Dr. Suresh Kumar Agarwal, President of Divine Bliss Foundation, was bestowed with the prestigious Interfaith Peace and Harmony Award by Hello Kolkata, a leading English daily newspaper, in recognition of his exceptional contributions toward fostering peace, mutual understanding, and harmony among diverse religious and cultural communities. The award ceremony took place at Jibanananda Auditorium, Nandan Campus, Kolkata on February 14, 2025, and was attended by an array of distinguished guests from various fields.
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Agarwal expressed deep gratitude for the honor and reiterated his commitment to fostering peace and harmony. He spoke passionately about the necessity of embracing diversity and cultivating an environment where people from all religious backgrounds can coexist with mutual respect and understanding. He highlighted the urgent need for interfaith discussions to counter intolerance and build a world based on unity and shared human values. His words resonated deeply with the audience, inspiring a renewed commitment to fostering peaceful coexistence.
The event was convened by Editor-Director of HELLO KOLKATA, Mr. Asish Basak, who emphasized the importance of interfaith dialogue in contemporary society. He lauded Dr. Agarwal’s unwavering dedication to promoting cooperation, unity, and respect among different faiths, which has significantly contributed to building a more inclusive and peaceful world. Several eminent personalities graced the occasion, including noted educationist Dr. Parthasarathi Chakraborty (CEO of MCKV Institute, Howrah), Adv. Tirthankar Mukherjee (Founder of BAHRS Human Rights Association), Adv. Basu Deo Agarwal, Indrani Ganguly, Anita Agarwal, Sangita Das, Indrani Saha and many others. Each of them acknowledged Dr. Agarwal’s relentless efforts in bridging religious and cultural gaps and commended his initiatives in encouraging interfaith dialogue and understanding.