Chinmaya Devi Group, Madurai, in relation to Women’s Day Celebrations, organized a two-day value camp “Maa Shakti” for women, on 7 March and 8 March 2022 at VVM Mahal, Madurai. More than 250 members participated in this mega event, which was conducted on the concept of ‘Women’s Empowerment and the Glory of Womanhood’.
‘Maa Shakti’ began with a grand inauguration by Dr. G. Natchiar, Director Emeritus, Aravind Eye Hospitals, Madurai. Swami Sivayogananda in his address explained the importance of the various roles, responsibilities and sacrifices by women as daughter, mother and wife.
Shri Varalotti Rengasamy (Shri Sridhar), an auditor by profession and a famous writer, spoke on “Love is Shakti”. The talk was well received by the audience. This session was followed by a lively and thought provoking talk by Pattimandram Shri. Raja, who is a professional speaker in Tamil Nadu. Afternoon sessions were fun filled with essay and poetry writing competitions, a quiz, group activities and games.
Day 2 (International Women’s Day – 8 March) began with a divine talk by Swami Sivayogananda on “The Great Women from the Mahabharatha”. The audience were engrossed in listening to Savitri Charitram and each and every woman was moved to tears. Dr.Girija, a famous speaker in Madurai, spoke from Lalitha Sahasranamam and gave useful tips for women to live happily. A rangoli competition was conducted, which exhibited the individual talent of every participant. The group activity was meticulously planned to bring out the concept of Maa Shakti.
The second day concluded with a valedictory function followed by prize distribution. Special Guests were invited for this function. Smt. Rathna, news presenter and anchor from Chennai lit the lamp and spoke on “Decision Making Skills of Women.” Dr. Sujatha, Principal, Subbulakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, delivered the chief guest address. Smt. Jayasri Sreeram, District President, TAMBRAS, felicitated and distributed the prizes to the winners of various competitions. Ms. Guhakumari, Devi Group Coordinator of Chinmaya Mission Madurai, offered the vote of thanks.
Camp kits, lunch and refreshments were provided to all the attendees on both days and consolation prizes were distributed for the various competitions. Excellent feedback was received from the participants.This event was covered by News Dailies Dinamalar, Dinamani and The Hindu. Kirtilals, Bhima Jewellers, Raj Mahal Silks, Pothys Textiles, VVM Mahal and Gowri Krishna Hotels were the major sponsors of this very successful event.
Under the guidance of Swami Sivayogananda, Chinmaya Devi Group in Madurai executed this event with great dedication and devotion.
