Ramakrishna Mission to conduct summer camp in Tirupati
Apart from the bhajans, Sanskrit verses, Bhagavad Gita and Bharata Samskruti, the participants will also be taught essential life skills such as yoga, garland making, art, craft, drawing, self-defence techniques, 'Karrasamu' and archery. Personality development will be a highlight of the camp.
The 21-day camp begins on April 28 at the Ashrama premises and will end on May 18. The fee is ₹1,200 a child, inclusive of breakfast. For more details, contact 9493107001 or 6360150945.
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