Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti’s 20-Year Journey to Be Celebrated as the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’ – Jain Acharya Lokesh Ji

Gurugram October 24, 2026: The grand inauguration ceremony of the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’ was held at the World Peace Centre, Sector 39, Gurugram, to commemorate the glorious 20-year journey of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, an organisation dedicated to promoting world peace, non-violence, religious harmony, social cohesion and human values. On this historic occasion, former Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh Ji formally inaugurated the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’ in the august presence of the organisation’s Founder, Jain Acharya Lokesh Ji.
The Programme was attended by Haryana Government Minister Rao Narbir Singh Ji, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shyam Jaju Ji, eminent industrialist Shri Nirmal Kumar Minda, renowned social worker Dr. Ajit Gupta, and several distinguished personalities from the political, religious, social and industrial sectors. The speakers appreciated the efforts of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti in advancing world peace, non-violence, religious tolerance and social harmony.
Addressing the gathering, Jain Acharya Lokesh Ji, Founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, said that the world today is facing numerous challenges arising from conflicts, violence, ideological differences and social divisions. In such circumstances, the teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir—particularly non-violence, Anekantavada, compassion and universal friendship—are profoundly relevant to the entire human race.
Acharya Ji stated that the two-decade journey of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti has been dedicated to strengthening non-violence, ethical values, religious harmony and human unity in society. The World Peace Centre is a living embodiment of this philosophy, providing a common platform for people from diverse religions, cultures and ideologies to come together through dialogue, cooperation and a shared commitment to peace.
He emphasised that the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’ is not merely a commemorative celebration but a sustained campaign to actively engage society and the nation in promoting peace, goodwill and human welfare.
Former Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh Ji congratulated Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti on the inauguration of the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’. He stated that peace, goodwill, discipline and human values are essential for building a strong society and a prosperous nation. He emphasised that, alongside development and progress, it is equally important to strengthen mutual trust, sensitivity, ethical conduct and national unity.
He observed that spiritual organisations play a significant role in guiding society, connecting people with moral values and fostering harmony among different communities. Appreciating the efforts of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti under the leadership of revered Acharya Lokesh Ji over the past 20 years, he expressed confidence that the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’ would further expand the movement and make a meaningful contribution towards bringing diverse sections of society together for the shared cause of humanity and world peace.
On the occasion, former Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh Ji conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award upon Dr. Ajit Gupta and presented Social Service Awards to Shri Nirmal Kumar Minda, Shri Bishnu Kumar Sureka and Shri Gautam Kanoria in recognition of their contributions.
Eminent social worker Dr. Ajit Gupta and renowned industrialist Shri Nirmal Kumar Minda highlighted that comprehensive social development requires economic progress to be complemented by ethical values, social responsibility and human sensitivity. Appreciating the achievements of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti over the past two decades, they emphasised that governments, civil society, spiritual organisations and the industrial sector must work together to promote world peace and social harmony.
On this occasion, Delhi Chapter Chairman Shri Sankalp Shukla, Faridabad Chapter Chairperson Advocate Anju Jain, Shri Bhavin Kamdar and Ms. Tarkeshwari Mishra also shared their views.
Through the ‘Year of Peace and Harmony’, Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti and the World Peace Centre reaffirm their commitment to advancing non-violence, interfaith understanding, social harmony and universal brotherhood, inspiring people from all walks of life to work collectively towards a peaceful and compassionate world.