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The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi hosted an inspiring evening titled ‘A Symphony of Harmony’, celebrating People of Determination and highlighting the UAE’s values of inclusion, compassion, and shared humanity.
The highlight of the evening was a breath-taking performance by 15-year-old Emirati pianist and composer Ahmed Al Hashemi, a young star on the autism spectrum who has represented the UAE in over 200 international performances. Recipient of the UNESCO Rising Talent Honorary Certificate and the Mother Teresa Memorial Award, Ahmed performed eight pieces – including works by Beethoven and his own compositions – offering a moving reminder that courage and creativity transcend all limitations.
(SUBHEAD)Swami Brahmaviharidas emphasized that harmony begins within each person and praised Ahmed as a beacon of determination. He honoured Ahmed with a special memento, while BAPS volunteer Shaily Desai honoured Ahmed’s mother, Eiman Alaleeli. Brigadier Hamed of Joint Taskforce Abu Dhabi; Mubarak Al Ameri and Mohamed Al Balooshi, representing H.E. Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development; Mr. Zubin Karkaria, CEO of VFS Global; and Dr. Vibu Bose, Executive Director of Ahalia Medical Group, were also felicitated.
Rabbi Jeff Berger and Asma Rubayea Al Menhali praised the Mandir as a sanctuary of harmony, coexistence, and human connection.
