Bhutan builds 108 stupas in 9 hours, dedicates No. 76 to PM Modi

Photos show Buddhist stupas taking shape in Bhutan’s planned Mindfulness City

Buddhist masters gathered in Gelephu, Bhutan, as volunteers built stupas symbolizing Buddha’s enlightenment in a procession-like row along the Mao Chhu River. Visitors prayed and chanted. The monuments are part of Gelephu Mindfulness City, envisioned by Bhutan’s king to boost the economy while embracing Buddhist values. The city is being developed in phases over several decades.

Thousands of volunteers build 108 stupas in a day in Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City

GELEPHU, Bhutan (AP) — Buddhist masters from various schools and denominations and about 200,000 people from around the world congregated in Gelephu, Bhutan, on Sunday to witness volunteers erect 108 stupas in a single day.

Bhutan Consecrates 108 Stupas In Gelephu, Dedicates One To PM Modi

Union minister Kiren Rijiju represented India at the ceremony and unveiled a plaque dedicating Jangchub Chorten number 76 to PM Modi alongside the Bhutanese king.

Bhutan dedicates Buddhist stupa to PM Modi; Rijiju calls it ‘huge honour’ for India

In a heartfelt gesture symbolizing the deep-rooted friendship between Bhutan and India, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck dedicated a stupa to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This event took place in Gelephu Mindfulness City, where 108 stupas are being raised. Union minister Kiren Rijiju represented India, conveying PM Modi's gratitude. The stupa, numbered 76, represents the strong ties shared by the two nations.

Huge honour for India, says Rijiju as Bhutan dedicates Stupa 76 to PM Modi - The Tribune

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday expressed gratitude towards Bhutan after the King of Bhutan dedicated Stupa number 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Bhutan builds 108 stupas in 9 hours, dedicates No. 76 to PM Modi

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk says gesture recognises India’s steadfast support for realisation of Gelephu Mindfulness City