**Lucknow: Buddhist Community Thanks PM for Lord Buddha’s Relic Exhibition in Russia**
The Buddhist community in Uttar Pradesh has expressed deep gratitude to the Prime Minister for arranging the exhibition of Lord Buddha’s sacred Piprahwa (Kapilvastu) relics in Kalmykia, Russia.
The exhibition, set to begin this week, will be led by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, who is scheduled to depart for Russia on September 23.
On Monday, a large number of Buddhist monks gathered at the Deputy CM’s camp office in Lucknow to convey their thanks. They praised the decision to share these precious relics with the global Buddhist community, calling it a matter of great pride for India. The monks also offered their blessings to Deputy CM Maurya, wishing him success for the upcoming international cultural and spiritual programme.
Community leaders highlighted that the exhibition will not only strengthen India’s diplomatic ties with Russia but will also reinforce Buddha’s universal message of peace, compassion, and coexistence. They emphasized that the Piprahwa relics symbolize a rich heritage, linking India with Buddhist followers across the world.
Responding to the appreciation, Deputy CM Maurya expressed his gratitude for the blessings received. He reiterated that India, as the birthplace of Buddhism, holds a significant responsibility to protect and share this invaluable legacy with the global community.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/up-buddhist-community-thanks-pm-modi-for-sending-buddha-relics-to-russia
