Sanskriti Anveshak lecture by Shri Hanumantha Rao Ji

The Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture, Guwahati, in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of IIT Guwahati, is organizing a special program on the topic “Transforming Pressure into Power: Swami Vivekananda’s Insight for Today’s Youth.” The event will be held on 16th August, 2025, at the Mini Auditorium, IIT Guwahati. This program aims to inspire and empower the youth by drawing from Swami Vivekananda’s timeless wisdom on how to channel challenges and pressures into constructive energy for personal growth and nation-building.
Sanskriti Anveshak
Assam

Indian Knowledge System: Basis of our Way of Life – Vedanta

The Sanskriti Anveshak forum was organized as a thematic and interdisciplinary platform for intellectual exploration, bringing together diverse perspectives on India’s rich cultural and philosophical heritage. The central theme of this session, “Indian Knowledge System: Basis of our Way of Life – Vedanta”, emphasized the foundational role of Vedanta in shaping Indian civilization, thought systems, and values.
Sanskriti Anveshak
Assam

Indian Knowledge System: Wisdom of Communities of North East

On 5th April 2025, Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture organized a thematic interaction under the banner Sanskriti Anveshak: A Thematic Interaction Interdisciplinary Forum. The event marked the initiation of a discussion series on the theme Indian Knowledge System: Focus on North East. Held at the Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture premises, the session witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 40 individuals, including members of Team Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture
Sanskriti Anveshak
Assam

The Fading Practice

Mosaic is a word often used for the Indian culture, analogues, a few puzzle pieces towards making a picture. It is however, perspective that sets a clear notion in our mind that it is always “One” picture with no missing puzzle pieces.

Drifting into Obscurity

Preserving and promoting the ancient traditions of various communities, while continually emphasizing the significance of safeguarding one's customs and heritage to the younger generation, has been the mission of The Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture since its establishment. In line with this goal, the subject I am presenting here focuses on the material culture of one community, which is an integral part of their age old identity.  The creation of pottery, a form of material culture within a community, dates back to the dawn of human civilization.

28th Foundation Day Celebration

The Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture (VKIC) celebrated its 28th Foundation Day with grandeur and reverence, marking another milestone in its journey of cultural preservation and promotion. The event was held at the Gauhati Medical College & Hospital Auditorium, Bhangagarh, Guwahati, and witnessed the presence of distinguished guests, scholars, and cultural enthusiasts.
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