~Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurates the Brahma Kumaris Global Summit 2026 at Shantivan, highlighting global peace, spirituality and human values.
Abu Road, Rajasthan, Oct 24 (VNI): Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Saturday inaugurated the four-day Global Summit at Shantivan, the international headquarters of Brahma Kumaris, by lighting the ceremonial lamp alongside Chief Administrator Rajyogini BK Mohini Didi and other dignitaries. A Shiv flag-hoisting ceremony was also held to mark the Navdashakotsav, celebrating the organisation’s 90-year journey. Renowned journalist and DD News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary, playback singer Padma Anuradha Paudwal and other prominent personalities attended the event. According to Brahma Kumaris media coordinator Shashikant Trivedi and Bhart Shah, BJP national president Nitin Nabin and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma are scheduled to participate in the concluding ceremony on October 26.
Addressing the gathering, Shekhawat said the world is facing serious challenges, including geopolitical tensions, energy crises, declining mutual trust and environmental concerns. He emphasised that organisations such as Brahma Kumaris have an increasingly important role in promoting peace, positive thinking and human values. Highlighting the growing gap between digital connectivity and personal relationships, he said that although people have become digitally connected, loneliness and mental pressure are increasing. He also stressed the need for meaningful dialogue, greater patience, compassion and inner transformation alongside technological and social progress.
Shri Shekhawat praised Brahma Kumaris for spreading Indian culture, spiritual values and harmony across the world during its 90-year journey. Referring to India’s ancient knowledge traditions and the principle of “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah, Sarve Santu Niramayah,” he said India’s spiritual heritage offers valuable guidance for global well-being. Chief Administrator BK Mohini Didi called for purity, vegetarianism and freedom from negative tendencies such as greed, attachment, anger and ego. Additional Chief Administrator BK Jayanti Didi guided participants through Rajyoga meditation, offering an experience of inner peace.
DD News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary, who received the ‘Rashtra Chetna Award’, spoke about the importance of personal transformation and responsible use of social media. He said the real test of spirituality lies in how people treat those whose opinions differ from their own. Additional Secretary General Rajyogi Dr BK Mrityunjay described the summit as a historic occasion, noting that Brahma Kumaris has expanded its educational and spiritual activities to 140 countries. Dr Sandeep Marwah, Zee Media CEO Raktim Das, senior journalist Aman Chopra and playback singer Anuradha Paudwal also highlighted the importance of human values, positive journalism, technology and spirituality.
The programme also featured addresses by Rajiv Dobhal of Times Foundation, Dr Manasvi Agrawal and other dignitaries. Cultural performances included welcome songs by women singers from Maharashtra’s Aakar Foundation and Madhuban’s Madhur Vani Group, along with a Dhol-Tasha performance by Pune’s Yugandhar Vadya Pathak. Television actress Akshara Singh was felicitated by BK Shivani Didi, while guests received traditional honours and a cake-cutting ceremony celebrated the organisation’s 90-year journey. The Global Summit will conclude on October 26, focusing on spirituality, peace, responsible leadership and human values in addressing contemporary global challenges. VNI NEWS,
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