The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, marked a momentous occasion as they celebrated the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony of the India International Centre for Buddhist Culture and Heritage (IICBCH) at Lumbini in Nepal on Sunday.
The foundation stone for the esteemed project was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the then Prime Minister of Nepal, Sher Bahadur Deuba, on May 16, 2022, at the site of the IICBCH.
The event saw the participation of 250 distinguished guests, including 150 revered Monks and 100 devoted laypersons.
The ceremony commenced with serene chanting by various sects, followed by the sacred Bhoomi Pujan conducted by the respected SG, emphasizing the significance of the noble endeavor.
Distinguished speakers, including Ven Dr Dhammapiaya, Ven Maitya Bhante, Sh Sidhicharan Bhattarai (VC LDT), and Sh Karan Bansal (First Secy Indian Embassy in Kathmandu Nepal), delivered inspiring talks during the event.
The establishment of the IICBCH aims to promote the teachings of Lord Buddha and enrich the spiritual journey of pilgrims worldwide, making it a crucial hub for Dhamma-related activities in the Lumbini Monastic Zone. Furthermore, it aligns with Nepal’s commitment to achieve Net Zero Greenhouse Emissions by 2045, with sustainability at its core, drawing inspiration from Buddha Dhamma’s ecological mindfulness and interconnectedness.