President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended best wishes on Buddha Purnima, highlighting Buddha’s messages of compassion, non-violence, peace, and knowledge that guide humanity. President Murmu conveyed her greetings to citizens and followers of Bhagwan Buddha worldwide, emphasizing the significance of Buddha’s teachings in promoting peace and harmony amidst today’s challenges. PM Modi also expressed his strong commitment to realizing Lord Buddha’s ideals, aiming to deepen joy and togetherness in society through his thoughts.
Buddha Purnima, a revered festival in Buddhism, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Lord Buddha, symbolizing the triumph of his teachings on peace and enlightenment. Celebrated on the full moon day of the Vaisakha month in the Hindu calendar, this day holds spiritual importance for Buddhists globally. It marks Siddhartha Gautama’s birth in Lumbini, enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, and his Parinirvana in Kushinagar at the age of 80.
Reflecting on the teachings of Lord Buddha, Buddhists observe Buddha Purnima by contemplating the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, embracing his message of peace, compassion, and the end of suffering. This day serves as a reminder of Buddha’s eternal messages that inspire individuals to contribute to a peaceful and just society, following the path of tolerance and mutual harmony as advocated by Bhagwan Buddha.
