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Panaji: The foundation stone for the proposed Ramakrishna Mission Goa project was laid on Monday at the Ramakrishna Mission Math at Khandepar in Ponda, marking the beginning of a new spiritual and cultural initiative in the State.
The proposed centre is envisioned as a hub for spirituality, education, service and value-based development inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda. The project is expected to promote spiritual, cultural and social service activities in Goa.
Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant, addressing the gathering at the ceremony, said the project represented an important step in Goa’s spiritual and cultural journey.
“This foundation stone is not only for a building, but for the next 100 years of Goa’s spiritual and cultural future,” the Chief Minister said.
Referring to Swami Vivekananda’s message of “Shiva Bhave Jiva Seva”, Dr Sawant said service to humanity was equivalent to service to God.
The Chief Minister also said Goa was steadily emerging as an important destination for spiritual tourism and cultural heritage. He stated that while the State had long been globally recognised for “Sun, Sea and Sand”, the government had worked to add a fourth “S” — spirituality.
Dr Sawant highlighted initiatives such as Partagali Math, the Shri Ram statue project, revival of cultural landmarks and the Swayampurna Goa movement as examples of the government’s focus on spirituality, self-reliance and preservation of cultural heritage.
According to organisers, the Ramakrishna Mission project aims to strengthen spiritual outreach, social service initiatives and value-oriented engagement in the State.
The programme was attended by Most Rev Swami Suhitanandaji Maharaj, Vice President of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, Swami Aryanand Ji, Secretary of Ramakrishna Mission Goa, along with devotees, dignitaries and members associated with the Mission.
