Royal Bhutan Buddhist Temple Inaugurated in Rajgir, Bihar
In a ceremony marked by traditional Buddhist rituals, the Royal Bhutan Buddhist Temple was formally inaugurated in Rajgir, Bihar, on September 4, 2025. This significant cultural and spiritual event was led by Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and India’s Union Minister for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, along with officials and religious leaders from both countries. The temple symbolizes the deep-rooted spiritual bond between India and Bhutan and reinforces Rajgir’s status as a sacred Buddhist destination.
Rajgir, nestled in Bihar’s Nalanda district, holds immense spiritual and historical importance in Buddhism. It was here that Lord Buddha spent several years meditating, delivering sermons, and building a monastic community. Rajgir is also closely associated with the First Buddhist Council, which was held shortly after the Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana.
The inauguration of the Royal Bhutan Buddhist Temple in such a location,
Speaking at the inauguration, PM Tshering Tobgay emphasized the temple’s role in strengthening India-Bhutan relations. He remarked that the temple stands as a testament to shared Buddhist values and mutual respect between the two nations.
Key aspects of the event,
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju praised the enduring friendship between India and Bhutan, particularly in preserving Buddhist heritage and promoting peace and harmony.
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