Royal Thai Delegation Visits Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Strengthening Buddhist Ties
A 13-member Royal Thai Delegation, led by H.E. Ms. Sasirit Tangulrat, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, visited the sacred Mahabodhi Mahavihara Temple in Bodhgaya on the evening of October 10, 2025. The visit underscored the deep spiritual and cultural connections between Thailand and India, centered around shared Buddhist heritage. […]
International Holy Maha Sangha Civara Dana Ceremony Held under the Sacred Bodhi Tree, Mahabodhi Mahavihara
On the auspicious occasion of Pavarana Day, which marks the conclusion of the three-month Buddhist Rainy Retreat (Vassa) in the Theravada tradition, the International Holy Maha Sangha Civara (Robe) Dana Ceremony was held under the Sacred Bodhi Tree at the Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Bodhgaya, on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The sacred ceremony was graced by the […]
Mahabodhi temple illuminated in full moon on occasion of sharad poornima
FRI Scientists Apply Organic Neem Spray and Declare the Sacred Bodhi Tree Healthy
On the second day of the visit of the FRI scientists from Dehradun, a neem-based organic spray was applied to the branches and trunk of the Holy Bodhi Tree to prevent possible insect attacks from neighboring trees. After conducting a thorough examination, the scientists — Dr. Shailesh Pandey and Dr. Santan Bharthawal — declared that […]
Meeting of the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC)
A meeting of the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) was held on Wednesday, 24th September 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the premises of the new BTMC Office Building, under the chairmanship of Mr. Shashank Shubankar, Chairman, BTMC-cum-DM, Gaya. The agenda of the meeting included: Planning and maintenance of regular works related to the Mahabodhi Temple. […]
FRI Scientists Conduct Routine Health Check of the Sacred Bodhi Tree at Mahabodhi Temple
Scientists from the Forest Research Institute, Dehradun arrived in Bodhgaya on Wednesday the 24th September, 2025 for the Routine Check-up of the Bodhi Tree in the premises of the Mahabodhi Temple, Buddhagaya. On Thursday 25th September 2025 they visited the Mahabodhi Temple and carried out the inspection works in and around the Bodhi Tree and […]
Visit of Hon’ble Mr. Justice P. B. Bajanthri, Chief Justice, Patna High Court, to Mahabodhi Mahavihara Temple
The Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) had the honor of welcoming Hon’ble Mr. Justice P. B. Bajanthri, Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, along with His Lordship’s son, on a visit to the sacred Mahabodhi Mahavihara Temple in Bodhgaya. On arrival, Hon’ble the Chief Justice and his son were warmly received by the Dr. […]
BTMC Makes Comprehensive Arrangements for Annual Pindadana in Bodhgaya
A large number of pilgrims are arriving in Bodhgaya to perform the annual Pindadana. The Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) has made comprehensive arrangements for the smooth conduct of all religious activities related to Pindadana within the precincts of the Mahabodhi Temple. The designated area for Pindadana, on the southern side of the Temple near […]
Former Bihar CMs Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi Visit the Sacred Mahabodhi Temple
Former Chief Ministers of Bihar, Shri Lalu Prasad Yadav and Smt. Rabri Devi, accompanied by their son Shri Tejashwi Yadav and his wife, paid a reverential visit to the sacred Mahabodhi Temple on the morning of 9th September 2025. On their arrival, they were warmly received by the Chief Monk, Bhikkhu Chalinda, and the Caretaker […]
Madhu Purnima: Celebrating the Spirit of Generosity in Bodhgaya
“Madhu Purnima” is one of the holy festivals observed on the full moon day of the month of Bhadrapada, in memory of the service and support offered to Gautama Buddha by the animals of the Parileya forest in India. “Madhu Purnima” conveys the message of the greatness of generosity. During His tenth Vassavasa (the monsoon […]