International Gita Glory Award: 51 Luminaries Honored for World Peace and Harmony

International Gita Glory Award & Peace Conference-2026 Concludes in Haridwar

The grand International Gita Glory Award & Peace Conference-2026 concluded on Friday at the Divya Chetan Ashram in Haridwar. Organized jointly by Dhara Dham International and the US-based Pandit Tilak Raj Sharma Memorial Trust, the event celebrated 51 eminent personalities from India and across the world.

The international platform saw the participation of spiritual leaders, academicians, journalists, litterateurs, philosophers, and social workers. The conference aimed to disseminate the universal message of the Bhagavad Gita to the masses, thereby promoting world peace, humanity, and interfaith harmony.

Prominent guests included chief trustee of Pandit Tilak Raj Sharma Memorial Trust, USA, Dr. Inderjeet Sharma; renowned Indonesian spiritual and religious leader Dr. Dharma Yash E. Made; and the head of Dhara Dham International and Honorary Chancellor, Sauhard Shiromani Sant Saurabh Ji Maharaj. Their esteemed presence lent a global dimension to the event.

Global Contributors Recognized

In the International Gita Glory Award ceremony, 51 luminaries were honored for their unique contributions across various countries and regions. These international awardees included Ni Wayan Rasmiwati, Desak Putu Sudyastari, Made Dwi Andini, Dewa Putu Suchiarta, Nyoman Asthana Krisna Putra, Ketut Silvi Kartika, Ni Nyoman Ayu Srinati, Ni Ketut Rai Puspa Wati, I Ketut Widarma, Dr. Banwari Lal Jajodia, Dr. Pushpa Singh, Roberto Galbiati, Daniel De Palma, and Mahant Rishishwaranand Ji Maharaj.

This recognition highlights their multifaceted work and global impact. The awards underscore the significant influence these individuals have had internationally.

Indian Talents Also Honored

Several distinguished personalities from India were also awarded for their commendable work. Among the Indian honorees were Dr. Shambhu Panwar, Dr. Sarvesh Kant Verma, Dr. Nisha Aggarwal, Dr. Narayan Yadav, Shwetima Madhav Priya, Dr. Ragini Pandey, Dr. Sachidanand Jha Shandilya, Advocate Keshav Pandey, Dr. Shweshwar Dutt Pandey, Dr. P. N. Pandey, Dr. Vineet Kumar, Dr. Tikam Soni, Dr. Shakti Kumar Pandey, Dr. Gitanjali Arora, Dr. B. L. Yadav, Dr. Asha Shukla, Rajesh Singh Datanpuria, and Harsh Tripathi.

These individuals have gained national recognition for their significant contributions in their respective fields. Their efforts have set benchmarks in various sectors of Indian society.

Exceptional Contributions in Education, Journalism, and Social Service

Among the honored individuals, Dr. Shambhu Panwar was recognized as an international journalist, philosopher, author, and thinker, and also serves as the Dhara Governor of Dhara Dham International. Dr. Sarvesh Kant Verma, a World Record Holder, was awarded for his literary contributions.

Academician Dr. Nisha Aggarwal received an award for her contributions to education. Dr. Narayan Yadav, Director of Asia Book of World Records, was also honored. Shwetima Madhav Priya was recognized as an international child Bhagwat Kathavachak.

Dr. Ragini Pandey was acknowledged for her work as Mrs. India, a donor, and a poet. Dr. Sachidanand Jha Shandilya, President of the United Gurukul Council, was honored for his leadership. Advocate Keshav Pandey, National Coordinator of Divya Ganga Seva Mission, Haridwar, contributed through his social service efforts.

Dr. Shweshwar Dutt Pandey, Managing Editor of Gram Today newspaper, and Dr. P. N. Pandey, independent journalist and Managing Editor of Vision Daily newspaper, were awarded for their remarkable work in journalism. Dr. Tikam Soni played an active role in social service.

Dr. Gitanjali Arora, President of Gitanjali Kavya Prasar Manch, was honored for her literary contributions. Dr. B. L. Yadav was awarded as a World Record Holder, while Dr. Asha Shukla made her mark as a poet. Rajesh Singh Datanpuria, State President of Uttar Pradesh Freedom Struggle Warriors Descendants Family Committee, and Harsh Tripathi, representative of Dhara Dham International, also performed specific tasks in their respective fields, for which they were honored.

Gita's Message: World Peace and Universal Brotherhood

During the conference, speakers emphasized the relevance of the Bhagavad Gita's teachings in the current global scenario. They stressed the need to adopt values such as love, compassion, duty, ethics, and mutual respect. It was highlighted that despite diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, humanity is the common thread that binds everyone together.

The organizers called for strengthening the spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—One Humanity, One Family” at a global level. Emphasis was also placed on promoting dialogue and cooperation between different religions and cultures.

This ceremony powerfully disseminated the message of establishing peace and harmony in the world through education, spirituality, literature, journalism, and social service.