On the occasion of Das Navami, Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Maharashtra Prant, Kokan Vibhag, Badlapur Nagar, in collaboration with Shishu Vihar School Badlapur Gaon, organized a Shlok Recitation Competition on Magh Krishna Navami Wednesday, February 11, 2026. A total of 120 students from Classes 1 to 7 participated in the competition.
Under the supervision of eight dedicated Kendra karykartas, the participants were evaluated on rigorous criteria, all eager to demonstrate their mastery of the first 25 shlokas in Manache Shlok composed by Samarth Ramdas Swami, including the precision of their pronunciation, the rhythmic flow of their recitation, and their ability to maintain the correct sequence of the verses.
The event was a remarkable success, fostering a deep connection between the younger generation and traditional spiritual literature. From each grade level, three outstanding students were selected as winners for their exceptional performances. A particular highlight of the day was the performance by Kum. Insha Shaikh from Class 7, whose rhythmic and flawless recitation earned her the first position, by encouraging such discipline and devotion.
