NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju left for Bhutan to guide the “Delegation for the Return of Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha,” which had been taken to the Himalayan nation for public exhibition. In a put up onThe relics, enshrined on the Nationwide Museum in New Delhi, had been despatched to Bhutan for exhibition from November 8 to 18, highlighting the deep non secular and cultural ties between the 2 neighbours. The Indian delegation accompanying them was led by Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar, together with senior Buddhist monks and officers.
The relics had been obtained at Paro Worldwide Airport in a solemn ceremony attended by Bhutan’s House Minister Tshering, Tshokki Lopen of the Central Monastic Physique, Paro Mayor Norbu Wangchuk, Indian Ambassador Sandeep Arya, and different senior officers and monks. The Royal Queen Mom Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck and Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck additionally supplied their respects.Talking on the occasion, Virendra Kumar mentioned he was honored to guide the Indian delegation. “This exposition strengthens the cultural and non secular ties between India and Bhutan, reinforcing the shared heritage of peace and compassion impressed by Lord Buddha,” he mentioned.Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay thanked the Authorities of India for bringing the relics to Bhutan. He additionally appreciated the efforts of India’s Ministry of Tradition and the Worldwide Buddhist Confederation, calling the exposition “a big milestone in Bhutan-India relations.” He additional conveyed his appreciation to PM Modi for facilitating the sacred go to.Earlier, on November 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Bhutan’s management and folks for the nice and cozy reception given to the relics throughout their show. On,The occasion follows the return of the Piprahwa Jewel Relics to India, which PM Modi described as a second of nationwide delight. PM Modi, who accomplished his State go to to Bhutan from November 11 to 12, traveled as a part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the shut partnership and custom of high-level exchanges between the 2 neighbours.