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August 2026
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Daylong Youth Training Camp
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A day-long youth training camp was organized by the Jadavpur branch of the Mahamandal on 30 August 2026 at the Mukul Bose Memorial Institution, Kolkata – 47. Sri Amit Kumar Datta, General Secretary, along with Dr. Bhupendra Chandra Bhattacharya and Sri Prasanta Chakraborty of the Mahamandal, conducted the training classes. On this occasion, a souvenir titled ‘Abhi’ was released by Sri Dipak Kumar Sarkar, President of the Mahamandal. The camp was attended by 298 young participants. In the afternoon, a public meeting was held, which was attended by around 200 local people. -
Farmers' Training Camp
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A farmers’ training programme was organized by Chandramerh Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal on 29 August. A total of 102 local farmers participated in the programme, where they received hands-on training on the judicious use of fertilizers and pesticides. Experts from the Department of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal, conducted the training programme. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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A day-long youth training camp was organized by Belda Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal at Belda College, Paschim Medinipur on 26 August. The purpose of this camp was to instill the man-making and character-building education of Swami Vivekananda among the youth. The subjects included mental concentration, character-building, the aims and objects of the Mahamandal, and the life and message of Swami Vivekananda. The training classes were conducted by Sri Jagadish Dey, Assistant General Secretary of the Mahamandal; Dr. Srimanta Saha, President of the Midnapore branch; Dr. Chandrasekhar Hazra, Principal of Belda College; and Sri Jugal Pradhan, Executive Committee Member of the Central Organization of the Mahamandal. A total of 387 trainees attended this camp, including students, teachers, and other people from various walks of life. In the afternoon session, a public meeting was arranged, and was addressed by Dr. Srimanta Saha. He discussed the application of the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda in daily life. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Siuri Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a day-long youth training camp on 23 August, 2026 at Benimadhab High School, Siuri. The camp was attended by 205 youths. Sri Soumen Bhattacharya and Sri Bikash Pramanik conducted the training classes, which included the topics such as, mental concentration, methods of character-building, aims and objects of the Mahamandal, and life and message of Swami Vivekananda. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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On 23 August, a day-long youth training camp was organised by Kuara Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal, which was attended by 194 youths. Sri Tapas Kumar Mondal, Sri Prosenjit Saha, and Sri Tapan Kumar Garai took the classes, which included aims and objects of the Mahamandal, methods of character-building, mental concentration, and life and message of Swami Vivekananda. An interactive question -answer session was also held. In the afternoon, a public meeting was arranged, which was addressed by Srimat Swami Bharupanandaji, Headmaster, Asansol Ramakrishna Mission High School. About 150 local people attended this meeting. At the end of the meeting, Vivek Vahini of this unit presented their outdoor activities. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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A day-long Youth Training Camp was organized by Kankuria Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal on 23 August 2026. Sri Amit Kumar Datta, General Secretary of the Mahamandal, along with Dr. Panna Bhattacharya of Kalna Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal, conducted the training classes. A total of 105 youths attended the camp. -
Independence Day Celebration
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The Narayangarh branch of the Mahamandal celebrated 80th Independence day of India on 15 August in a befitting manner. -
Workers' Meet
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A workers’ meet was organized at the Jangalpara branch of the Mahamandal on 8–9 August 2026. Sixty-four senior members and organizers from 18 units under the Howrah-Hooghly Zone attended the meet. The activities of the different units and the responsibilities of the organizers in strengthening and expanding these activities were discussed. Sri Amit Kumar Datta, General Secretary, and Sri Abhijit Ghosh, Assistant General Secretary of the Mahamandal, were present and actively participated in the discussions
July 2026
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Blood Donation Camp
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With the assistance of the Association of Voluntary Blood Donors, West Bengal, a blood donation camp was organised by Sundarikhali Vivekananda Yuva Pathachakra at Rajbari Surendra F. P. School on 19 July 2026. The camp was inaugurated by Srimat Swami Tyaganandaji of Agarhati Sri Ramakrishna Sarada Sevashram. A total of 62 people donated blood. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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English Bazar Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a half-day youth training camp on 19 July at Lalit Mohan Shyam Mohini High School. A total of 106 students participated in the camp. The classes were conducted by Sri Monoranjan Mondal, Sri Soumitra Das, Sri Sanjay Ghosh, Sri Tanmoy Basak, and Sri Manu Debnath of the Mahamandal. The discussions focused on the aims and objectives of the Mahamandal, methods of character-building, and the life and message of Swami Vivekananda. An interactive question-and-answer session with the participants was also held. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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A daylong youth training camp was held on 19 July at Barmohanpur High School, Paschim Medinipur, under the auspices of the Khakurda branch of the Mahamandal. A total of 245 youths participated in the camp. The classes were conducted by Sri Jagadish Dey, Assistant General Secretary of the Mahamandal, Sri Sahadev Shit of Jhargram Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal, and Sri Daipain Mishra of the Midnapore branch of the Mahamandal. The discussions included the aims and objectives of the Mahamandal, methods of character-building, and the life and message of Swami Vivekananda. An interactive question-and-answer session was also held. A public meeting was organized in the afternoon. Sri Jagadish Dey delivered a talk on the duties and role of parents in shaping the lives of their children. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Kalna Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a daylong Youth Training Camp on 12 July 2026 at Kalna Ambika Maishmardini High School. The aims and objectives of the Mahamandal, methods of character-building, and the life and message of Swami Vivekananda were the subjects of discussion. The classes were conducted by Dr. Bhupendra Chandra Bhattacharya, Dr. Prosenjit Saha, and Sri Ujjwal Banerjee of the Mahamandal. An interactive question-and-answer session was also held. A total of 163 youths participated in the camp. In the afternoon, a public meeting was organized, which was attended by 125 local people. In this session, Dr. Bhupendra Chandra Bhattacharya delivered a speech on the life and message of Holy Mother Sarada Devi.
