Kolkata, WB: Brahma Kumaris, Museum marked a historic milestone with the inauguration of the newly constructed Global Enlightenment Retreat Centre (GERC) in Kolkata on 8th November, 2025.
On this auspicious occasion, the Brahma Kumaris also launched the nationwide initiative — “Year of Unity & Trust,” dedicated to nurturing harmony, faith, and collective strength among individuals and communities.
Adding to the significance of the event, a Bengali meditation book titled “51 Steps to Soulful Awakening” was also released, along with its Hindi and English editions. The book offers daily reflective meditations inspired by the teachings of the Brahma Kumaris, guiding readers toward inner peace, healing, and self-realization.
Present on the occasion were Mr. Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury, Hon’ble Judge, Calcutta High Court; Shri Dilip Mondal, Hon’ble Minister of State for Transport, Government of West Bengal; BK Jayanti Behn, Additional Chief of Brahma Kumaris and Director of the Brahma Kumaris, London; BK Mruthyunjaya, Additional Secretary General, Brahma Kumaris, Mount Abu; Shri Dushyant Nariala, IAS, Principal Secretary, West Bengal Disaster Management & Civil Defence Department,Shri Virendra, former DGP, west Bengal & Current chief Commissioner of RTI, Sri Sushil Mohta, Owner, Merlin Group, Smt Smita pandey, IAS, Secretary, Public Enterprises & Industry Reconstruction Dept,Govt of WB, BK Kanan, Zonal Incharge, Brahma Kumaris Eastern Zone.
Mr. Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury, Hon’ble Judge, Calcutta High Court, appreciated the noble initiative and said that in today’s world, where stress and conflict have become part of daily life, such a spiritual retreat centre is a blessing for society.
Shri Dilip Mondal, Hon’ble Minister of State for Transport, Government of West Bengal, expressed his heartfelt admiration for the Brahma Kumaris’ contribution to society. He said, “The establishment of the Global Enlightenment Retreat Centre is a matter of pride for West Bengal. At a time when the world is searching for peace and direction, this Centre will guide people towards inner stability, unity, and ethical living.
