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What charitable and humanitarian initiatives does Arya Samaj undertake today?
Across India and in diaspora communities around the globe, Arya Samaj channels ancient Vedic energy into modern-day upliftment. Education remains the flag-bearer: dozens of Saraswati Pathshalas and DAV schools offer free or subsidized tuition, scholarships for girls and underprivileged youngsters, and digital classrooms in remote villages. During the 2020–21 Covid surge, volunteers swung into action—setting up oxygen banks, distributing masks and sanitizers, and delivering hot meals to migrant workers stranded far from home.
Healthcare camps are organized regularly in underserved regions. Mobile medical vans equipped with basic diagnostics and medicines make the rounds, while eye-check-up drives and dental clinics often follow. When floods hit Assam or earthquakes shake Uttarakhand, Arya Samaj relief teams arrive swiftly, handing out food packets, clothing, and temporary shelters—leaving no stone unturned in restoring dignity to displaced families.
Tackling social evils is woven into the movement’s DNA. Anti-caste discrimination campaigns, often in collaboration with local authorities, promote inter-caste harmony and discourage untouchability. Vocational training centers teach tailoring, carpentry, and computer skills, empowering women to become breadwinners and break traditional shackles. On International Women’s Day 2024, an Arya Samaj unit in Nairobi launched a self-defense workshop for young girls, reflecting its commitment to gender justice across continents.
Environmental stewardship has recently gained momentum. Tree-planting drives mark Vedic festivals like Holi and Diwali, while clean-water projects install filtration plants in drought-prone districts of Rajasthan. In Delhi, a “Green Yajna” initiative invites participants to perform fire rituals using eco-friendly materials, marrying ritual purity with ecological awareness.
Cultural outreach—through Gita study circles, Vedic chanting sessions, and public discourses—reinforces moral values and community cohesion. During last year’s International Yoga Day, several Arya Samaj centers co-hosted open-air yoga and meditation classes, inviting people of all faiths to join hands.
By fusing ancient insights with hands-on services, Arya Samaj continues to be a beacon of social reform, proving that Vedic purity and modern compassion walk hand in hand.