Swami Vivekananda's 163rd birth anniversary on January 12 is marked as National Youth Day, celebrating his advocacy for youth empowerment and wisdom. Despite his enduring legacy, the article questions whether his philosophy and vision for India have been fully realized, suggesting a tendency to focus on reverence rather than deconstructing his teachings. It highlights the paradox of celebrating him exuberantly while potentially neglecting the depth of his work for societal development and humanity.