Northeast Desk, 21st May: The tranquil ambiance of Venuban Buddha Vihara in Kunjaban, Agartala, will come alive with the forthcoming celebrations marking the 2,568th Buddha Jayanti Utsav and Vaishakhi Buddha Purnima, scheduled from May 22 to May 23.
Organized by the Buddha Jayanti Celebration Committee, this two-day extravaganza promises a momentous occasion for the Buddhist community and attendees alike. The ceremonial inauguration, slated for May 22 at 4:30 p.m., will witness the esteemed presence of Tripura Governor, Nallu Indrasena Reddy, who will ceremonially light the auspicious lamp.
Governor Reddy will grace the event as the chief guest for the inaugural proceedings, joined by esteemed dignitaries including Ven Dr. Dhammapiya, Founder and Chancellor of Dhamma Dipa International Buddhist University in Sabroom, and Professor Ganga Prasad Prasain, Vice Chancellor of Tripura University.
Presiding over the inaugural ceremony will be Ven Khemachara, the Secretary of Venuban Buddha Vihara, who emphasized the profound significance of the full moon day of Vaisakh, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana of Shakyamuni Buddha.
An open invitation has been extended to all to partake in the festivities, highlighting the inclusive nature of the event. A notable highlight of the celebration will be a mega sit and draw competition, specially curated to engage children in exploring the life and teachings of Lord Buddha.
Scheduled for May 22, the competition will cater to three age groups – 7 years, 7-10 years, and 10-14 years. Participants will be tasked with portraying various aspects of Buddha’s life, focusing on his birth and enlightenment, thereby fostering a deeper understanding of Buddhist teachings among the younger generation.
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