West Bengal Branch of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti Inaugurated; National Seminar Highlights Peace and Harmony
Kolkata, June 6, 2026: A national seminar on “Peace, Harmony, and Development” was held at the Rabindranath Tagore Auditorium in Kolkata, where the West Bengal branch of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti was formally inaugurated by West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh.
The seminar was addressed by Jain Acharya Lokesh, founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, and Swami Govinddev Giri, Treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, along with religious and community leaders including Sardar Satnam Singh Ahluwalia and Dr. Buddha Priya Bhikshu.
Speaking at the event, Minister Dilip Ghosh said the newly launched West Bengal branch would work towards promoting non-violence, peace, social harmony, and inclusive development across the state.
Acharya Lokesh emphasized that peace, harmony, and development are interdependent pillars of a progressive society. He said that in a world facing growing conflict and violence, fostering mutual understanding and human values is essential for sustainable growth.
Swami Govinddev Giri noted that the principles of Indian culture and Sanatan Dharma inspire peace, compassion, and coexistence, stressing the need for organizations that promote these values in contemporary society.
Vinod Dugar, Chairman of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, said the organization’s expansion into West Bengal would strengthen initiatives aimed at promoting national unity, human values, and social welfare.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Senior Vice President Ramesh Tiwari and was attended by several distinguished guests and community leaders.West Bengal Branch of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti Inaugurated; National Seminar Highlights Peace and Harmony
Kolkata, June 6, 2026: A national seminar on “Peace, Harmony, and Development” was held at the Rabindranath Tagore Auditorium in Kolkata, where the West Bengal branch of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti was formally inaugurated by West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh.
The seminar was addressed by Jain Acharya Lokesh, founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, and Swami Govinddev Giri, Treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, along with religious and community leaders including Sardar Satnam Singh Ahluwalia and Dr. Buddha Priya Bhikshu.
Speaking at the event, Minister Dilip Ghosh said the newly launched West Bengal branch would work towards promoting non-violence, peace, social harmony, and inclusive development across the state.
Acharya Lokesh emphasized that peace, harmony, and development are interdependent pillars of a progressive society. He said that in a world facing growing conflict and violence, fostering mutual understanding and human values is essential for sustainable growth.
Swami Govinddev Giri noted that the principles of Indian culture and Sanatan Dharma inspire peace, compassion, and coexistence, stressing the need for organizations that promote these values in contemporary society.
Vinod Dugar, Chairman of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, said the organization’s expansion into West Bengal would strengthen initiatives aimed at promoting national unity, human values, and social welfare.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Senior Vice President Ramesh Tiwari and was attended by several distinguished guests and community leaders.
