India’s First World Peace Center Inaugurated in Gurugram
India has taken a significant step towards global peace and harmony with the inauguration of the country’s first World Peace Center in Gurugram, Haryana. The center, established by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti under the guidance of Jain Acharya Lokesh, aims to promote non-violence, spiritual awareness, human values, and universal brotherhood.
The grand inauguration ceremony witnessed the presence of former President Ram Nath Kovind, Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Bihar Arif Mohammad Khan, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and several eminent spiritual leaders, including Shri Shri Ravi Shankar, Morari Bapu, and Govinddev Giri. Additionally, Swami Ramdev, the founder of Patanjali Yogpeeth, virtually participated in the event and extended his greetings.
The establishment of the World Peace Center is being hailed as a landmark initiative that will amplify India’s voice on peace and harmony at global platforms, including the United Nations (UN) and the World Parliament of Religions.
The World Peace Center is set to become an iconic institution that will shape the future of spiritual dialogue, global peace efforts, and interfaith cooperation. With its headquarters in Delhi NCR’s Gurugram, the center will:
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini expressed confidence that the World Peace Center would continue to inspire future generations and establish Gurugram as a global hub for peace and non-violence.
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| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | India’s first World Peace Center has been inaugurated in Gurugram, Haryana, under the guidance of Jain Acharya Lokesh and established by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti to promote peace, non-violence, and global harmony. |
| Inaugurated By | Former President Ram Nath Kovind, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, spiritual leaders Shri Shri Ravi Shankar, Morari Bapu, Govinddev Giri. Swami Ramdev joined virtually. |
| Key Objectives | – Promoting Non-Violence (Ahimsa) and world peace. – Spiritual & Moral Upliftment through workshops & meditation. – Encouraging Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (World is One Family). – Environmental & Ethical Awareness. |
| Global Impact | The center will amplify India’s voice on peace and harmony at global platforms like the United Nations (UN) and the World Parliament of Religions. |
| Role in Future | – Hosting international conferences on peace & non-violence. – Training spiritual leaders, diplomats, and social activists. – Conducting peace studies and global ethics research. – Establishing global collaborations. |
| Haryana CM’s Statement | Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stated that Gurugram, the land of the Bhagavad Gita, will now spread the message of peace, harmony, and human welfare worldwide. |
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