During the summer vacations, over 15,350 yuvaks and yuvatis participated in the annual one-day Yuva Shibirs, which were held at 21 BAPS centers in Gujarat and Mumbai.
The shibir theme, ‘Best Friend Forever - Books’, focused on reading as a life-long friend, whose companionship should be developed and strengthened.
Through inspiring speeches by senior, experienced and learned sadhus, specially scripted theme-oriented skits, quizzes, theme-related games and activities, and discussions, the youths learnt the importance of reading good books and articles for their personal, professional and spiritual progress.
The youths were also encouraged to appear for the annual Satsang Examinations, since this would help them develop a better and deeper understanding of satsang history, traditions, principles and festivals.