National Youth Day is being celebrated across the country.
Today is Swami Vivekananda’s birthday. Today is also celebrated as National Youth Day in India. National Youth Day is being celebrated every year on 12 January since 1984 in India. Many programs are organized across the country on this day. Swami Vivekananda always gave priority to youth power. Swami Vivekananda had given a message to the youth that they should work hard to fulfill their dreams. He had asked the youth to do something good for their country and serve humanity. He filled the youth with confidence and told them that they can do anything if they are determined. In such a situation, his birthday was dedicated to the youth.
Chicago’s historic speech
In fact, Swami Vivekananda was born on January 12, 1863 in Kolkata, West Bengal. Swami Vivekananda’s real name was Narendranath Dutt. Swami Vivekananda’s name is recorded in history as a scholar who considered service to humanity as his supreme religion. Swami Vivekananda gained international fame with his fluent speech during the Synod in Chicago, USA. The whole world was shocked to hear his speech. His speech was appreciated by people all over the world.
Swami Vivekananda used to inspire the youth
The birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda was declared as National Youth Day by the Government of India. The purpose of this special day is to guide and inspire the youth. It is believed that the youth have the biggest role in building any nation. Swami Vivekananda filled the youth with confidence and energy and inspired them to serve the nation. His thoughts inspired the youth not only in India but across the world.
Programs are organized across the country
With the aim of spreading the thoughts and ideals of Swami Vivekananda to the youth and inspiring them, his birthday was declared as National Youth Day. On this day, various programs are organized across the country, involving the youth. The objective of these programs is to awaken the spirit of national unity, social harmony and service to the nation among the youth. Apart from this, National Youth Day is also celebrated in various ways in schools, colleges and other institutions. During this period, essay competitions, debate competitions, cultural programs and sports related events are organised.
Theme of National Youth Day this year
The main theme of National Youth Day in the year 2025 is ‘Youth Empowerment for Nation Building’. This theme inspires the youth to play an active role in the development of the country. Along with this, this year’s theme is also ‘Youth for a Sustainable Future: Shaping the Nation with Resilience and Responsibility’. This theme inspires the youth to build a future that is not only prosperous but also sensitive to the environment. This theme promotes a sense of resilience and responsibility among the youth, so that they can face the challenges faced by the country and build a better tomorrow.
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