Rapid expansion of Bala Vihar, new centers in the West

Chinmaya Mission West grows from Strength to Strength.

In 1980, the first Gītā Jñāna Yajña was held in Chicago. That single yajña sparked intense interest in the attendees, and it resulted in the establishment of the Regional Center of Chinmaya Mission West in Chicago.

Centers open in Houston, Los Angeles, New Jersey, Washington D.C., Chicago. Study groups, CHYK youth programs, and Vedanta camps begin across the U.S.

• Early 1980s – Launch and rapid spread of Bala Vihar in North America, Bala Vihar becomes a structured weekly program
• Mid-1980s – Development of:
• • Age-based curriculum
  • Parent involvement model