Odisha Delegation Explores Buddhist Collaboration at Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhgaya

A four-member delegation from Odisha, led by Shri Balwant Singh (IAS), Secretary Tourism, and Shri Vijay Ketan Upadhyay (IAS), Secretary Cultural, Government of Odisha, visited the sacred Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya on the evening of August 3, 2025. The delegation was warmly welcomed with traditional khada by Dr. Mahasweta Maharathi, Secretary of the Bodhgaya Temple […]
Sri Sanjay Kumar, Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC), Election Commission of India (ECI), visited the sacred Mahabodhi Temple

Sri Sanjay Kumar, Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC), Election Commission of India (ECI), visited the sacred Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Bodhgaya today. Upon his arrival, he was warmly welcomed with a traditional khada by Sri Shashank Shubhankar, District Magistrate and Chairman of the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC), Dr. Mahasweta Maharathi, Secretary, […]
Tree Plantation Drive by Secretary and BTMC Monks at Meditation ParkBodhgaya

In a collective effort to promote environmental sustainability and enrich the sacred atmosphere of the Mahabodhi Mahavihara Temple complex, a tree plantation drive was organized today at the Meditation Park, Bodhgaya.The initiative witnessed active participation from all Venerable Monks, Employees, Members, and the Member Secretary of the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC), who together planted […]
Hon’ble CM of Bihar Shri Nitish Kumar Inaugurates Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum and Memorial Stupa at Vaishali

Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum-cum-Memorial Stupa at Vaishali, Building and Construction Dept. of the Govt. of Bihar Inauguration Ceremony on 29th July 2025
Letters of Appreciation Presented to Venerable Monastics for Their Gracious Presence at Vaishali Buddha Memorial Inauguration

Handing over the Letter of Appreciation to all the Venerable Bhikkhus, Lamas and Nuns with heartfelt thanks for the kind coordination, cooperation and gracious presence at the Inauguration Ceremony of the Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum-cum-Memorial Stupa at Vaishali on Tuesday the 29th July, 2025 – by Dr. Mahashweta Maharathi, Secretary, Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee and […]
Sri Lankan Youth Political Delegation Visits Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Strengthening India–Sri Lanka Ties

A 25-member delegation of young political leaders from Sri Lanka, led by Mrs. Navya Singla, IFS, Second Secretary, High Commission of India, Colombo, visited the sacred Mahabodhi Mahavihara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the evening of July 20, 2025. The delegation was warmly welcomed with traditional Khada scarves by Dr. Mahasweta Maharathi, Secretary of […]
Royal Thai Government Delegation Visits Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Strengthening Spiritual Ties

A distinguished 10-member Royal Thai Government delegation, led by Mrs. Yupha Taweewattanakitborwon, Permanent Secretary of the Office of the Prime Minister, visited the sacred Mahabodhi Mahavihara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, today. The delegation was warmly welcomed with traditional Khada scarves by Dr. Mahasweta Maharathi, Secretary of the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC), Bhikkhu Chalinda, […]
Āṣāḍhī Pūrṇimā Observed with Devotion at Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhgaya

Bodhgaya, 10 July 2025 — Āṣāḍhī Pūrṇimā, a day of immense spiritual significance in the Buddhist tradition, was observed with reverence and devotion at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple. The occasion commemorates two pivotal events in the life of Lord Buddha: the delivering of his first sermon—the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta—at the Deer Park in Sarnath, and the […]
Norwegian Ambassador to India Visits the Sacred Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya

Her Excellency Ms. May-Elin Stener, Ambassador of Norway to India, visited Bodhgaya on Tuesday, 8th July 2025, as part of her official visit to Bihar from 7th to 9th July 2025. She was accompanied by her spouse, Mr. Espen Aasen, and Senior Advisor, Ms. Undis V. Singh. Upon arrival at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple, Her […]
Thai Devotees Begin 3-Month Rainy Retreat Under Sacred Bodhi Tree at Bodhgaya

More than 40 devotees from Thailand including officials get ordination under sacred Bodhi tree At Mahabodhi temple at Bodhgaya on Tuesday for upcoming occasion of 3 month long Varsa vaas Rainy retreat.They offer special prayers under sacred Bodhi tree nd live for 3 month at Bodhgaya during rainy retreat