Baha'i Office of Public Affairs - India

09/07/2026

19/05/2026

A joint statement by members of India’s legal fraternity raises urgent concern over the escalating persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran.

At a time of growing injustice, voices from the legal community are calling for accountability, protection of prisoners of conscience, and an immediate end to the persecution of the Bahá’í community in Iran.

19/05/2026

"Some inequalities are not loud.
They live quietly in everyday words, rituals, expectations, and family habits."
In this reflective article, Questioning the Everyday: Gender, Culture, and Family Life, Dr. Murari explores how families shape our understanding of gender, power, care, and equality
- often in ways we hardly notice.
The article invites us to look closely at the ordinary spaces of life:
the conversations at home, the roles we inherit, the language we use, and the values we pass on to the next generation.
Read the article - https://reimaginingthefamily.in/questioning-the-everyday-gender-culture-and-family-life/

19/05/2026

Interfaith Roundtable Calls for Greater Solidarity with the Baha'is in Iran
New Delhi, 15 May 2026: Religious leaders, scholars, diplomats, and representatives of diverse faith traditions gathered at the India International Centre, New Delhi, for an interfaith roundtable titled "Voices of Conscience: Interfaith Consultation on the Situation of the Bahá'ís in Iran," organized by the Office of Public Affairs of the Bahá'is of India.
The consultation reflected on human dignity, freedom of conscience, and the shared responsibility to stand against persecution and injustice, while expressing solidarity with the Bahá'ís in Iran.

Iqbal Singh Lalpura

16/04/2026

Many may still be inclined to believe that wisdom comes with age alone, but I think wisdom arises from diverse experiences and lived realities. So when we work with young people, let us not measure in terms of years of experiences, but with their lived realities as young people are amazingly adept, profoundly connected and building movements towards the revival of our communities.

Ms. Pranita Biswasi - National Programmes Manager - YWCA of India

[Learnings from the symposium titled - Youth as Constructive Agent of Change]

04/04/2026

Young Baha'i in Iran faces mock hangings, torture, and imminent danger

03/04/2026

Dear friends,
Peyvand Naimi in Iran has endured torture and mock ex*****ons and now faces the threat of ex*****on. This is a moment that calls for urgent collective action on social media. We invite you to raise your voice—share posts widely, use the official hashtags, and tag others to amplify this call for justice. Your voice can help bring global attention to this injustice. Stand in solidarity and act now.






Follow the social media handles-

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/humanrightsopaindia?

X - igsh=MTBlczJwbWNweHBlMA==

Website - https://x.com/Rightsopaindia

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20/03/2026

From Command to Conversation: The Changing Nature of Family Decisions

In a new reflection on reimagining family decision-making, Mr. Suchit Tripathi explores the shift from authority-based choices toward a culture of consultation within the family, where dialogue and shared understanding shape decisions.

This is an insightful article on consultation in the family and how children can participate in family consultations and decision making. It highlights that decision-making is not merely about choosing between options, but about learning to think and act together while valuing each voice.

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15/03/2026

The Office of Public Affairs of the Bahá’ís of India cordially invites you to a symposium on “Art as a Unifying and Constructive Force,” followed by performing arts presentations, an art exhibition, a multi-faith prayer service, and a viewing of the illumination of the Temple.

Details of the event are as follows -
Date - Sunday, 29 March 2026
Time - Symposium - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Concert - 6:00 pm onwards
Venue - Information Centre,
Bahá'i House of Worship (Lotus Temple) New Delhi, India

Kindly scan the registration code to register for the event.

14/03/2026

The Road to Equality Begins with Small Steps

“The road is long. Patriarchy is stubborn. But with each conversation, each negotiation, each baby step, we see families becoming more equal and more humane. And that is how change will endure.

We must be honest: patriarchy is deeply entrenched. Older generations, especially men, often resist change because they fear losing power. Sometimes crises—like lack of toilets or severe family conflicts—force shifts. But otherwise, change is slow. Women often understand the harm of patriarchy but cannot act; instead, they make space for the next generation.

We realized we had to work with youth. While the current generation needs immediate support when violence occurs, the next generation must be prepared not to tolerate violence at all.”
— V. Kalyani
Chairperson, Action India

In a new article on Reimagining the Family, Ms. Kalyani reflects on the deeply entrenched nature of patriarchy and the gradual process through which families and communities work toward more just and equal relationships.

The piece highlights how honest conversations, small negotiations, and the engagement of youth can play a crucial role in transforming patterns that sustain inequality and violence within families.

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