Global Happiness Forum 2025
THEME: GATEWAY TO GLOBAL HAPPINESS
- September 27–28, 2025
- Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Souttt Asia’s LargestCelebration of Happiness
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Panel Discussion
The Future of Leadership - Leading from the Heart
From left to right: Mr. Raj Agarwal, Ms. Vibha Tara, Mr. N.K. Chaudhary and Luis Gallardo
As the moderator for the discussion, Luis Gallardo, opened the panel discussion by warmly welcoming the audience and expressing excitement about the session just before lunch. He emphasised the uniqueness of the panel, highlighting that the leaders present truly “walk the talk” when it comes to happiness and well-being—something he noted is rare, as many speak about these values but few actively practice them. Luis introduced the topic, “Future of Leadership from the Heart,”
and lauded the three Indian leaders as inspiring global examples of heart-centred leadership.
Panel Discussion: Happiness in Education
Moderated by: Prof. Daneshwar Sharma
From left to right: Prof. Daneshwar Sharma (Moderator), Ms. Alpa Kapadia Teli, Mr. Pravin S. Chaturvedi, Dr. Prabhat Pankaj (Director), Ms. Agrata Shukla and Prof. K.C. Sahoo
Prof. Daneshwar Sharma opened the session by greeting the audience warmly and expressing joy at gathering for the launch of a special book focused on happiness in academics. He acknowledged the presence of esteemed dignitaries and scholars and emphasized the need to integrate happiness not just as an outcome but as the very heart of education. Highlighting recent critical incidents affecting youth, he stressed the urgent
necessity to rethink educational systems so they nurture well-being alongside academic
excellence.
Key Discussion Points
- Academic Stress and Pressure: The challenge of stress and pressure in academic environments due to prioritizing correctness over happiness.
- Integrating Happiness: The importance of embedding happiness into curriculums and academic culture as a foundational pillar.
- Stakeholder Roles: The role of parents, teachers, and administrators in creating supportive ecosystems for student well-being.
- Practical Tools: Examples of mindful appreciation, gratitude, and nurturing environments to foster happiness in education.
- Balancing Development: The need to balance academic excellence with emotional and social growth for holistic development.
- Parenting and Teaching Styles: Insights on nurturing rather than constraining children’s happiness and creativity.
- Societal Influences: Discussion on cultural expectations shaping perceptions of success and happiness in education.
Cultural Performance and other Fillers
The program commenced with Ganesh Vandana—invoking Lord Ganesha’s blessings for wisdom, auspiciousness, and a harmonious beginning
Credits: IIS (deemed to be University) student team.
The electrifying fusion dance performance blended Western and Indian styles, energising the atmosphere and breaking the monotony with vibrant rhythm and movement.
Credits: IIS (deemed to be University) student team.
The lively Laughter Yoga dance encouraged everyone to open up, embrace joy, and dispel post-lunch lethargy through the power of laughter. The Master of the Ceremony, Mr Sharad Kamra, a trained Laughter Yoga Leader, inspired the audience to open up and rejoice with contagious enthusiasm. Credits: Dr Madan Kataria, Laughter Yoga Guru and Founder of
Laughter Yoga International.
During every break, the atmosphere was enlivened by specially curated Happiness Songs, creating a warm and joyful ambience across both days of the event. The delightful playlist, thoughtfully contributed by Jasmine and Bella Luna respectively, added a soulful rhythm to the Forum’s celebration of joy and well-being.
Press Conference & Media Coverage
A press conference was held on the eve of the Global Happiness Forum Jaipur 2025 at the Renaissance of Jaipur, the Ashok Club, led by Program Convenor Mr K. Vikram Rastogi, where he informed the media that the two-day Forum will feature six sessions including two panel discussions in total, bringing together over 30 eminent experts. The agenda includes an Inaugural Session, four Plenary Sessions focusing respectively on the spiritual, physical, educational, and emotional dimensions of happiness, and a concluding Valedictory Session. He further announced that the Guests of Honour will be Dr. Sudhir Bhandari, Pro- Chancellor, Jaipur National University, Jaipur, and Mr. Rajeshwar Singh, State Election Commissioner, Rajasthan. The event will be presided over by Maj. Gen. Anuj Mathur (Veteran) and Mr. Ambrish Kumar, Secretary, Medical Education, Government of Rajasthan.
The global gathering featured distinguished guests, including Luis Gallardo, Tami Muller, K.C. Jones and Michelle Zou from the US, Dr. Ash Kumar from the UK, Dr. Sanjay Runwal from Pune, Ms. Vibha Tara from Lucknow along with Co-Host and renowned social entrepreneur Mr. Sudhir Mathur. The Press Conference addressed the journalists from the City of Jaipur.
The major highlight of the Press Conference was the five books which will be released during the two days of the event.
Book Launch
&
Happiness Corner
More than 50 book titles were on display and sale, with close to 25 titles being related to health, meditation, immunity, etc.
Memento Awarded to Mr. K Vikram Rastogi For his dedication and extraordinary work for spreading consciousness and happiness among people by Mr Luis Gallardo, founder and president world happiness Foundation
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