Lumbini World Peace Forum

26/09/2026

25/09/2026

At the 17th World Peace Forum in Lumbini, former Bhutan Tourism Council Director General Dasho Dorji Dhradul delivered an inspiring address on "Reimagining Peace Through Gender Harmony and Human Creativity." His insightful remarks highlighted how cultural wisdom and creative leadership serve as vital catalysts for global harmony and sustainable development.

25/09/2026

The 17th World Peace Forum in Lumbini served as a powerful platform to showcase Nepal's rich cultural heritage, highlighted by a moving performance of the sacred Charya dance. Blending spiritual tradition with the universal message of harmony, the presentation underscored the vital role of culture in global peace-building.

24/09/2026

A beautiful Charya Dance at the 17th World Peace Forum in Lumbini by the Nasaa Cultural Center of Kathmandu.

24/09/2026

As we conclude the historic 17th World Peace Forum in Lumbini, our commitment does not end with the closing ceremony; it begins anew in our daily actions. True peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the active cultivation of harmony within our communities and with our planet. Let us carry the spirit of Lumbini back to our respective corners of the world, planting the seeds of understanding, sustainability, and hope for generations to come.
Basu Gautam
Founder and President
Lumbini World Peace Forum

22/09/2026

The 17th World Peace Forum in Lumbini (running from September 21 to 23, 2026) has been a profound convergence of global dialogue, cultural diplomacy, and shared visions for peace.
As today marks the second day of the forum (September 22), the resonant echoes of yesterday's unforgettable opening cultural highlights—most notably the enchanting live performance by the legendary Nepali folklore ensemble Sur Sudha on September 21—continue to inspire attendees and delegates.
Blending traditional Nepali instrumentation with universal melodies, Sur Sudha's performance at Buddha Maya Gardens served as a powerful reminder of how art and music transcend borders to foster harmony, perfectly setting the spiritual and cultural tone for the entire forum.

22/09/2026

17th World Peace Forum Begins in Lumbini
The 17th World Peace Forum has officially kicked off in the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini. Running through Wednesday, this three-day international event is being hosted in South Asia for the very first time.
The forum centers on the theme "Reimagining Peace in the 21st Century," focusing on climate justice, sustainable development, and sustainable tourism.
Key Speakers and Distinguished Guests:
Mr. Pranav Gupta (Resident Representative, IMF)
Vicky Hansen (President, International Schengen Peace Foundation, Luxembourg)
Steve Killelea AM (Founder and Executive Chairman, Institute for Economics and Peace, Australia)
Dasho Dorji Dhradul (Director, Tourism Council of Bhutan)
Dr. Wolfgang Georg Arlt (Tourism Expert)
IPU Secretary-General (Geneva - via video message)
Khim Bahadur Kunwar (Provincial Planning Secretary, Lumbini Province Government)
Gyanin Rai (Acting Member Secretary, Lumbini Development Trust)
Kalpana Harijan (Acting Mayor, Lumbini Sanskritik Municipality)
Dr. Rajendra Bari (President, Lumbini-कपिलवस्तु World Campaign, Belgium)
Organized jointly by the Lumbini World Peace Forum and the Schengen Peace Foundation, the event aims to foster global cooperation, climate awareness, and tourism development.

15/09/2026

How can global prosperity and transformational change truly begin?
Global tech entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) founder Steve Killelea believes that sustainable development and peace are the ultimate investments for humanity's future. Join him in conversation with Shine Resunga Development Bank's Pravash Rai as they unlock the blueprint for Creating Peace for Transformational Change at the World Peace Forum 2026 on September 22 at Buddha Maya Gardens, Lumbini.

14/09/2026

We are honored to announce Dasho Dorji Dhradhul, Former Director General of Tourism Council of Bhutan and The Creativity Catalyst, as a distinguished speaker for the 17th World Peace Forum Nepal 2026, organized by the Lumbini World Peace Forum. As the leader of the Tourism Council of Bhutan, Dasho guided the nation's tourism sector through pandemic recovery efforts and helped champion Bhutan's core "high value, low volume" sustainable tourism policy on the global stage. Join us as he brings his creative vision to Lumbini on the International Day of Peace