World Peoples Assembly Representative Office Presented in Telangana, India

The official opening and presentation of the Representative Office of the World Peoples Assembly in the state of Telangana took place on August 5, 2026 in Hyderabad, India. The new platform is designed for joint projects with partners from other Indian states and, in the future, for the development of international humanitarian initiatives in the south of the country.

The event marked an important milestone in the development of international humanitarian cooperation and public diplomacy. It brought together representatives of government authorities, parliamentarians, heads of state‑owned companies, scholars and educators, the business community, non‑governmental organizations and the media from four Indian states – Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu – as well as international partners of the World Peoples Assembly.

Following Indian tradition, the official opening began with the lighting of a symbolic lamp with the participation of honored guests. This ancient ritual, symbolizing the light of knowledge, wisdom, peace and an auspicious beginning, holds a special place in India's most significant state and public ceremonies. Its performance underscored the World Peoples Assembly’s respect for the country's cultural heritage and served as a symbol of the start of the Representative Office's work.

The guest of honour at the event was Damsari Anasuya (Seethakka), Minister of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Rural Water Supply, Women and Children Welfare of the Government of Telangana. She officially inaugurated the Representative Office of World Peoples Assembly in Telangana:

- Public diplomacy, humanitarian cooperation and cultural exchange are of particular importance for strengthening mutual understanding between peoples. The traditionally friendly relations between India and Russia, built over decades, remain a solid foundation for the development of mutually beneficial cooperation.

On behalf of the Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri A. Revanth Reddy, Ms. Damsari Anasuya wished the Representative Office of the World Peoples Assembly every success in its work and expressed confidence that the organization’s international humanitarian ties would continue to grow.

Via video link, the participants were addressed by Andrey Belyaninov, Secretary‑General of the World Peoples Assembly, and Svetlana Smirnova, Chairperson of the General Council of the World Peoples Assembly. They expressed their conviction in the growing role of public diplomacy in contemporary international relations.

- The opening of the Representative Office is an important step in expanding the international network of the World Peoples Assembly and developing humanitarian cooperation with our partners in India, - emphasized Andrey Belyaninov.

Rayala Nitu Naidu, Head of the Representative Office of the World Peoples Assembly in Telangana, outlined future plans:

- The Representative Office will become an open platform for the development of public diplomacy, the implementation of international humanitarian projects, and the expansion of engagement with government authorities, universities, research institutions, non‑governmental organizations, youth associations and the business community.

Among the priorities for the Representative Office, Nitu Naidu listed:

• hosting international conferences, leadership forums, cultural exchanges and humanitarian initiatives;

• supporting youth and women;

• developing cooperation in the fields of education, healthcare, tourism, culture, entrepreneurship and sustainable development.

The ceremony was also addressed by Gangadhar Chilka, Assistant Director General of the Ministry of Tourism of India and expert on state tourism policy; Nukasani Balaji, Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation; and Sri Damacharla Satyanarayana, Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board. They expressed their support for the work of the World Peoples Assembly and emphasized the importance of international humanitarian cooperation, public diplomacy, tourism and inter‑regional partnership.

Participants also discussed the development of international tourism cooperation as an effective tool of people‑to‑people diplomacy. Those present noted that the development of cultural, business, educational and medical tourism helps strengthen mutual trust, expand direct people‑to‑people contacts and implement joint humanitarian projects.

The Representative Office plans to launch a number of international programs of the World Peoples Assembly, including:

• hosting a stage of the International Competition "Public Diplomacy Leader";

• developing educational programs of the University of Public Diplomacy;

• supporting the International Business Community "Trust and Unity";

• building a network of young leaders in public diplomacy;

• organizing international forums, conferences, roundtables, as well as cultural, educational and youth events.

Participants of the ceremony particularly noted the enormous potential for cooperation between various regions of India.

The opening of the Representative Office generated widespread public interest and was covered by major Indian media outlets – the national news agency UNI, The Hans India, Metro India, Times Bureau Digital, Sakshi Telugu, Eenadu, Vaartha and others. Reports on the opening were broadcast by TV6, DD News and ETV Telangana. Information about the event also appeared on the official social media pages of Damsari Anasuya (Seethakka).

The opening of the Representative Office of the World Peoples Assembly in Telangana marks another step in expanding the organization’s international network. By launching new platforms for public diplomacy, humanitarian projects and intercultural dialogue, the World Peoples Assembly strengthens ties between governmental, public, scientific, educational and business institutions across different countries, helping to foster trust, mutual understanding and friendship among peoples.

For additional information, please visit the official website of the World Peoples Assembly or contact media@world-assembly.org.