UAE-Based Indian Artists Reimagine Historic UN Peace Hymn “Maithreem Bhajata” for a Divided World  

A powerful cultural initiative calls for global harmony through music and dance 

Dubai, UAE | 12th May 2026 

In a compelling artistic tribute to global unity, Indian performing artists based in the United Arab Emirates have come together to present “Mission Global Peace – Maithreem Bhajata”, a soulful recreation of the iconic hymn that once moved the United Nations to a standing ovation.  

Originally composed by Chandrasekarendra Saraswati and rendered at the UN in 1966 by Bharat Ratna M. S. Subbulakshmi, the hymn carries a timeless message: cultivate friendship and conquer hearts, not nations. 

Reimagined for today’s world, the production brings together more than 30 artists – leading Indian classical dancers, musicians, and vocalists from across the UAE in a unified expression of peace and harmony. 

 The initiative has been: 

Presented by the Global Indian Performing Arts & Music Society (GIPAMS), In partnership with IPF UAE 

Conceptualized and directed by Guru. Iswarya Bharadwaj 

With Music direction by Renuka Parameswar 

Production done By Varathraj Kumar from Ameeraga Valai Oli / AVO Studio, Dubai 

Featuring a diverse ensemble of artists across classical disciplines, the production reflects the UAE’s multicultural fabric and its role as a global hub for coexistence and dialogue.  

Already crossed a total of 15K+ views, 1.5K+ likes and shared widely across all platforms. 

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