Both Houses of the Karnataka Legislature (Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council) Unanimously Adopt Resolution Supporting the DPCW

A New Milestone in Institutionalizing Community-Based Peace

 

On August 21, 2025, a historic moment took place at the Vidhan Soudha in Bengaluru, Karnataka State. The Karnataka State Legislature unanimously adopted a resolution supporting the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW), marking a significant step toward the institutional realization of peace.

 

 

Resolution in Support of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) and the Promotion of Community-Based Peace and International Legal Institutionalization

The resolution was introduced by Hanumanthagowda Krishnegowda Patil, Minister of Law, Parliamentary Affairs and Tourism Government of Karnataka, India, and was ultimately approved through the consent of both houses of the state legislature, followed by the final assent of the Chief Minister.

The adopted resolution goes beyond a symbolic endorsement and includes key provisions such as full support for the principles and articles of the DPCW; cooperation with HWPL in implementing peace education and community-based programs; dissemination of the resolution to other states and the central government; pilot initiatives for “Peace Cities” and “Peace Villages”; and the integration of a culture of peace into local governance policies.

 

 

The journey toward the adoption of this resolution began with HWPL’s sustained peace initiatives and collaborative efforts across Karnataka. HWPL Global03 Branch has continuously built trust within the local community through various civic engagement projects, including MOUs with universities, collaboration in the field of law, peace walks, and environmental clean-up campaigns.

In particular, in Gadag District of Karnataka, HWPL conducted a street-cleaning initiative in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS), demonstrating that peace is not merely a conceptual ideal but a practical value that can be realized through civic participation and community service. These efforts played a pivotal role in enabling local leaders to recognize HWPL not just as an international NGO, but as a genuine partner working alongside the community.

 

 

Building upon this foundation, HWPL Global Branch 03 presented a model that connects community development with the promotion of a culture of peace through its cooperation with Mahatma Gandhi Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University (MGRDPRU).
During the meeting with Minister Patil to report on peace projects in Karnataka, India, Prof. Suresh V Nadagoudar, Vice Chancellor and Registrar, introduced HWPL’s international activities and partnership initiatives. After reviewing these materials, Minister Patil expressed his strong support, describing HWPL’s work as “a very noble endeavor.”

Hon’ble H.K. Patil further acknowledged HWPL’s sincerity and dedication in the field, stating: “They have come from Korea to India several times, working diligently for peace in India without showing any sign of hardship. Seeing the dedication of the HWPL staff members, the process of achievement, and the passionate way in which the DPCW is being introduced, I believe we, too, should help.”

Based on this trust, the Minister personally signed both the recommendation letter for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gadag District and the letter of support for the DPCW, thereby opening the possibility for expanded cooperation at the district, city, and state levels.

With the adoption of this resolution, Karnataka State has established policies reflecting the DPCW and begun applying them to administration, and it is expected that support for and implementation of the DPCW will further expand throughout India.