MUMBAI: City-based noted social worker and entrepreneur Dr Mustafa Yusufali Gom was recently conferred with the prestigious International Buddha Peace Award 2025.
The Maitry Peace Foundation hosted a grand ceremony to confer this prestigious Award and Gaurav Shree Samman from Lakshman Prasad Acharya, governor of Assam. The ceremony celebrated individuals who have made exemplary contributions to peace, social progress and community welfare. Dr. Mustafa Yusufali Gom, Managing Director of Care Takers Exterior and Interior Pvt Ltd, was a key honoree.

Dr. Gom was awarded the International Buddha Peace Award 2025 for his remarkable social activism and leadership in the building repairs and restoration industry, seamlessly blending professional excellence with compassion-driven community development. His work has inspired many, embodying the Foundation’s mission to promote peace and harmony, inspired by the timeless teachings of his Holiness Sayedna Muffadal Saifuddin sahab.
The event commenced with a warm welcome for governor Acharya, who was presented with a vibrant flower bouquet and a traditional Dawoodi Bohra Community shawl, symbolizing respect and cultural unity. The gesture highlighted the Foundation’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and goodwill. In his keynote address, governor Acharya praised the awardees for their dedication to societal upliftment. “In an era of challenges, the principles of compassion and unity, as taught by Buddha, guide us toward a harmonious future,” governor Acharya said.
The ceremony, attended by dignitaries, community leaders, and guests, showcased the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to recognize unsung heroes across various fields. The event concluded with heartfelt gratitude expressed to governor Acharya, the awardees, and all attendees for their unwavering support in advancing the cause of peace and progress.