🏛️ Ramakrishna Vivekananda Mission — History & Background
The Ramakrishna Vivekananda Mission is part of the worldwide Ramakrishna Order, whose Durga Puja tradition traces back to 1901 at Belur Math, begun under Swami Vivekananda's initiative with the blessing of Sri Sarada Devi. Rather than a modern club-style pandal with a rotating annual theme, the Mission's Durga Puja follows scripturally prescribed ritual methods, with Kumari Puja (worship of a young unmarried girl as a living embodiment of the Goddess) as one of its hallmark rites. UK branches of the Mission generally follow this same tradition.
ℹ️ This history is drawn from published sources and general reporting — confirm specifics with Ramakrishna Vivekananda Mission directly for anything you plan to rely on. Ramakrishna Mission Durga Puja does not use a rotating annual theme like community clubs — it follows the fixed Belur Math ritual tradition.
📋 Key Information
- Name: Ramakrishna Vivekananda Mission
- Location: UK
- Notable for: A UK branch following the Belur Math ritual tradition of Durga Puja
🗓️ Durga Puja 2026 Dates
*Many UK community Durga Puja celebrations are held on the nearest weekend to the actual tithi dates, rather than on the exact weekdays, since most attendees have work or school commitments. Always confirm the exact 2026 dates with the organising committee.