Sacred relics of Lord Buddha’s chief disciples enshrined in Mongolia, strengthening India-Mongolia spiritual ties

June 1, 2026 3:39 PM

Sacred relics of Lord Buddha’s chief disciples enshrined in Mongolia, strengthening India-Mongolia spiritual ties

In a milestone for India-Mongolia cultural and spiritual relations, the sacred relics of Arhat Sariputra and Arhat Mahamoggallana, the two chief disciples of Lord Buddha, were ceremonially enshrined at the Gandantegchenling Monastery in Ulaanbaatar on the occasion of Buddha Purnima (Vesak Day) 2026. The holy relics were received on Sunday with deep reverence by thousands of devotees, monks and members of the Buddhist Sangha. The exposition was inaugurated in the presence of Assam Governor Laksh...

Sacred Buddha relics return to India after 17-day exposition in Bhutan

November 26, 2025 11:57 AM

Sacred Buddha relics return to India after 17-day exposition in Bhutan

The sacred relics of Lord Buddha returned to India on Tuesday after a 17-day public exposition in Bhutan, an event marked by significant religious participation and high-level representation from both countries. Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju accompanied the relics back to India and described the experience as an honour. He thanked Bhutan’s leadership and citizens for the ceremonial respect accorded to the relics throughout their stay. Rijiju said ...