Mumbai: In a world overshadowed by the looming threats of war and global conflict, Mumbai’s leading intellectuals came together to send a powerful message of peace, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence. The national seminar titled “Yudh Nahin, Buddha” (No War, Only Buddha), organized by ‘Vagdhara’, became a resounding platform for voices advocating humanity, wisdom, and inner transformation.
The timely seminar, coordinated by filmmaker and litterateur Dr. Vagish Saraswat, brought together thinkers from diverse fields who emphasized that war is not fought merely on physical borders, but first in the minds and thoughts of human beings — and it is at this inner level that the journey toward peace must begin.
Speakers highlighted India’s balanced and visionary diplomacy, particularly its responsible stance amid sensitive global issues involving Iran and Israel. India’s foreign policy was widely praised as mature, pragmatic, and guided by wisdom in the face of rising global instability.
Key Highlights from the Seminar
Filmmaker Rumi Jafri, the chief guest, observed that the greatest war a human being fights is within oneself. “Life itself is a continuous struggle,” he said.
Veerendra Yagnik, the spiritual speaker who presided over the session, described every moment of life as a process of inner conflict and self-conquest. “Every single day is a war — a war for self-mastery,” he noted.
Retired Naval Commander Bhushan Diwan shared valuable insights from his military experience, stressing that clarity and firmness are essential elements for victory in any conflict.
Dr. Karuna Shankar Upadhyay, Head of the Hindi Department at Mumbai University, elaborated on India’s defence mechanisms and military strategy, underscoring the depth and foresight of the nation’s security policy.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Vagish Saraswat summed up India’s policy in crisp words: “We do not provoke anyone, but if someone provokes us, we do not spare them either.”
The seminar was further enriched by the presence and views of social activist Shivji Singh, Manisha Joshi, Advocate Bhargav Tiwari, theatre artist Sagir Khan, senior journalist Shailendra Srivastava, TV journalist Sunil Singh, and writer Vivek Agrawal.
Actor Ravi Yadav conducted the proceedings with great poise.
Literary & Artistic Expressions for Peace
The seminar beautifully blended intellectual discourse with the soft power of literature and arts. Poet-journalist Omprakash Tiwari’s peace-oriented songs were soulfully rendered by actress Vinita Tandon Yadav. Eminent poet Gopal Das Neeraj’s powerful poem “Agar Teesra Yudh Hua To…” (If There Were a Third World War…) was recited with deep emotion by Amar Tripathi, leaving the audience profoundly moved.
Several poets and writers including Nandita Maji Sharma, Shikha Goswami, Meenu Madan, and Vishu presented their original poems on the themes of war and peace.
The event also witnessed the gracious presence of Priyanka Singh, Gopi Krishna Bubna, Advocate Anees, Advocate Prabhat, director Kamar Hajipuri, and journalist Anwar Zaidi.
The Core Message
The seminar concluded with a clear and powerful message: “War is the end of humanity, while the path of Buddha leads us toward peace, compassion, and harmonious coexistence.”
The voice that rose from Mumbai is not limited to one city — it carries a thoughtful message to the global community: True and lasting peace cannot be achieved through weapons, but only through awakened consciousness, wisdom, and compassionate thinking.
Go Spiritual News Magazine & App salutes this noble initiative and reaffirms its commitment to spreading the timeless message of peace, non-violence, and inner awakening in these challenging times.
