Hiroshima day observance calls for a war-free world
Doha: The devastating lessons of Hiroshima continue to remind humanity that peace is the only path to sustainable progress, and the world must unite to build a society free from war, speakers emphasized at a group discussion organized by Mediaplus in observance of Hiroshima Day.
The programme served as a platform to reflect on the catastrophic consequences of war and the urgent need to promote peace, coexistence, and humanity across the globe.
The event was inaugurated by Muhammed Aman, a young social media activist, who highlighted the historical significance of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. Addressing the gathering, he explained how a single act of war claimed hundreds of thousands of innocent lives, leaving behind generations affected by physical, emotional, and environmental devastation.
He stressed that the Hiroshima tragedy stands as a timeless warning against violence and armed conflicts. “War is never a solution to any problem. It only destroys lives, families, and civilizations. If humanity truly desires happiness, development, and lasting prosperity, we must establish peace through dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect,” he said. He also urged the younger generation to become ambassadors of peace and work towards building a world where conflicts are resolved through diplomacy rather than violence.
The speakers collectively observed that despite the painful lessons of history, the world continues to witness wars, conflicts, and humanitarian crises in different regions. They expressed concern over the growing culture of hatred and intolerance and called upon governments, international organizations, and civil society to strengthen efforts towards global peace, justice, and human dignity.
The discussion highlighted that wars spare no one. Innocent civilians, especially women and children, bear the greatest burden of armed conflicts. Beyond the immediate loss of lives, wars inflict long-term economic, social, psychological, and environmental damage that can affect generations. The participants reiterated that investment in peace, education, compassion, and dialogue is far more valuable than investment in weapons and destruction.
Prominent personalities from various fields participated in the discussion and shared their perspectives on the importance of fostering a peaceful and inclusive world. Dr. Sheela Philipose, Managing Director of Doha Beauty Centre, Shafeer Vatanappalli, Koya Kondotty, Sham Doha, G.P. Kunhabdulla Chalappuram, Muthalib Mattannur, Uwais Usman, Rauf Malayil, Jayakumar Madhavan, and Dr. Amanulla Vadakkangara addressed the gathering.
The speakers unanimously called upon individuals and communities to uphold the values of peace, tolerance, compassion, and mutual understanding. They noted that the observance of Hiroshima Day is not merely a remembrance of a historical tragedy but a collective commitment to ensuring that such devastation never occurs again.
The programme concluded with a renewed pledge by the participants to promote the message of peace in their respective communities and to inspire future generations to reject violence and embrace humanity, harmony, and peaceful coexistence.
A special highlight of the programme was the poster launch of the music album “Yuddham Ennum Halakkāṇ” (War always ends in destruction), conceptualized by G.P. Kunhabdulla Chalappuram. The poster was officially released by Dr. Sheela Philipose, Managing Director of Doha Beauty Centre, by handing it over to the young social media activist Muhammed Aman. The album conveys a powerful anti-war message, emphasizing the devastating consequences of armed conflicts and the urgent need to uphold peace, humanity, and compassion. The poster launch complemented the spirit of Hiroshima Day, reinforcing the programme’s central message that lasting peace is the only path to a better future.