June 2026
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Blood Donation Camp
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Bhogpur branch of the Mahamandal organized a blood donation camp on 28 June 2026. A total of 86 people donated blood during the camp -
Blood Donation Camp
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Kuara Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a blood donation camp on 27 June 2026. A total of 50 people donated blood during the camp -
Blood Donation Camp
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The Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal organized a blood donation camp on 7 June 2026 in collaboration with Banagram Sub-Divisional Hospital. A total of 107 people donated blood. A mango sapling was distributed to each donor
July 2026
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Blood Donation Camp
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Jhargram Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a blood donation camp on 7 June 2026 at Sri Ramakrishna Ma Sarada Mandir in collaboration with the Blood Bank of Jhargram Government Medical College. A total of 92 people donated blood during the camp
March 2026
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Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Pathri Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a daylong youth training camp on 29 March 2026. Sri Abhijit Ghosh, Assistant General Secretary of the Mahamandal, along with Sri Tuhin Chatterjee, Sri Badal Narayan Ghosh, and Sri Sahadev Shit of the Mahamandal, conducted classes on the aims and objectives of the Mahamandal, character-building, mental concentration, and the life and message of Swami Vivekananda. In the afternoon session, which was open to all, Sri Apurba Das of the Mahamandal delivered a speech on the relevance of Swami Vivekananda in the present context. The camp was attended by 86 youths from various schools and colleges. -
Special Discussion Programme
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The Midnapore branch of the Mahamandal arranged a two-day special study circle on 28–29 March 2026. A total of 88 members, including former members, attended the programme. Various aspects of this man-making and character-building movement, its relevance in the present context, and its methods of work were discussed in depth. This programme is organised every year and has become a reunion of both old and new members. -
Health Check-up Camp
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Nagarukhra Vivekananda Yuva Pathachakra organised a free health check-up camp on 17 March 2026, benefiting 150 persons. The camp was conducted with the assistance of the Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal. Medicines were distributed free of charge as needed. -
Kishore Camp
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The Bhogpur Branch of the Mahamandal organised a day-long camp for adolescents on 14 March 2026. The camp was attended by 153 students from Classes VII to IX. The classes were conducted by Sri Anup Panja, Sri Goutam Samanta, and Sri Ghanashyam Jana of the Mahamandal. -
Eye Check-up Camp
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The Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal organised a free eye camp on 11 March 2026, which benefited 270 persons. Necessary medicines were also distributed free of cost among the patients. -
VVITC
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A day-long Vivek Vahini Instructors’ Training Camp was held on 8 March for the units under the Ghatal, Panskura, and Tamluk Zones, under the auspices of Mahishadal Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal. The sessions included classes on the purpose and importance of having a Vivek Vahini, the need for life-building for the instructors, and the methods of conducting study circles for the children. An interactive session was also held where the participants exchanged ideas and clarified various practical aspects of conducting Vivek Vahini. Practical demonstrations of games, parade, PT, and music were also provided. Sri Tarun Chakraborty, Sri Prasanta Chakraborty, Sri Raju Kumar Paul, and Sri Koushik Biswas conducted the sessions. A total of 20 members from different units, along with some members of Vivek Vahini and Kishore Vikas Vahini, participated in the camp. -
Health Check-up Camp
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The Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal organized a free health check-up camp on 1 March 2026. Around 1,003 persons, including children, received treatment in various specialties such as paediatrics, ENT, gynaecology, and dental care. Free diagnostic tests, including blood sugar, haemoglobin, and ECG, were also conducted. Medicines were distributed free of cost to patients as per requirement.
