BODHGAYA, Dec 2: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein attended the 20th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony at Bodhgaya, the sacred land of enlightenment. Standing beneath the revered Bodhi Tree, where the Compassionate One attained supreme awakening in presence of Union Minister for Culture & Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Venerable Sanghas, Monks, Nuns and delegates from more than 22 countries and also witnessed the unified chanting of the Tipitaka. 
He stated that the collective recitation served as a powerful reminder of the Buddha’s universal message of compassion, peace and harmony and described the experience as a profound spiritual blessing.
He said that this chanting of Tipitaka will not only spread Lord Buddha’s teaching of love and compassion but will also foster peace, unity and harmony across a global community fulfilling the spirit of ‘Vasudeva Qutumbakam’ – ‘one earth, one family, one future’ as envisaged by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.
Quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mein said, “Buddhism is India’s gift to the world”, and we rekindle that torch here today as the event continues to embody India’s commitment to preserving and promoting its timeless Buddhist heritage before the world.
Mein also conveyed his sincere thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for recognising Pali as a Classical Language, and for the repatriation of sacred Buddha relics to India from Thailand, Mongolia and Bhutan, which he said has strengthened spiritual bonds and reinforced India’s cultural diplomacy rooted in its Buddhist legacy.
He highlighted Arunachal Pradesh as the Himalayan Cusp of Dhamma, where both Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism continue to flourish. Recalling the State’s rich Buddhist heritage from the ancient monasteries of Tawang to the Golden Pagoda in Namsai and the majestic 180-foot Buddha statue at Dhamma Hill, he noted that Arunachal Pradesh remains deeply committed to preserving and promoting the teachings of the Buddha with devotion and vibrancy.
Mein expressed profound gratitude to the International Tipitaka Chanting Council of India(ITCC), International Buddhist Confederation(IBC), Life of Buddhadharma Foundation International(LBDFI), the Mahabodhi Society and all partner organisations for successfully organising this global spiritual congregation.
He appreciated the delegation from Arunachal Pradesh especially the Tai Khamti community for presenting the Maha Sangha Dana to monastic delegates from across the world, honouring them with traditional Tai Khamti delicacies.
He said that the enduring echoes of the Tipitaka will continue to guide humanity towards peace, and that the compassion of the Buddha will inspire unity across borders.

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