Bodhgaya Temple

The Hydro-Cleaning work at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple

The hydro-cleaning work at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple (Mahabodhi Mahavihara), a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, was initiated by the volunteer group “Chobtham” from Thailand on 17 February 2026. The commencement was marked by a spiritually uplifting ceremony featuring solemn prayers and blessings from revered monks. The initiative is being carried out […]

The Bodhgaya Temple Advisory Board (BTAB) Meeting

The Bodhgaya Temple Advisory Board (BTAB) Meeting was convened on Monday, 23rd February 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the ITC WelcomHotel, Bodhgaya. Her Excellency the High Commissioner for Sri Lanka to India, Ms. Mahishini Colonnee, was nominated to preside over the meeting. Her gracious presence added solemn dignity to the proceedings, reflecting the deep spiritual […]

Hydro-Cleaning Work at Mahabodhi Temple Initiated by Chobtham (Thailand)

The arection of bamboo scaffolding work for the hydro-cleaning work of the sacred Mahabodhi Temple commenced on 17 February 2026 with solemn prayers and blessings offered by revered monks in a spiritually uplifting ceremony. Dr. Mahashweta Maharathi, Secretary, Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC); Dr. Arvind Kumar Singh, Member, BTMC;Venerable Bhikkhu Chalinda, Chief Monk of the […]

Mahabodhi Temple Welcomes the New Year with Prayers, Peace Bell, and Global Devotion

At the stroke of midnight on 31st December 2025, the Mahabodhi Temple reverberated with heartfelt prayers and the ceremonial ringing of the peace bell by monks and devotees, invoking harmony and wellbeing for the entire world as the New Year dawned. With the first light of morning, long queues of lamas and devotees holding flowers […]

New Year Greetings from Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Bodhgaya

New Year’s Message On this sacred land of Bodhgaya, the blessed seat of the Buddha’s supreme Enlightenment, we extend our warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes for a peaceful and prosperous New Year. From Mahabodhi Mahavihara, a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Buddha’s timeless message of peace, compassion, loving-kindness, and selfless service has continued to […]