Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral
Margao, Goa – A public conference on “Ideal Neighbourhood – Ideal Society” organised by Jamat-e-Islami Goa was held at Adarsh Convention Hall, marking the conclusion of a 10-day nationwide campaign aimed at strengthening neighbourhood relations and restoring social harmony. The event witnessed the participation of prominent religious leaders, social workers, and community representatives, including Fr. Ramiro Luis of Majorda Village, Meenaz Banu, Swamini Gopikananda Saraswati of Chinmaya Krishna Ashram, Fr. Gabriel Coutinho of Navelim Village, Asif Hussain, President of JIH Goa, Shaikh Bashir, President of the Association of All Goa Muslim Jamaats, and Chief Guest Salim Engineer, Vice President of JIH India.
The conference highlighted a pressing concern in contemporary society: although people live physically close to one another, emotional distance and social disconnect have grown significantly. Speakers observed that technology and social media, while enabling global connections, have reduced meaningful interactions with neighbours. This erosion of everyday bonds, they cautioned, undermines the very foundation of society.
The discussions emphasized that neighbourhoods are the building blocks of a peaceful nation. Simple gestures such as courtesy, cooperation, offering help, and showing kindness play a decisive role in nurturing trust and unity. All religions and value systems, the speakers affirmed, emphasize compassion, responsibility, and care for one’s neighbours.
Participants also reflected on rising individualism, insecurity, and the decline in mutual respect. They urged citizens to counter these trends by reviving empathy, strengthening communication, and engaging more actively with local communities. Healthy neighbourhood ties, it was noted, contribute directly to social harmony, justice, and collective well-being.
The conference concluded with a strong call to action for people to consciously rebuild neighbourhood relationships, organize local community activities, and embrace attitudes of patience, forgiveness, and goodwill—values deemed essential for shaping an ideal society.
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