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India Gazette
13-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Bihar: Monks light candles near India's largest reclining statue of Lord Buddha
Gaya (Bihar) [India], May 13 (ANI): On the occasion of Buddha Purnima on Monday, Buddhist monks gathered near the Sleeping Buddha statue on the banks of river Niranjana in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, and lit candles to pray for peace in India and around the world. Dozens of monks participated in the candlelight prayer held late in the evening to mark Lord Buddha's 2069th birth anniversary. The ceremony was led by Bhante Arya Pal, the Founder Secretary of the Buddha International Welfare Mission. Speaking on the occasion, Bhante Aryapal said, 'Today is Vaishakh Purnima. It is a very special day because Lord Buddha was born on this day. At the age of 25, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, and later, at the age of 80, he passed away in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. All these important events happened on Vaishakh Purnima.' He added, 'That is why this day holds great importance for all followers of Lord Buddha around the world; for people who know and respect Buddha truly honour him from the heart.' Buddha Purnima (also known as Vesak), which was celebrated on May 12 this year, marks Gautama Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana (death). Earlier on May 12, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended wishes on the occasion of Buddha Purnima and said that Lord Buddha's life will always inspire the world community towards 'compassion and peace.' 'Best wishes to all countrymen on Buddha Purnima. Lord Buddha's messages, based on the principles of truth, equality and harmony, have been a guide for humanity. His life dedicated to sacrifice and penance will always inspire the world community towards compassion and peace,' PM Modi posted on X. President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her heartfelt greetings to the people of India and to followers of Lord Buddha worldwide. 'On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens and the followers of Lord Buddha worldwide. The immortal message of non-violence, love and kindness given by Bhagwan Buddha, the embodiment of compassion, is the basic mantra for the welfare of mankind. His ideals strengthen our faith in eternal values of equality, harmony and social justice. His teachings inspire us to live a life based on morality,' President Murmu said. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Adopt teachings of Lord Buddha: Himachal Sukhu
Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu participated in a programme organised on the occasion of Buddha Purnima at Sambhota Tibetan School in Shimla on Monday. Extending his greetings on the occasion of Vaishakh Purnima and Lord Buddha's birth anniversary, the CM appealed all to imbibe the teachings of Lord Buddha in their lives to make a vibrant society. He said, 'Lord Buddha gave us the mantra 'Appa Deepo Bhava', which means 'Be your own light'. This was the essence of self-reliance and continues to guide us in our journey towards building a self-reliant India.' He said that Lord Buddha's teachings are as relevant today as they were in ancient times. 'In an age marked by violence, intolerance and distrust, Buddha's message offers a path of peace, compassion and tolerance. These were not mere teachings but a way of life,' he said
Time of India
12-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Series of religious rituals mark Buddha Purnima in Varanasi
1 2 3 4 5 6 Varanasi: Buddha Purnima was celebrated with a series of religious events organised in the city on Monday. Sarnath , the place where Buddha preached his first sermons, witnessed a series of programmes while several devotees thronged the ghats of the Ganga for holy dip since early morning hours on Monday. After the holy bath, they performed many religious rituals at the ghat and visited temples to offer auspicious occasion is observed on the full moon night of the Vaisakha month to celebrate the birth of Gautam Buddha . the day holds significance as on this day he also attained enlightenment, and nirvana. Buddhists visited the Mulagandha Kuty Vihar in Sarnath to offer prayers. A day-long celebration, including special prayers, yatras, and other events, was held in the city. Students from various schools carried out a 'dhamm chetana yatra' in Sarnath in the morning. Later, in the evening, Dhamek Stupa was beautifully illuminated. The religious activities, such as the administration of Ashtangsheel and offerings to Buddha, were organised by the Maha Bodhi Society of India at Mulagandha Kuty Vihara. In the evening, the Mulagandha Kuty Vihara and Bodhi Tree Complex were illuminated with a special prayer was organised at Mulagandha Kuty Vihar on the eve of Vaishakh Purnima on Sunday. Led by Bhikkhu Silavansa and Bhikkhu Chandima, Buddhist monks recited the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta for world peace in front of the statue of Lord Buddha. After the prayers, the monks lit lamps at the temple entrance. The entire temple premises were adorned with colourful lights and flags.
India Gazette
12-05-2025
- General
- India Gazette
Devotees take holy dip at Sangam on auspicious Vaishakh Purnima
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): On Vaishakh Purnima 2025, devotees took a holy dip and offered prayers at Prayagraj's Sangam. In Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, people also bathed in the Ganga River to celebrate the occasion. 'I've come here from Lucknow for the Ganga snan. I make sure to take a holy dip in the Ganga every Vaishakh Purnima. After the snan, I did whatever charity I could at my end,' said Karunesh Pandey, one of the devotees at Prayagraj. 'Since today is Vaishakh Purnima, we have come to Prayagraj to take a sacred dip in the holy waters,' said a woman devotee. 'I am in Prayagraj today, and I believe that taking a dip in the holy Sangam brings blessings, fulfilling all your wishes, especially on Kartik Purnima. This is a land where good people come to do charity. My family and I took a dip, did charity, and received blessings from the panditji. We also performed a pooja. I feel so blessed and happy that I came here today,' said Poonam Goswami, a woman devotee from Uttar Pradesh. 'Yes, today I came to Sangam, and since today is Purnima, we came here to take a dip to mark the occasion. Now, I will be heading to the Hanuman Mandir,' stated Jaswani Singh, a male devotee at Sangam. 'Today is a very special day--the last day of Vaishakh. Taking a dip in the Ganga today is believed to give the full benefit of bathing the whole month. Even a small donation made today brings blessings. It feels good to do something with faith,' said Gopal, who took a holy dip at the Sangam. Devotees believe that this sacred bath ensures peace in their lives and brings continued blessings from God. The significance of bathing in the Ganges on Vaishakh Purnima has attracted thousands of people to Prayagraj and Haridwar, where they also participate in charitable acts, pujas, and other rituals. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Vaishakh Purnima: Devotees take holy dip at Prayagraj's Sangam
Prayagraj: On Vaishakh Purnima 2025, devotees took a holy dip and offered prayers at Prayagraj's Sangam. In Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, people also bathed in the Ganga River to celebrate the occasion. "I've come here from Lucknow for the Ganga snan. I make sure to take a holy dip in the Ganga every Vaishakh Purnima. After the snan, I did whatever charity I could at my end," said Karunesh Pandey, one of the devotees at Prayagraj. "Since today is Vaishakh Purnima, we have come to Prayagraj to take a sacred dip in the holy waters," said a woman devotee. "I am in Prayagraj today, and I believe that taking a dip in the holy Sangam brings blessings, fulfilling all your wishes, especially on Kartik Purnima. This is a land where good people come to do charity. My family and I took a dip, did charity, and received blessings from the panditji. We also performed a pooja. I feel so blessed and happy that I came here today," said Poonam Goswami, a woman devotee from Uttar Pradesh. "Yes, today I came to Sangam, and since today is Purnima, we came here to take a dip to mark the occasion. Now, I will be heading to the Hanuman Mandir," stated Jaswani Singh, a male devotee at Sangam. "Today is a very special day--the last day of Vaishakh. Taking a dip in the Ganga today is believed to give the full benefit of bathing the whole month. Even a small donation made today brings blessings. It feels good to do something with faith," said Gopal, who took a holy dip at the Sangam. Devotees believe that this sacred bath ensures peace in their lives and brings continued blessings from God. The significance of bathing in the Ganges on Vaishakh Purnima has attracted thousands of people to Prayagraj and Haridwar, where they also participate in charitable acts, pujas, and other rituals.
