In honor of Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, ABVP Manipur successfully arranged National Youth Day events in over 30 sites around the state. Numerous young people and students enthusiastically participated in the festivities, emphasizing the attitude of strength, service, and nation-building. Nearly 300 young people participated in a marathon that ABVP Manipur organized in Thoubal. Additionally, ABVP Manipur organized a unique “Run for Swadeshi” event at Manipur Technical University, in which about ninety students took part. The event was graced by Prof. Kananbala Sarangthem, Head of the Zoology Department of Manipur University, who motivated the attendees.
ABVP Manipur organized a painting competition focused on youth and national pride at DAV Public School. State Joint Secretary ABVP Kumari Pinubala Laishram engaged with students and inspired them to preserve Swami Vivekananda’s principles. Dr. Thiyam David (NEC Special Invitee, ABVP) spoke during a discussion program hosted by ABVP Manipur at Assam Rifles Public School about the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and how they apply to today’s youth. ABVP Manipur organized a yoga session for the College of Agriculture to commemorate the day. Attendee Dr. Indira Aribam, CWC Member ABVP, gave a talk about the value of both mental and physical discipline. Under the auspices of ABVP Manipur, cleaning campaigns were held at Imphal College and GP Women’s College to encourage social responsibility and campus hygiene.
ABVP Manipur organized a “Run for Swadeshi” event at NIT Manipur. As a guest, Bhagwat Singh, State Organizing Secretary of the ABVP Manipur, urged young people to support an independent India. A football competition was held at Government Polytechnic as part of the festivities. Advocate Manju Sharma Adhikarimayum, a social activist, spoke to the students on character development and patriotism during a Swami Vivekananda discourse at KV Lamphel No. 1, which was organized by ABVP Manipur. In addition to these significant occasions, ABVP Manipur sections in several districts organized discussions, essay contests, awareness campaigns, cultural events, planting drives, and more youth-focused activities. Numerous programs addressed issues such as nation-building, drug-free society, youth empowerment, social service, and self-discipline. The festivities were a reflection of ABVP Manipur’s ongoing attempts to direct young people’s enthusiasm toward positive and patriotic objectives. Inspired by Swami Vivekananda’s timeless statement, “Youth is the backbone of the nation,” young students concluded the day with a renewed determination to contribute to a self-reliant, progressive, and stronger Manipur.
