Bihar: Devotees from across world gather in Bodh Gaya for Buddha Purnima celebrations - The Indian Awaaz

Buddha Purnima: Honouring the Life, Teachings, and Legacy of the Buddha Across the World

Kathmandu — Buddha Purnima, the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Siddhartha Gautama—the Buddha. Celebrated by millions across countries such as India, Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and South Korea, the day unites diverse cultures in reflection on peace, wisdom, and compassion. Buddhism originated in South Asia, with the Buddha born in Lumbini, near Kapilvastu in present-day Ne…

Bihar: Devotees from across world gather in Bodh Gaya for Buddha Purnima celebrations - The Indian Awaaz

In Bihar, a special event is being held at the Mahabodhi Temple premises in Bodhgaya, the international Buddhist pilgrimage and heritage site. Our correspondent reports that devotees from India and abroad have arrived here on the occasion of Buddha Purnima to offer prayers. On the occasion of Buddha Jayanti, devotees from several countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar, have reached Bodh Gaya, the land of enlightenment of Lord Buddha…