The International Commission of Culture and Diplomatic Relations (ICCDR) a Special Accredited organisation in United Nations Economic and Social Council ( ECOSOC) celebrated United Nations Day at Hotel Green Park, Hyderabad, emphasizing the urgent need for reform in the UN Security Council and advocating for India’s permanent membership in the Council.
The symposium, themed “Need to Reform the UN Security Council in the Changing World Scenario,” brought together eminent personalities from diplomatic, administrative, and academic fields to deliberate on cultural diplomacy, sustainable peace, and India’s evolving global role.
Shri A.V. Ranganath, IPS, Commissioner, HYDRA, attended as Chief Guest, highlighting Hyderabad’s pioneering efforts in environmental protection, lake rejuvenation, and flood prevention. He emphasized that citizen participation and awareness are key to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and sustainable urban governance.
Col. Bhupendra Budhori and Maj. S.P.S. Oberoi, Guests of Honour, spoke on strengthening international cooperation, promoting global peace, and integrating cultural diplomacy into policy-making.
The event also saw the participation of Padma Kanta Hazarika, Officer on Special Duty, Assam Tourism Development Corporation, and Sarsing Engti, Chairman, Dorothy Voluntary Association and former leader of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). Both delivered insightful speeches on the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Assam, emphasizing the importance of inclusive development, tourism-led growth, and cultural reconciliation in the northeastern states.
During the program, ICCDR introduced a preliminary collaboration proposal between the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRA), the United Nations Disaster Management System, and ICCDR. The draft aims to explore cooperation in disaster management, climate resilience, and sustainable urban planning, aligning with the Sendai Framework (2015–2030) and SDGs 11 & 13.
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