India Observes Swami Vivekananda’s 123rd Death Anniversary on 4 July 2025.
Important Days
On July 4, 2025, India and the global spiritual community observe the 123rd death anniversary (Punyatithi) of Swami Vivekananda (born Narendranath Datta, 1863–1902), whose spiritual vision and teachings on Vedanta, youth empowerment, and national revival continue to resonate.
- Born in Calcutta on January 12, 1863, Vivekananda was inspired by his guru Sri Ramakrishna. In 1886, he adopted monastic life and embarked on travels across India, experiencing its diverse social fabric and resolving at Kanyakumari in 1892 to dedicate his life to service and enlightenment.
- At the 1893 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago, Vivekananda began with “Sisters and Brothers of America,” earning a standing ovation and introducing Hindu philosophy, Vedanta, and universal spirituality to the West—cementing his status as a key religious ambassador.
- An advocate of Neo-Vedanta, he emphasized that “Each soul is potentially divine,” and championed education that builds character, strength, and self-reliance, integrating these principles into nation-building and social uplift.
Main Point :- (i) Swami Vivekananda founded the Ramakrishna Math and Mission in 1897, promoting spiritual service (karma yoga) and interfaith harmony. In 1985, India commemorated his birthday (January 12) as National Youth Day, reflecting his enduring inspiration for the country’s youth.
(ii) On this anniversary, leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UP CM Yogi Adityanath honoured him, calling his teachings a “guiding light” that promoted pride, unity, selfless service, and moral courage. Vivekananda’s call to “Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached” continues to inspire global society.
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