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The Tirupati Kendra was inaugurated by Shri N. Sanjiva Reddy, the former President of India, on August 16, 1989.
NEWS & EVENTS
On July 20, 2024, Bhavan’s S. V. Vidyalaya, Tirupati Kendra reverently celebrated Guru Poornima. Director Dr. N. Satyanarayana Raju and the esteemed guest, Professor Rajanikanth Shukla, National Sanskrit University illuminated the occasion with profound reflections on the guru’s pivotal role in education. The programme, featuring a cultural showcase by Class 9, concluded with felicitations, embodying the school’s commitment to cultural heritage and educational excellence.
Bhavan’s Sri Venkateswara Vidyalaya, Tirupati, has launched a month-long Spoken Sanskrit camp, ‘Samskrita Sambhashana Sibiram’, from July 1 to 31, 2024. The inaugural event featured dignitaries emphasising the importance of Sanskrit in enhancing memory, preventing Alzheimer’s, and understanding Indian culture and ancient texts. Around 100 members, including students, parents and teachers, have enrolled for the same.
The auspicious occasion of Vaishakha Pournima was celebrated on May 23, 2024 with grandeur at Bhavan’s Sri Venkateswara Vidyalaya in Tirupati. This event marked the 12th Anniversary of the Konda Harathi, a ceremony involving the offering of Harathi to the Seven Hills.
The day’s celebrations commenced with Hayagreeva Homam and Avahanthi Homam in the morning, both conducted with great devotion. These rituals set a spiritual tone for the day, invoking divine blessings for all attendees.
In the evening a large gathering assembled for the Vishnu Sahasranama chanting, creating a serene and holy atmosphere. Following this, Veda Pandits recited Srinivasa Gadya, further enriching the spiritual experience of the participants. The chanting concluded with the offering of Aarathi to the sacred seven hills, a moment of deep reverence and significance for all present.
The 16th Tirupati Book Festival, organised by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, was a literary extravaganza held from January 20-28, 2024. Nearly 70 stalls displaying various books of different publications, catering to different age groups and interest were set up. Convener of the festival Dr N Satyanarayana Raju, Honorary Director and Treasurer, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Tirupati Kendra, in his inaugural address recollected the objective behind the inception of the Book Festival and further stated that K M Munshi laid the foundation for the Bhavan’s Book University which marked a significant milestone.
Various thematic platforms were designed on ‘Bharatiya Vidya’ providing an enriching experience to the audience. The first one was ‘Vavilla Ramaswamy Shastri Sahitya Vedika’. The second one was ‘Patanjali Vedika’ exploring the essence of Ashtanga Yoga. Next was the ‘Varaha Mihira Vedika’ followed by the ‘Dhanvantari Vedika’. The thematic platform on ‘Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba’ highlighted the importance of literature, devotion and spirituality. A ‘Geyavadhanam’ presented by eminent scholar and Chairman, SVBC, TTD, Dr. Velugoti Bhaskara Sai Krishna Yachendra enchanted the audience.
Various competitions were held during the festival and winners were awarded prizes. Cultural programmes propagating the rich cultural heritage of India presented by the students of Bhavan’s Sri Venkateswara Vidyalaya, Tirupati were highly appreciated.
A two-day professional development programme for science teachers was held at Bhavan’s Sri Venkateswara Vidyalaya, Tirupati on February 6–7, 2024, jointly organised by Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), IISER Tirupati and ISTF in association with the Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh.
The event brought together around 80 educators from various institutions.
Eminent scholars and renowned scientists in the field of science research and technology like Dr. D. Narayana Rao, President, ISTF and Prof. Vijayamohanan K Pillai, Registrar, IISER, Tirupati emphasised the role of science and technology in the economic development of a nation and also explained how such programmes guide teachers to develop scientific temper in students.
The resource person Ms Karima Anjum, Royal Society of Chemistry, India Foundation, elaborated that the main objective was to discourage rote learning among students and enhance pedagogical skills by encouraging teachers to upgrade their abilities through the utilisation of various techniques.
The valedictory session marked the culmination of the comprehensive and enriching programme and teachers presented their reflections highlighting their key takeaways and learning experiences.