The Centenary Celebrations of the Ramakrishna Math Charitable Dispensary took place on 22nd March 2025, marking 100 years of selfless service to the community. The event was graced by the inauguration of the newly renovated Sarada Dental Block by the Most Revered Swami Gautamanandaji Maharaj, President of Ramakrishna Math & Mission worldwide.
The occasion also saw the inauguration of the new Vivekananda Pharmacy by Thiru Ma. Subramaniyan, Hon’ble Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu. The event was Starated with a warm welcome address by Swami Satyajnanananda, Adhyaksha of Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai, followed by an insightful video presentation showcasing 100 years of the dispensary's service.
The Most Revered President Maharaj released a special souvenir, marking this significant milestone. Notable speakers included Swami Jnanavratanandaji Maharaj, Trustee of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math; Swami Atmapriyanandaji Maharaj, Pro Chancellor of Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute, Belur; Padmabhushan Awardee Dr. Nalli Kuppuswami Chettiar, a renowned philanthropist and industrialist; and Dr. Uma Sekhar, Vice Chancellor of Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai.
The event concluded with a benediction by the Most Revered President Maharaj, followed by an enriching Hindustani musical concert by Dr. Dattatreya Velankar, an accomplished Hindustani Classical performer and academician from Bangalore. The celebrations were a testament to the enduring legacy of the Ramakrishna Math Charitable Dispensary and its impactful service to society.