February 2026
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VVITC
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A Vivek Vahini Instructors’ Training Camp was organized at Kuara Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal for the units under the Kalna and Katwa areas of Purba Bardhaman district on 15 February. A total of 48 members from 10 units participated in this camp. Discussions were held on the objectives of the Vivek Vahini, the importance and duties of the instructors, and the methods of conducting study circles for children. Practical demonstrations on parade, PT, and games were also conducted. The entire programme was conducted by Sri Prasanta Chakraborty, Sri Tarun Chakraborty, and Sri Santu Maity of the Mahamandal. -
Special Discussion Programme
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A special discussion programme for adolescents was held at Dhansimla Vidyabhaban, District Bankura, on 15 February 2026, with the participation of 93 boys. The programme was conducted by Sri Atanu Kundu and Sri Suman Roy of the Mahamandal. Other senior members of the local unit also participated. The subjects discussed in the programme were methods of character-building and mental concentration. -
Kishore Training Camp
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The 1st Kishore Training Camp of the Kolkata and South 24 Parganas Districts Zone of the Mahamandal was held on 1 February 2026 at Ghasiara Vidyapith School, Sonarpur, under the auspices of Sonarpur Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal. The classes were conducted by Shri Tarun Chakraborty, Shri Anup Panja, and Shri Prasanta Chakraborty of the Mahamandal. The man-making and character-building ideals of Swami Vivekananda were discussed lucidly in simple language so that the participants could easily understand and assimilate the ideas. Sri Raju Kumar Paul of the Mahamandal conducted the music classes. At the end of the camp, Shri Prasanta Chakraborty addressed the guardians assembled in the open session and spoke on the role of guardians in the life-building of their children. A total of 175 participants, mostly school students, attended the camp with keen interest.
January 2026
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National Youth Day
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The Jalpaiguri branch of the Mahamandal organized public meetings to commemorate the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda at four places in the city, namely Kadmatala More, Pratap Sangha Club premises, Netaji Unnayan Palli, and Sarada Palli. At all these venues, speakers delivered addresses on the life and message of Swami Vivekananda, its relevance in the present context, and the aims and activities of the Mahamandal. Members of the Vivek Vahini and Kishor Vikash Vahini presented the Swadesh Mantra, devotional songs, and a few memorable incidents from the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Copies of Swami Vivekananda’s Chicago Address, along with photographs of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda, were distributed among the listeners, viewers, and passers-by. The members of this branch centre also took part in programmes organized by various local organizations. -
National Youth Day
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The Gangadharpur branch of the Mahamandal arranged a colourful procession on the occasion of the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. A public meeting was also organized on this occasion -
National Youth Day
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Sundarikhali Vivekananda Yuva Pathachakra organised a colourful procession on 12 January to celebrate the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. At the end of the programme, the Secretary of the pathachakra delivered short speeches about significance of the day. -
National Youth Day
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On the occasion of the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12 January 2026, Bardhaman Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized two processions—one at the Burdwan University campus and the other in the Belbagan area. The procession at the Burdwan University campus passed through various departments of the university and concluded at Vivekananda Chatrabas. A special study circle was also arranged at Vivekananda Chatrabas, in which 120 students from different hostels of the University participated. Dr. Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Sri Ranapratap Nandi, and Dr. Tapan Kumar Garai of the Mahamandal delivered speeches on the life and message of Swami Vivekananda, its relevance in the present context, and highlighted the activities of the Mahamandal. In the Belbagan area, a cultural programme comprising drama, songs, recitation, and a quiz competition was organized on this occasion. -
National Youth Day
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Nabason Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organised a procession followed by a public meeting on 12 January 2026 to celebrate the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. -
National Youth Day
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Kuara Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal undertook various programmes to commemorate the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12 January 2026. The activities included a procession, drawing competition, cultural competition, and a health awareness camp for the children. A book stall displaying Ramakrishna–Vivekananda literature published by the Mahamandal, along with other publications, was also set up. -
National Youth Day
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Kalna Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal celebrated the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12 January 2026 in a befitting manner. A special study circle was organised in the morning with the members of the unit, where a letter from Swami Vivekananda and an editorial from December 1974 issue of the Vivek Jivan were read out and discussed. In the afternoon session, a public meeting was organised, which was attended by about 100 local people. Sri Pappu Das, Sri Ujjwal Banerjee and Dr. Panna Bhattacharya addressed the gathering. On this occasion, a digital souvenir titled ‘Vivek Prabha’ was released. -
National Youth Day
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Gangatikuri Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal celebrated the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12 January 2026 in a befitting manner. A colourful procession, followed by a public meeting, was organised on this occasion. -
National Youth Day
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Chak Islampur Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organised a colourful procession on 12 January to celebrate the 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The procession received a warm welcome from the local residents. At the end of the procession members of the Vivek Vahini presented a cultural programme consisting of recitations, devotional songs, and other performances. -
National Youth Day
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Bhatra Vivekananda Yuva Pathachakra celebrated the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12 January 2026 in a befitting manner. A procession was taken out, which passed through the local areas. -
Birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda
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The Lowa branch of the Mahamandal celebrated the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 11 January 2026 in a befitting manner. In the morning, a colourful procession was taken out through the surrounding villages. The local people came out in large numbers to welcome and pay tribute to the procession. In the afternoon, a public meeting was held, during which the life and message of Swami Vivekananda, its relevance in the present day, and the aims and objectives of the Mahamandal were discussed. A book stall was also set up on this occasion. -
Birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda
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The Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal conducted various programmes from 10 to 13 January to pay homage to Swami Vivekananda on his 164th birth anniversary. The programmes included special study circles for the members of the unit, where the life and message of Swami Vivekananda were discussed from various points of view, and its practical application through the Mahamandal was highlighted. The programmes also included a procession, recitations, devotional songs, and a public meeting. Srimat Swami Vedanuraganandaji, Vice Principal of Ramakrishna Mission Centenary College, Rahara, addressed the public meeting, which was attended by about 250 students along with their teachers. In his address, he spoke on Swamiji’s call to the youth.
