PM Recalls Vivekananda's Iconic 1893 Speech In Chicago

On 11th September 1893, Swami Vivekananda delivered his first speech in the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago. He is remembered for introducing philosophies such as Vedanta and Yoga to the West. Vivekananda's speech, which dwelt at length on Hinduism and Indian culture, had drawn all-round praise and remains resonant. Swami Vivekananda became popular in the western world after his famous speech at the World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893. Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled Swami Vivekananda's famous speech at the World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893 and said its spirit has the potential to create a more just, prosperous, and inclusive planet.