Mumbai, 21 May 2026 — Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal, Chairman and President of The Indian Council of Scotland and the United Kingdom, was honoured as Guest of Honour and presented with the I Am Peacekeeper Champion Award at the Billionaires for Peace Conclave held at the Grand Ballroom, Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel & Residences.
The Conclave, organised under the I Am Peacekeeper Movement, brought together global leaders, Nobel Peace Laureates, and change-makers to advance the principle that Inner Peace is the Foundation of World Peace. The event featured keynote addresses, panel discussions on justice and peace, a painting auction, and the release of the I Am Peacekeeper Charter, concluding with a gala dinner and awards ceremony.
Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal attended with his wife, Mrs. Pooja Lal. His recognition was met with widespread commendation from dignitaries present.
Notable Guests
Notable guests at the Conclave included:
- Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra
- Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Former President of India
- Shri Ashok Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group and head of the UK's richest family
The event also saw participation from numerous billionaires, business leaders, and politicians from across the world. Attendees highlighted Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal's contributions to strengthening community relations, interfaith goodwill, and business engagement between the UK and India.
A Benchmark for Cross-Border Collaboration
In his remarks, Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Founder of the I Am Peacekeeper Movement, praised Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal's leadership and commitment to service, noting that his diplomatic approach has set a benchmark for cross-border collaboration and goodwill.
Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal has been at the forefront of promoting trade and investment between the UK and India, and on an international scale. His work has led to growing demand for his involvement in trade and investment programmes, with countries worldwide and multiple Indian states expressing interest in his leadership for upcoming initiatives.
The organisers stated that Mr. Neil Kant Shiv Lal's presence lent distinction and credibility to the Conclave, reinforcing the event's focus on practical action and principled advocacy for global peace and justice.
About The Indian Council of Scotland and the United Kingdom
The Indian Council of Scotland and the United Kingdom works to advance Indian diaspora engagement across Scotland and the wider UK through community relations, business collaboration, and charitable service.
About the I Am Peacekeeper Movement
The I Am Peacekeeper Movement is a non-religious, non-political initiative guided by the values of Truth, Gratitude, Forgiveness, Love, Humility, Giving, and Patience, aimed at fostering dialogue and action for global peace.
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