International Buddha Peace Award Ceremony Held in Kolkata, Eminent Personalities Honoured
Kolkata, June 12: The International Buddha Peace Award Ceremony, organized by the Maitry Peace Foundation, was successfully held at Rabindra Tirtha, New Town, Kolkata, in the presence of distinguished guests from various walks of life. The event celebrated the ideals of peace, compassion, and social service inspired by the teachings of Lord Buddha.
The programme brought together ministers, newly elected MLAs, social workers, educationists, doctors, entrepreneurs, and cultural personalities on a common platform dedicated to promoting harmony and humanitarian values. Several outstanding individuals were honoured with the International Buddha Peace Award for their notable contributions to society and their commitment to public welfare.
A special highlight of the event was the felicitation of Hon’ble Minister Shri Dilip Ghosh along with several newly elected MLAs. The dignitaries were warmly welcomed and recognised for their service to the people and their role in public life.
Addressing the gathering, Surajit Barua, President of Maitry Peace Foundation, emphasized the importance of promoting peace, compassion, and social responsibility in contemporary society. He stated that the Foundation remains committed to recognizing individuals whose work contributes to social harmony, community development, and humanitarian service.
Speakers at the event stressed the importance of peace, unity, and mutual respect in today’s world. They noted that the message of Lord Buddha continues to inspire people across nations and remains highly relevant in fostering understanding and coexistence among diverse communities.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to all distinguished guests, award recipients, supporters, volunteers, and media representatives for their valuable cooperation in making the programme a grand success. They reiterated that the International Buddha Peace Award aims to encourage excellence, leadership, and service to humanity.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks and a collective pledge to uphold the values of peace, compassion, and harmony. The event was widely appreciated by attendees and marked another significant initiative of the Maitry Peace Foundation under the leadership of its President, Surajit Barua.
— Staff Reporter
Kolkata
