This value education activity is financially sponsored by Sundaram Finance, Chennai.
CTY 193rd Batch – M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
The 193rd batch of the Catch Them Young (CTY) Personality Development Programme was conducted on 24 July 2026 at Swami Ramakrishnananda Hall, Vivekananda Cultural Centre (VCC). The programme witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 73 second-year B.Com. (Accounting and Finance) students from M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women.
The programme commenced with an invocation, followed by an introduction to the vision and activities of Vivekananda Cultural Centre and Vivekananda Illam. The students were familiarized with the Centre's initiatives dedicated to nurturing character, self-confidence, leadership, and holistic personality development inspired by the ideals of Swami Vivekananda.
The first session, "Confidence: The Vivekananda Way," was delivered by Smt. Krishnaveni. Through inspiring incidents from the life of Swami Vivekananda, she explained that true confidence arises from faith in oneself, purity of character, and determination.
The second session, "Awaken the Confidence Within," was conducted by Smt. Varsha. In her engaging and interactive presentation, she emphasized that every individual possesses immense inner strength and unlimited potential. She guided the students on developing self-belief, overcoming self-doubt, improving communication, and building resilience through disciplined effort and a positive mindset.
Both sessions were highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students through discussions, reflections, and questions. The programme inspired them to strengthen their self-confidence, develop a positive outlook, and pursue their aspirations with determination and dedication.
Following the sessions, the students visited the Experience Vivekananda Museum, where they explored the inspiring life, message, and global impact of Swami Vivekananda through immersive exhibits. The museum visit deepened their understanding of his ideals and enriched the overall learning experience.
Tea and biscuits were served during the break, followed by refreshments at the conclusion of the programme. The participants assembled for a group photograph near the statue of Swami Vivekananda, bringing to a close another successful and inspiring edition of the <b>Catch Them Young</b> programme.