PRESIDENT OF INDIA ADDRESSES CONFERENCE ON ‘TIMELESS WISDOM OF BHARAT: PATHWAYS OF PEACE AND PROGRESS’ AT HYDERABAD

**Executive Summary** The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, addressed the conference on ‘Timeless Wisdom of Bharat: Pathways of Peace and Progress' on December 20, 2025, in Hyderabad. The conference was organized by Brahma Kumaris Shanti Sarovar to mark its 21st Anniversary. The President spoke about the challenges faced by the global community and emphasized the importance of spirituality and value-based approach. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Conference Theme:** * The conference theme is relevant in view of the many transformations and challenges the global community is undergoing. * **President's Address:** * Material development alone does not bring happiness and peace. * Inner stability, emotional intelligence, and a value-based approach are essential. * India's ancient sage tradition has given the message of truth, non-violence, and peaceful coexistence. * Spiritual heritage offers solutions to the world's mental, moral, and environmental problems. * The confluence of modernity and spirituality is the greatest strength of our civilization. * The concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, the idea of considering the whole world as one family, is the greatest need for global peace today. * Spirituality acts as a strong foundation for social unity and national progress. * People inspired by spiritual consciousness remain aware of their duties and strive to bring about positive change in society. * **Brahma Kumaris Organization:** * The Brahma Kumaris organization has been spreading universal Indian values to various countries. * The organization is strengthening the moral and emotional fabric of society by fostering peace and positivity among people. **Impact Analysis** **Global Community** * **Impact:** The global community is facing numerous challenges and can benefit from the principles discussed at the conference, such as inner stability, emotional intelligence, and a value-based approach. * **Action Required:** The global community must remember that material development alone does not bring happiness and peace. **Individuals** * **Impact:** Individuals can develop mental stability, moral values, and self-control by embracing spirituality, leading to positive contributions to society. * **Action Required:** Individuals should strive to bring about positive change in society. **Brahma Kumaris Organization** * **Impact:** The organization is recognized for its efforts in spreading universal Indian values and strengthening the moral and emotional fabric of society. * **Action Required:** Continue fostering peace and positivity among people.

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