Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Prerona Discusses Vivekananda's Enduring Ideas
Prerona, a group that helps people, had a meeting to talk about Swami Vivekananda, a wise monk from the past.
They wanted to understand why his ideas are still important today.
Many people, including important leaders, spoke about how Vivekananda's teachings can help us be strong, honest, and kind.
They said that his ideas about building a better society by being good individuals are still very useful.
The meeting reminded everyone that Vivekananda's thoughts can guide us in our daily lives and help us live better.
Prerona, an NGO based in Haridevpur, organized a discussion meeting on Swami Vivekananda to mark his birth anniversary on 12 January.
The topic of discussion was 'Why is Swami Vivekananda’s acceptance still increasing today?'
Alapan Bandyopadhyay, former Chief Secretary and Chief Adviser to the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, spoke about Vivekananda's belief in character-building for nation-building.
Swami Vedaswarupananda Maharaj highlighted Vivekananda's message of service to humanity as the highest form of worship.
Anindya Bhattacharya, a noted writer and officer-in-charge of the Vivekananda Archive, conducted the session, emphasizing Vivekananda's continued relevance in modern society.
- Who
- Prerona, a non-governmental organization based in the Haridevpur area
- What
- Organized a discussion meeting on Swami Vivekananda
- When
- 12 January, to mark Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary
- Where
- Haridevpur area
- Why
- To discuss the increasing acceptance of Swami Vivekananda's ideas and their relevance to modern society
- Organization
- Prerona
- Location
- Haridevpur area
- Event Date
- 12 January
- Event Topic
- Why is Swami Vivekananda’s acceptance still increasing today?
- Key Speaker
- Alapan Bandyopadhyay
- Key Speaker Role
- Former Chief Secretary and Chief Adviser to the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
- Swami Vivekananda's Birthday
- 12 January