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| Boney Kapoor at Marwah Studios |
Noida: In recognition of the former
South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom, UN
General Assembly declares 18 July "Nelson Mandela International Day".
The resolution recognizes Mandela’s
values and his dedication to the service of humanity in: conflict resolution;
race relations; promotion and protection of human rights; reconciliation;
gender equality and the rights of children and other vulnerable groups; the
fight against poverty; the promotion of social justice. The resolution
acknowledges his contribution to the struggle for democracy internationally and
the promotion of a culture of peace throughout the world,” informed Sandeep Marwah
President of Marwah Studios and World Peace Development And Research Foundation
while talking to the media persons at Noida Film City.
Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 marks
100 years since the birth of Nelson Mandela (18 July 1918). The Centenary is an
occasion to reflect on his life and legacy, and to follow his call to “make of
the world a better place.”
“Nelson Mandela devoted his life to the
service of humanity — as a human rights lawyer, a prisoner of conscience, an
international peacemaker and the first democratically elected president of a
free South Africa. We remember him to continue from where he left,” said Boney
Kapoor renowned filmmaker of India while releasing the poster to mark respect.
