The Hindu awakening is underway worldwide!

For the past year, the Dharma Foundation has been publishing its monthly newsletter, bringing the latest news from the Indian Diaspora to the Hindu community in Mauritius and worldwide. In November 2023, our small team took part in the World Hindu Congress in Bangkok. A Mauritian delegation comprising the Hindu Sanatan Dharma, the local branch of the Vishva Hindu Parishad and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh also attended.

The strong presence of Hinduism in Thailand, although a Buddhist country, captured our heart, as Thais consider the Ramayana to be their rich cultural and religious heritage, with even their king bearing the name of Lord Rama. Given the importance of this congress, which brought together Hindus from all over the world and preceded the consecration of the Ram Mandir, we present a special supplement detailing some of the inspiring and landmark speeches delivered at the event.

Bangkok, Thailand, November 25, 2023 – The World Hindu Congress 2023 kicked off with grandeur from 24-26November, 2023, assembling over 2,000 delegates from 61countries at the IMPACT Center in Bangkok. This global platform, held once every four years, serves as a gathering for Hindu leaders, thinkers, and influencers to discuss pertinent issues facing the Hindu community worldwide. The event, spanning three days, featured a plethora of conferences, each dedicated to crucial aspects of Hindusociety, such as Hindu Organizations, Temples, and Associations, the Hindu Economic Forum, the Hindu Media Forum, Hindu Political Forum, Hindu Youth Forum, and Hindu Women Forum. With insightful sessions, discussions, and dialogues, the Congress aimed to foster unity and collaboration among the global Hindu community.

The plenary session of the inaugural ceremony was marked by a profound speech from Dr. Mohanrao Bhagwat, Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, exploring the theme “Jayasya Aayatnam Dharmah,”highlighting the pivotal role of Dharma in the journey to triumph. Distinguished individuals, including MataAmritanandmayi Devi, Swami Purnatmanand Maharaj of the Bharat Sevasharam Sangh, and Satguru BodhinathaVeylanswami of Hinduism Today, were honored for the irremarkable contributions to Hindu society.

The Congress, held in Bangkok, saw engaging discussions across 47 sessions covering diverse topics related to Hinduism. The gathering served as a platform for inclusive dialogues on the principles of the religion, emphasizing unity and understanding. The concluding session featured Chancellor of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mata Amritanandamayi (Amma), stressing the crucial role of religion in fostering goodness and prosperity within society. Amma urged individuals to focus on these principles and fulfill their duties for the welfare of humanity, drawing inspiration from the concepts of Sanatan Dharma. Dattatreya Hosbale, General Secretary of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Swami Vigyanananda, Founder and World President of the World Hindu Foundation, graced the event as chief guests. The Congress served as a platform for global leaders to engage in discussions on various facets of Hinduism, fostering dialogue and understanding .The 2023 Congress concluded, with the announcement that the next congress is scheduled to be held in Mumbai in 2026. The theme, “Samanam Vrttam Saha Cittam,”meaning “Shared Commitment and Collective Resolve,” anticipates continued collaboration and commitment among the global Hindu community towards a prosperous future.