The Baha’i community celebrated the bicentenary birthday of Baha’i faith founder Baha’u’llah in the city on Sunday.
Members discussed Baha’u’llah’s life and messages of unity of humankind.
Former Ambassador of India Abasar Beuria graced the occasion as chief guest. He spoke about the relevance of the teachings of Baha’u’llah for today’s challenging society. Surya Prakash Dash presided over the meeting and highlighted about the activities and achievements of Baha’I community of Odisha.
Several cultural programmes were performed by students of different schools and Baha’i moral classes. An art gallery of paintings was on display. Besides, an audio CC of the prayers and Holy Writings of Baha’u’llah was released. Music director Pradeep Das and Harapriya Pati were felicitated.