Aanandalaya Reports 2024-25

Aanandalaya is a key educational initiative of Vivekananda Kendra, a spiritually oriented service mission working across Bharat since 1972 with the mission of “Man-Making, Nation-Building.” The Aanandalaya project began in 1992 in the tea garden areas of Dibrugarh, Assam. Initially launched through Balwadis and health camps, the project evolved in 2004 into a structured educational support program designed for the holistic development of children.

Aanandalaya in Assam – At a Glance

- Districts Covered: 7
- Tea Gardens / Villages Covered: 110
- Total Aanandalayas: 183
- Total Students Benefited: 5691
- Acharyas (Teachers): 183
- Mandal Prabandhaks: 18
- Prant Toli Sadasyas: 8
- Monthly Mandal-level Meetings: 18

Major Accomplishments in the Past Year

Gram Samiti Sanmelan

Conducted at 3 locations with 184 Gram Sadasyas participating.

Acharya Prashikshan Shibir (Residential)

Held in Dibrugarh with 94 new Acharyas and 15 organizing Karyakartas.

Aanandalaya Vishesh Prashikshan Shibir

Held at Aanandalaya Bhawan, Dibrugarh with 63 participants.

Vivekananda Vijay Yatra

Started from Sadiya and Goalpara and culminated in Dibrugarh. Covered 908 kilometers, spanning 7 districts and 27 places, with over 5000+ participants.

Utsavs (Celebrations)

Aanandalaya organized several cultural and value-based festivals to deepen cultural roots and inspire collective participation:
• Guru Purnima – 6 Programs, 280 Participants
• Universal Brotherhood Day – 16 Programs, 768 Participants
• Sadhana Diwas – 18 Programs, 534 Participants
• Geeta Jayanti – 4 Programs, 105 Participants
• Samartha Bharat Parva – 17 Programs, 760 Participants




Summary & Impact

The Aanandalaya project has evolved into a robust grassroots movement dedicated to the educational, moral, and cultural upliftment of children in underserved areas. With over 180 Aanandalayas, thousands of students, and a committed team of trained Acharyas, the initiative continues to embody Vivekananda Kendra’s mission — creating self-reliant, value-rooted citizens for a stronger Bharat.

  • Shining Stars: A+ scores in schools, thanks to conductive learning environment and timely guidance.
  • Disciplined Mind: Students show better discipline, as acknowledged by school teachers. 
  • Patriotic Pride: Increased interest in national heroes and patriotic songs sung even after Aanandalaya activities
  • Confident Kid: Self-confidence and self presentation have improved.
  • Tradition & Respect: Students learn to respect elders with a Namaste and appreciate their responsibilities towards society.
  • Community Impact: Health, hygiene, and education awareness have improved. Nearby Villagers expressed interest in starting Aanandalaya in their villages

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