Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Mr. Harishchandra Mistry Honored: L to R : H. R. Shah, Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, Mrs. And Mr. Harishchandra Mistry, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mrs. Damini and Mr. Girish Soni and Mr. Kenny Desai
Mr. Harishchandra Mistry Honored: L to R : H. R. Shah, Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, Mrs. And Mr. Harishchandra Mistry, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mrs. Damini and Mr. Girish Soni and Mr. Kenny Desai

NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, has been functioning in the USA since 1981 and is committed to the promotion of Indian culture and values through the media of arts, languages and literature. It has had a great impact on the local community – Indian and non-Indian, through its courses, lectures, seminars, concerts and publications.

Mr. A. R. Rahman Honored. L to R:  Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, A.R.Rahman, Mr. Kenny Desai, Mrs. Swati Vaishnav and Mr. Sudhir Vaishnav
Mr. A. R. Rahman Honored. L to R: Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, A.R.Rahman, Mr. Kenny Desai, Mrs. Swati Vaishnav and Mr. Sudhir Vaishnav

The founder of BVB Dr. K. M. Munshi, always said that “India will once again be acknowledged as the Vishwa Guru – a superpower that embodies the ideals of
“Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” – the global family and supremacy of “Dharma” which stands for moral and ethical values.

Bhavan, USA has entered the 35th year of serving the Indian American community of the United States on October 2nd. To commemorate and celebrate this milestone the Bhavan will be organizing several cultural, educational and literary events to spread the message of unity and harmony.

Dr. P. Jayaraman Honored. L to R : Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev , H. R. Shah, Dr. P. Jayaraman, Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon, Dr. Navin Mehta Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mr. Kenny Desai
Dr. P. Jayaraman Honored. L to R : Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev , H. R. Shah, Dr. P. Jayaraman, Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon, Dr. Navin Mehta Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mr. Kenny Desai

In light of this, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, USA organized a marquee sit down dinner event on Sunday, 18th October, 2015 at The Pierre Hotel, Central Park, New York City. At this prestigious event a select few individuals who have excelled in their chosen fields and touched many lives were acknowledged and honored namely Founder Executive Director Dr. P. Jayaraman, Late Prof. Robert Goheen-Former US Ambassador to India (Past Chairman for 23 years), Mr. Harishchandra Mistry a renowned philanthropist and Musical genius Mr. A. R. Rahman.

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, Dr. Deepak Chopra and Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon presented very interesting symposium “Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times”. Enthralling and in-depth discussion left the audience spell bound. Ms. Tandon who is a long time supporter of the Bhavan, a Grammy award Nominee-A humanitarian and astute businesswoman initiated the evening with melodious prayers to Ma Durga with students from New York University. Mr. Anurag Harsh a renowned performer and Mr. Manu Narayan (Bombay Dreams) kept audience on the edge of the seats. Ms Gayatri Devi and Mrs. Sanjukta Sen offered prayers to Lord Shiva -Rudrashtakam and Ms. Siddhi Vaishnav and  students of Bhavan’s Nartanrang Dance School offered prayers to Lord Ganesha.

Invocation. Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon and  NYU students
Invocation. Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon and NYU students

Bhavan’s former Chairman and Current President of Trustee Committee Dr. Navin C. Mehta conducted the whole evening with grace and aplomb.

Chairman Mr. H. R. Shah welcomed everyone in his opening speech and was delighted to see former Bhavanites joining celebrations.

Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister-Government of India, Mrs. Sushma Swaraj sent their good wishes on the occasion. Governor of New York state Hon. Andrew Cuomo and New York City Mayor Hon. Bill de Blasio, Consul General of India-New York, Ambassador Mr. Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Secretary-General’s Special Adviser on Myanmar Ambassador Mr. Vijay Nambiar, Sant Shri Morari Bapu, Shri S. P. Hinduja with whose support Bhavan started functioning and host of dignitaries wished Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan on this occasion.

An animated  discussion on ancient wisdom in modern times . L to R:  Dr. Deepak Chopra, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev and Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon
An animated discussion on ancient wisdom in modern times . L to R: Dr. Deepak Chopra, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev and Ms Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon
Mr. Harishchandra Mistry Honored: L to R :  H. R. Shah, Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, Mrs. And Mr. Harishchandra Mistry, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mrs. Damini and Mr. Girish Soni and Mr. Kenny Desai
Mr. Harishchandra Mistry Honored: L to R : H. R. Shah, Ambassador Vijay
Nambiar, Mrs. And Mr. Harishchandra Mistry, Ambassador Dnyaneshwar Mulay, Mrs. Damini and Mr. Girish Soni and Mr. Kenny Desai

It was a memorable evening for a rich cultural content and the presence of the gracious guests who all were profusely thanked for their participation.

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