{"id":59078,"date":"2025-11-17T15:43:30","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T10:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prevalentindia.in\/index.php\/2025\/11\/17\/one-ocean-concert-at-bahai-house-of-worship-brings-together-diplomats-artists-and-delhis-cultural-icons\/"},"modified":"2025-11-17T15:43:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T10:13:30","slug":"one-ocean-concert-at-bahai-house-of-worship-brings-together-diplomats-artists-and-delhis-cultural-icons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prevalentindia.in\/index.php\/2025\/11\/17\/one-ocean-concert-at-bahai-house-of-worship-brings-together-diplomats-artists-and-delhis-cultural-icons\/","title":{"rendered":"One Ocean Concert at Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed House of Worship Brings Together Diplomats, Artists, and Delhi\u2019s Cultural Icons"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Delhi [India], November 17:<\/strong> <\/span>The Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed House of Worship, widely known as the Lotus Temple, hosted a special edition of the One Ocean Concert Series on Friday evening, drawing ambassadors from 24 countries, leading writers, and many of Delhi\u2019s cultural influencers.<\/p>\n

Welcoming the distinguished gathering, the Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed House of Worship team highlighted the temple\u2019s enduring role as a symbol of the oneness of humankind. The One Ocean Concert Series, rooted in Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed principles, celebrates the unifying force of the arts and their ability to inspire harmony, empathy, and collective upliftment.<\/p>\n

The welcome address drew from the Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed writings, noting that human diversity\u2014like musical notes\u2014forms a perfect chord when blended with unity and purpose. Art, it emphasised, is \u201ca gift of the Holy Spirit,\u201d capable of uplifting both individuals and societies.<\/p>\n

Dr. Kazem Samandari, Co-Founder of the Trajectories of Hope Foundation, said: \u201cThis concert is more than a performance; it is a reminder that culture and music can dissolve boundaries. Today, as ambassadors, artists, and citizens sit together, we witness the real meaning of unity in diversity.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Christine Samandari, Co-Founder of the Foundation, added: \u201cThe Lotus Temple welcomes every heart. Through the One Ocean Concert, we hope to reaffirm that humanity is interconnected \u2014 many waves, but truly one ocean.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed\"<\/p>\n

Justice Deepak Verma, Former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, said: \u201cThis evening\u2019s concert showcased how art can be a carrier of peace. In a world of growing differences, platforms like the One Ocean Concert remind us of our shared humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n

Vicki Bedi, direct descendant of Guru Nanak and distinguished philanthropist, said: \u201cThe Lotus Temple embodies the spirit of universality. Tonight, the music echoed Guru Nanak\u2019s message \u2014 that all beings are one, and that harmony is our natural state.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ambassador Sanjay Verma, member of UPSC and cultural patron, said: \u201cGatherings like this create a powerful bridge between communities and nations. The language of music speaks to every heart, and tonight, it united us effortlessly.\u201d He added: \u201cThe performance\u2019s visual dimension was defined by the incredible backdrop of the Lotus Temple.\u201d<\/p>\n

The evening featured an exceptional performance by Pandit Shubhendra Rao and Maestro Saskia Rao-de Haas, accompanied by Zuheb Ahmed and Zaheen Khan on tabla. Organised in collaboration with the Trajectories of Hope Foundation, the concert filled the iconic marble hall with meditative classical melodies.<\/p>\n

\"Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed\"<\/p>\n

Pandit Shubhendra Rao \u2014 a prot\u00e9g\u00e9 of Bharat Ratna Pandit Ravi Shankar \u2014 was celebrated for continually expanding the boundaries of Indian classical music. Saskia Rao-de Haas, creator of the Indian cello, received admiration for her innovation and her cross-cultural artistic mastery.<\/p>\n

Distinguished diplomats, cultural leaders, prominent writers, and personalities from Delhi\u2019s artistic community attended the event. Among them was Amit Deshmukh of MMJP Global Wellness, representing the intersection of culture, community upliftment, and holistic well-being.<\/p>\n

As part of the closing ceremony, Ms Nilakshi Rajkhowa, Director of the Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed Office of Public Affairs, invited Dr Christine Samandari and Dr Kazem Samandari to join her in presenting a token of appreciation to the performers.<\/p>\n

Carmel Tripathi
\nDirector \u2013 Baha\u2019i Office of Public Affairs
\nBaha\u2019i House of Worship is organised with the whole concept idea of this event.<\/p>\n

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