The Bhagavad Gita is the elixir of life and can be adopted as a true manual for transformation to unique life style. The Bhagavad Gita is the eternal message of spiritual wisdom from ancient India. Bhagavad Gita that was originally a set of sermons that Lord Krishna gave to Arjuna during the Mahabharata war in Kurukshetra. The auspicious day is marked on the Shukla Ekadashi falling on the 11th day of the waxing moon. Gita explains the importance of karma which is still as relevant and popular as it was in ancient time.
Furthermore, family is essential to one’s natural stability on becoming a morally respected human being in society. That means each individual member devotes themselves on becoming the natural support for continuous nourishment throughout one’s life span. When one reflects on the true essence of family, one must not initially reflect on the physicality aspect of family, but instead the internal approach of the
concept by strict observation of one’s natural growth through genuine
support obtained only through strong family unity.
It is a fact which needs to be universally acknowledged that whatever great task we intend to undertake must contribute a lot so that mankind, in future, is able to fulfil the impulses of development prescribed by the universal cosmic order.
To keep the essence of Bhagavad Gita very much alive and to inculcate the true meaning of it, a healthy family system is also required. To keep the tradition alive on 14th Dec 2021, VKV Yingkiong celebrated Gita Jayanti along with Amrut Parivar. Altogether 90 family members from 25 families and our staffs families were present.
The whole programme was performed with traditional gaiety and solemnity to spread the holy message of the Geeta--- as the harmony of the spiritual, ethical and religious aspects of life--- with outmost shraddha.
After Mangalacharan, Sri. K. Sumithran, Principal, VKV Yingkiong felicitated the guest, and then in his unique style extended a
warm welcome to all and explained the purpose of the day. He very elegantly conveys the message that the teachings from Gita must go hand in hand in our family also. Referring to the letter of Mananeeya
Nivedita Didi and Mananeeya Aparna didi he appealed to all to understand the importance of the message of the Gita in our daily life and contribute to a strengthened family system. He also explained the purpose of celebrating Amrut Parivaar Milan in our school.
This was followed by a patriotic group song by class IX students and followed by chanting of slokas from Gita by the students of VKV Yingkiong
Next was a ‘Geet’ session. Sri. Anjan Phukan, teacher of VKV Yingkiong, sung melodious songs describing the greatness of Lord Krishna. The song was sung in question-and-answer style and mentioned the fundamental queries of life –Who is the greatest Sammani? Who is the greatest Dhyani?...
Followed by bhajans from our students.
Next to that two students of Class – IX demonstrated some yoga activities which can be easily practiced in our home in a hassle-free style. Our students and some of the parents participated in the yoga session.
After that, Sh. Gyaneshwar Mishra, teacher of VKV Yingkiong narrated motivating and inspiring two stories with a focus on family bonding and with special reference to the great work of philosophy. All the devotees, probably, had to delve deep in to the inner depths of the explanations.
Next was a video screening session. Selected three short videos were screened in front of the parents to highlight the need for the strong families and to understand the need for strengthening them.
After this programme there was a short break. One of the parents Smt. Jamoh madam sponsored tea and snacks to all invitees.
Next session was a Games session. Sri. Naren sir and Sri. Koustav sir involved the students and parents in the games session. Everybody enthusiastically participated in the events.
Two of the parents shared their views and expressed their gratitude to VKV Yingkiong in conducting such programmes under the banner of Vivekananda Kendra.
Next was vote of thanks by Sh. Netra B. Gurung. In his style of using befitting words, he thanked everyone for their whole hearted co- operation to make the programme successful. He also explained the content of the letter of Mananeeya. Nivedita Didi and made an appeal to
follow the same in our day-to-day life.
The programme was concluded with Shantimantra .