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Naga Cultural Night 2024 3 February 2024 | World Interfaith Harmony Week Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi In association with North East Institute of Social Sciences & Research, Nagaland On 3rd February 2024, as part of the global observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organized a vibrant Naga Cultural Night in association with the North East Institute of Social Sciences & Research, Nagaland. World Interfaith Harmony Week, o

Interfaith Youth Reflection Series 2024 Fasting Across Various Seasons in Different Religious Traditions – Buddhist Perspective 13 March 2024 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On 13 March 2024, as part of the interfaith reflection series exploring fasting across religious traditions, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi hosted Mr. Phra Goh, a Buddhist monk of the Thai Theravada Tradition from Singapore, who shared the Buddhist perspective on fasting and dietary discip

Fasting Across Various Seasons in Different Religious Traditions 12 March 2024 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering interfaith dialogue and deeper understanding, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organized a youth reflection session on 12 March 2024, inviting young voices from diverse religious backgrounds to explore the spiritual significance of self-reflection within their respective traditions. The session reflected th

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024 Islam: Art, Culture, and the Celebration of Diversity 26 February 2024 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi As part of the World Interfaith Harmony Week lecture series, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi hosted a special talk on 26 February 2024 by M. Behzad Fatmi, Secretary General of Indialogue Foundation, Delhi, on the theme “The Role of Art and Culture in Promoting Peace and Harmony in Islam.” In his address, Mr. Fatmi emphasized

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024 Buddhism: The Role of Art and Culture in Promoting Peace and Harmony 5 February 2024 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi As part of its seven-day interfaith lecture series during World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi hosted a special talk on Buddhism delivered by Venerable Jampa Dorjee on the theme “The Role of Art and Culture in Promoting Peace and Harmony in Buddhism.” In his reflection, Venerable J

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024 Art and Culture in Hinduism: Pathways to Peace and Harmony 01 February 2024 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi As part of World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi featured a reflective presentation on the role of art and culture in promoting peace and harmony within Hinduism. The session, presented by Smt. Pooja from DivineVlog, explored how Hindu artistic traditions serve as profound spiritual tools fo

Kristu Mahotsav 2023 “A Festival of Christian Charity” Inter-Religious & Ecumenical Christmas Celebration 16 December 2023 | DCC Hall, Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On 16th December 2023, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organized Kristu Mahotsav 2023 at the DCC Hall, celebrating Christmas under the inspiring theme “Include Everyone, Exclude None.” The event brought together leaders of various faiths, dignitaries, children, and members of civil society t

7th Buddhist–Christian Colloquium,Bangkok, Thailand Organised by Vatican's Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue in collaboration with the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Thailand 14–16 November 2023 | Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University Rev. Fr. Dr. Roby Kannamchirayil CMI represented India and the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi at the 7th Buddhist–Christian Colloquium held from 14–16 November 2023 at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Thailand. The internatio

Assamese Dance Programme2023 “Celebrating Diversity – Celebrating Bharat” 18 June 2023 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | YWCA, Ashoka Road, New Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On Sunday, 18th June 2023, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organized a vibrant Assamese Dance Programme at YWCA, Ashoka Road, New Delhi, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The cultural evening was dedicated to showcasing the rich heritage of Assam and the Northeast region of India, celebrating diversity

Manipuri Folk Dance Programme 2023 “Celebrating Diversity – Celebrating Bharat” 21 May 2023 | 6:30 PM | YMCA, Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On 21st May 2023 at 6:30 PM, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organized a vibrant Manipuri Folk Dance Programme at YMCA, Delhi, as part of its ongoing mission to promote peace and harmony through cultural interaction and the revival of traditional art forms. Rooted in the vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, the Ce

Inter-Religious – Ecumenical Easter Celebration 2023 “Celebration of Hope – A Faith Festival of All Christians with Music and Dance” 9 April 2023 | Western Court, Connaught Place, New Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On 9 April 2023, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi organised the Inter-Religious – Ecumenical Easter Celebration 2023 at Western Court, Connaught Place, New Delhi, under the inspiring theme “Celebration of Hope – A Faith Festival of All Chris

First Chavara National Online English Elocution Contest 2023 Celebrating the 218th Birth Anniversary of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara 10th February 2023 On the occasion of the 218th Birth Anniversary of Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara, the Chavara Cultural Centre and CMC Jaipur Region jointly organised the First Chavara National Online English Elocution Contest 2023 in association with st. peter’s schools of Faridabad, bringing together young voices from across the nation in a c

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2023 Judaism: Message of the Day 3 February 2023 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi On 3 February 2023, as part of the observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week, the Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi presented a special reflection titled “Judaism: Message of the Day.” The session offered profound insights into Jewish identity, history, and the importance of interfaith dialogue, particularly among Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The spea

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2023 Interfaith Dialogue for Peace and Fraternity 2 February 2023 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi The 2 February gathering once again reflected the Chavara Cultural Centre’s enduring mission to foster dialogue, unity, and peace through interreligious understanding and shared human values. A central theme of the session was the respect for human dignity and religious freedom. The speakers affirmed that the freedom to choose and practic

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2023 Tribute to Swami Sadhashivanandha & Reflections on Hinduism 1 February 2023 Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi Drawing inspiration from Swami Vivekananda’s vision, the programme emphasized the idea of a universal religion as the harmonious integration of all faiths. It affirmed that the essence of spiritual life lies in recognizing the divine within oneself and serving others with compassion — fostering a global family rooted in mut

Kristu Mahotsav 2022 Inter-Religious & Ecumenical Christmas Celebration 22 December 2022 | DCC Hall, Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi The celebration brought together distinguished leaders from religious, political, judicial, and social spheres, reflecting the Centre’s enduring commitment to interfaith harmony and inclusive social integration. The programme was formally inaugurated by Hon’ble Justice C. Hari Shankar, Judge of the Delhi High Court, while Dr. I

National Seminar “Journeying Together to the Destination: Scope and Challenges – In the Light of Respective Religious Tradition and Faith” 12 October 2022 | India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi Organised by Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi The seminar was enriched by vibrant cultural performances by students, celebrating India’s artistic heritage and reinforcing the spirit of communal harmony. The inaugural address was delivered by His Grace Most Reverend Archbishop Leop

World Interfaith Harmony Week Webinar – Day 7 (Valedictory Session) Focus on Christianity and Interfaith Unity 7 February 2022 | Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi A vibrant panel discussion by young participants from Christ College of Science and Management further explored Christianity’s contribution to peace and harmony, encouraging youth to actively promote dialogue and mutual respect in society. The programme concluded with participant feedback, words of appreciation, and cl

World Interfaith Harmony Week Webinar – Day 6 Focus on Buddhism and the Baha’i Faith 6 February 2022 | Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi The session concluded with words of gratitude to all speakers and participants, along with an invitation to join the final day of the Interfaith Harmony Week celebrations. The session featured a presentation on the Baha’i Faith, including a devotional prayer song and a keynote address by Mr. Nicholas J. Bridgewater, who spoke on the unification

World Interfaith Harmony Week Webinar – Day 3 Focus on Sikhism 3 February 2022 | Chavara Cultural Centre, Delhi The third day of the series once again strengthened the vision of the Chavara Cultural Centre to build unity in diversity through dialogue, understanding, and cultural exchange. The session concluded with words of appreciation to all speakers and participants, reaffirming the importance of continued interfaith dialogue and collaborative efforts in promoting peace an