary
The Order on the March (July 2017) details activities and updates from the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission. New office-bearers, including Swami Gautamanandaji, Swami Suhitanandaji, and Swami Suvirananda, assumed leadership roles on Buddha Purnima. The 121st Foundation Day of the Ramakrishna Mission was celebrated at Belur Math on 1 May, attended by dignitaries and officials, including Union Ministers Dr. Harsh Vardhan and Sushri Uma Bharati. A new Mission Centre in Goa was established, with contact details provided. Centres across India and abroad celebrated Sister Nivedita’s 150th birth anniversary through conventions, lectures, and competitions, engaging thousands of participants. Various centres initiated summer camps, values education workshops, and cleanliness drives under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Relief efforts included flood, storm, fire, and drought assistance in multiple regions, distributing essential supplies to affected communities. International achievements were noted, such as the Swami Vivekananda College in Fiji winning a national swimming championship. The report also highlights sports victories, economic rehabilitation efforts, and community service initiatives, reflecting the organization’s broad engagement in education, social service, and disaster relief.
Conclusion
The Order on the March highlights the Ramakrishna Math and Mission's dynamic engagement in spiritual, educational, and social initiatives across India and globally in July 2017. New leadership roles were assumed by Swami Gautamanandaji, Swami Suhitanandaji, and Swami Suvirananda, reinforcing institutional continuity. The 121st Foundation Day at Belur Math and the establishment of a new Goa centre expanded the Mission's reach. Widespread celebrations for Sister Nivedita's 150th birth anniversary emphasized youth and women's empowerment through cultural, educational, and online programs. The Math and Mission's commitment to social service shone through flood, storm, fire, and drought relief efforts, supporting thousands of affected communities. Summer camps, cleanliness drives, and values education workshops further underscored their focus on holistic development. These activities collectively reinforced the organization's enduring dedication to spiritual growth, social upliftment, and global solidarity.