<h1>Indian Government and University of Chicago Launch Swami Vivekananda Chair to Promote Cultural Understanding and Indian Studies.</h1> The Indian Government has partnered with the University of Chicago to establish the Swami Vivekananda Chair, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. A $1.5 million endowment will fund this initiative, promoting Indian studies and Vivekananda's teachings. The Chair will host visiting scholars for two-year terms to conduct research and engage with the academic community. The program aims to foster cultural understanding between India and the United States, with public presentations to honor Vivekananda's legacy. This collaboration underscores the enduring impact of Vivekananda's message of universal harmony and spiritual unity.