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Goa Governor calls for global peace, sustainable development

Panaji, Oct 15 (UNI) Goa Governor Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju today called for collective efforts to promote world peace, sustainable development and value-based education, stressing the need to foster mutual respect and religious tolerance.
He was speaking at the inauguration of a programme on social organisations, religious communities and interfaith dialogue for sustainable development and world peace, organised by World Peace University, Goa, in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair.
The Governor said education should focus on developing responsible citizens and instilling human values. He stressed that justice, non-violence and respect for all religions were essential for peace and harmony.
He also highlighted the need for environmental conservation and sustainable development.
The programme was attended by Goa MLA Nilkanth Halarnkar, World Peace University executive president Rahul V. Karad and other academic representatives.
The conference unanimously adopted a resolution calling for initiatives to promote world peace, protect Goa's historical sites, conserve the environment, improve water management and strengthen measures to control noise pollution. It also proposed establishing a council for value-based global education rooted in science and spirituality. UNI SP SS
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