Vivekananda Cultural Centre - Blog , Catch Them YoungVivekananda Cultural Centre - Blog , Catch Them Younghttps://rkmvcc.org/blogs/catch-them-youngSat, 17 Oct 2026 08:03:13 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—215th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—215th-batchCTY 215th Batch – Guru Nanak College (8th October 2026) The 215th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme was successfully co ]]>

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CTY 215th Batch –Guru Nanak College (8th October 2026)

The 215th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 8th October 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 70B.Com. Corporate secretary ship from Guru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.


The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "swami Vivekananda’s style of leadership," was delivered by Smt. Ranjana. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.


The second session, "Power of your inner voice" was delivered by the Director Maharaj. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, purity of thought, concentration, and perseverance enable one to overcome challenges and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.


The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.


The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

 

]]>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:41:00 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—214th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—214th-batchCTY 214th Batch – Guru Nanak College (7th October 2026) The 214th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme was successfully cond ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 214th Batch –Guru Nanak College (7th October 2026)

The 214th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 7th October 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 52 B.A. political Science from Guru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.


The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.


The first session, "swami Vivekananda’s style of leadership," was delivered by Smt. Ranjana. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.


The second session, "Awaken the Leader," was delivered by the Director Maharaj. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, purity of thought, concentration, and perseverance enable one to overcome challenges and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.


The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme. 

]]>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:06:27 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—213th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—213th-batch1CTY 213th Batch – Guru Nanak College The 213th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) —a  Value Education Program—was  successfully conducted on 2 ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 213th Batch – Guru Nanak College

The 213th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)—a Value Education Program—was successfully conducted on 25th September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The program welcomed 50first-year B.A. English & B.Sc. physics students fromGuru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.

The program commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "Swami Vivekananda Way of Leadership," was delivered by Smt. Krishnaveni Hariram. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The first session was highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the program inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The program concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the program. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

]]>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—212th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—212th-batch11CTY 212th Batch – Guru Nanak College The 212th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 24th Se ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 212th Batch – Guru Nanak College

The 212th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 24th September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 85 First Year & Second Year B. Com from Guru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.

The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "swami Vivekananda Style of leadership," was delivered by Smt.Krishna veni. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The First session was highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

 

]]>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—211th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—211th-batchCTY 211th Batch – Guru Nanak College The 211th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 23rd Sept ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 211th Batch – Guru Nanak College

The 211th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 23rd September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 23 First-yearBachelor of Business Administration and 32 First-year & Second year Plant B.Sc. Chemistry from Guru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.

The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "swami Vivekananda way of leadership," was delivered by Smt.Krishna veni. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The First session was highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

]]>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—210th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—210th-batchCTY 210th Batch – Guru Nanak College (18th September 2026) The 210th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) —a  Value Education Program—was  succes ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 210th Batch – Guru Nanak College (18th September 2026)

The 210th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)—a Value Education Program—was successfully conducted on 18th September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The program welcomed 45 first-yearBachelor of Business Administration and 22 first-year Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology students from Guru Nanak College for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.


The program commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.


The first session, "Swami Vivekananda's Way of Leadership," was delivered by Smt. Ranjana. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.


The First session were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the program. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme. 

]]>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:52:28 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—208th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—208th-batchCTY 208th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (16th September 2026) The 208th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme ]]>

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CTY 208th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (16th September 2026)

The 208th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 16th September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 70 second-yearB.Com.Maths and Hons from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.

The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "swami Vivekananda’s style of leadership," was delivered by Smt. Krishnaveni. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The second session, "value system" was delivered by Swami Raghunayakananda ji Maharaj, Manager, Sri Ramakrishna Math Chennai,. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, purity of thought, concentration, and perseverance enable one to overcome challenges and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.

The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

 

 

 

 

]]>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:23:26 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—209th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—209th-batchCTY 209th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (17th September 2026) The 209th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme w ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 209th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (17th September 2026)

The 209th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY)- a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 17th September 2026 at Swami RamakrishnanandaHall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 65 second-yearB.Com.Corporate Secretaryship from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.


The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "swami Vivekananda way of leadership," was delivered by Smt.Ranjana. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.


The second session, "value of 5 Pillars" was delivered by the Swami Ishapremananda ji Maharaj, Incharge of Vivekanandar Illam. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, Being Responsible , Empathy, Having Courage, Compassion for FellowBeings and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.


The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme. 

]]>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:56:32 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—206th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—206th-batchCTY 206 th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (9th September  2026) The 206 th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) Value Education Programme w ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 206th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (9th September 2026)

The 206th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 9th September 2026 at Swami Ramakrishnananda Hall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 63 second-year Bachelor of Business Administrationfrom M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda.

The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "The Vivekananda Way of Leadership," was delivered by Smt.Krishnaveni Hariram. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The second session, "Mind & You," was delivered by the Director Maharaj. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, purity of thought, concentration, and perseverance enable one to overcome challenges and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.

The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.

 

]]>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:25:16 +0530<![CDATA[Catch Them Young—207th Batch]]>https://rkmvcc.org/blogs/post/catch-them-young—207th-batchCTY 207 th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (10th September 2026) The 207th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme w ]]>

This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.

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CTY 207th Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women (10th September 2026)

The 207th batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) - a Value Education Programme was successfully conducted on 10th September 2026 at Swami Ramakrishnananda Hall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC), Vivekananda House Campus, Chennai. The programme welcomed 46 second-year B.Sc.Computer Science from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women for an inspiring and transformative learning experience based on the timeless ideals of Swami Vivekananda

The programme commenced with the students reporting at 9:15 a.m., followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of the Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The participants were familiarized with the Centre's mission of empowering youth through value-based education, character building, leadership development, and holistic personality enhancement inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.

The first session, "The Vivekananda Way of Leadership," was delivered by Smt.Ranjana. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she highlighted the essential qualities of an effective leader, including self-confidence, responsibility, discipline, empathy, courage, and the spirit of selfless service. She encouraged the students to cultivate leadership from within by developing strong character, clear vision, and the determination to make a positive impact on society.

The second session, "Awaken the leader within ," was delivered by the Director Maharaj. In his inspiring address, he emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner potential waiting to be awakened. Drawing from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he explained how faith in oneself, purity of thought, concentration, and perseverance enable one to overcome challenges and achieve excellence in life. He motivated the students to discover their inner strength, remain focused on their goals, and lead lives guided by values, purpose, and service to humanity.

The sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students. Through thoughtful discussions, reflections, and practical insights, the participants gained a deeper understanding of leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Many students shared that the programme inspired them to strengthen their confidence, embrace challenges positively, and strive towards becoming responsible individuals.

Following the sessions, the participants visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum at Vivekananda Illam. The guided tour provided an immersive experience of Swami Vivekananda's life, his historic journey, and his universal message of strength, service, and harmony. The museum visit enriched the students' understanding of his enduring contribution to nation-building and character development.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates, books, and photographs of Swami Vivekananda as tokens of encouragement. Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the end of the programme. The students gathered for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, marking the successful completion of another enriching and memorable edition of the Catch Them Young Value Education Programme.


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