Step-by-step pooja procedure to perform rituals correctly and get maximum spiritual benefits.
Complete list of required pooja items and samagri for performing the festival rituals.
Auspicious timings and shubh muhurat to perform pooja for best results.
Sacred mantras and aarti to chant during pooja for positive energy.
National Youth Day 2026 honors Swami Vivekanandas birth anniversary. It emphasizes spiritual growth, ethical action, and service to others. The day blends Indian culture with modern learning and a hopeful astrological outlook. Youth are urged to speak truth, seek knowledge, and lead with compassion, resilience, and a sense of responsibility to fellow citizens. It is a time to reflect on the ideals of self-reliance, fearless inquiry, and the dignity of work. Schools, colleges, and communities organize discussions, volunteer drives, and cultural programs that inspire young people to imagine a better future and then work to build it. The festival also invites seniors and mentors to guide youth through practical steps, skill development, and community service. 🌟🙏
| Tithi | Dwitiya (Shukla Paksha) |
| Nakshatra | Dhanishta |
| Sunrise | 07:12 AM |
| Sunset | 05:52 PM |
| Auspicious Timing | 08:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Date | 12 January 2026 |
National Youth Day originates from the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, the 19th-century sage whose message of strength, service, and Vedantic learning inspired generations of youth. The Government of India designated 12 January as National Youth Day in 1984–85 and held the first celebration in 1985, linking the festival to Vivekananda’s teachings and the Ramakrishna Mission. The day honors his exhortations to youth to awaken, serve society, and realize their inner potential.
Devotees offer flowers, fruits, and a lamp to Swami Vivekananda's image, recite prayers or chant mantras, and some observe a brief fast or engage in youth-service activities.
Typically celebrated on January 12, Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary, but some regions observe on the day when the related tithi or nakshatra falls or when an auspicious muhurat occurs, so timing varies by region.
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