December 2025
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Special Discussion Programme
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Agartala Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a special discussion programme on 7 December 2025, which was attended by 70 youths. Shri Abhijit Ghosh, Assistant General Secretary of the Mahamandal and Dr. Tuhin Chatterjee, Secretary of the Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal conducted the classes.
November 2025
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Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Vishakhapatnam Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a daylong youth training camp on 29 November 2025, which was attended by 135 youths. Sri Arunava Sengupta and Sri Prasanta Chakraborty conducted the classes. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Hazaribagh Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal arranged a daylong youth training camp on 9 November, 2025, which aimed to inspire the youth with the man-making and character-building ideals of Swami Vivekananda. A total of 180 youths participated in the programme. The sessions were conducted by Sri Bijay Singh, Sri Prashant Chakraborty, Sri Dharmendra Singh, Sri Ajay Pandey, Sri Gajanand Pathak, Sri Ajay Kumar Agarwal, and Dr. Sajal Mukherjee. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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A daylong youth training camp was held on 9 November 2025 under the auspices of Kalna Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal at Kalna Ambika Mahisamardini High School. A total of 126 youths, mostly students from schools and colleges, participated in the camp. Sri Anup Dutta, Sri Anup Panja, Sri Kousik Koley, and Sri Projjwal Banerjee conducted the classes, focusing on the man-making and character-building ideals of Swami Vivekananda. In the afternoon session, which was open to all, discussions were held on the life and message of Swami Vivekananda. A total of 103 local people attended this session. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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Parulia Vivekananda Yuva Mahamandal organized a daylong youth training camp on 2 November 2025. The topics discussed in the camp included the aims and objectives of the Mahamandal, methods of character-building, the life and message of Swami Vivekananda, and the qualities of character. The classes were conducted by Sri Biplab Sarkar, Sri Indrajit Mondal, and Sri Sudhir Biswas. A total of 108 youths, including 30 guests, attended the camp.
October 2025
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Health Check-up Camp
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The Chowberia branch of the Mahamandal organized a health check-up camp on 17 October 2025, benefitting 159 persons. -
Daylong Youth Training Camp
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The Bajkul Zone under the Purba Medinipur, Paschim Medinipur, and Jhargram District Monitoring Committee of the Mahamandal organised a day-long training camp for adolescents at Bhimeswari High School on 11 October 2025. A total of 225 campers participated in the camp. The classes were conducted by Shri Chiranjib Bayen, Shri Manoranjan Jana, Shri Soumen Bhattacharya, Shri Mukti Prasad Mudi, and Shri Barun Bera of the Mahamandal. A quiz based on the topics discussed during the sessions was also conducted. -
Book Stall
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The Khakurda and Barakumarda branches of the Mahamandal set up a book stall during the Durga Puja festival. Books and photographs published by Udbodhan and the Mahamandal were displayed and sold. -
Kishore Camp
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The Bajkul Zone under the Purba Medinipur, Paschim Medinipur, and Jhargram District Monitoring Committee of the Mahamandal organised a day-long training camp for adolescents at Bhimeswari High School on 11 October 2025. A total of 225 campers participated in the camp. The classes were conducted by Shri Chiranjib Bayen, Shri Manoranjan Jana, Shri Soumen Bhattacharya, Shri Mukti Prasad Mudi, and Shri Barun Bera of the Mahamandal. A quiz based on the topics discussed during the sessions was also conducted.