NEW DELHI: President Ram Nath Kovind today inaugurated the celebrations organized by International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) on the occasion of Asadha Poornima today. The IBC is celebrating Asadha Poornima, as Dharma Chakra Day. This day commemorates Buddha’s First Sermon to his first five ascetic disciples at the Deer Park, Rsipatana in the present day Sarnath near Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
On the occasion, in his video address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the day is also known as Guru Purnima and it’s a day to remember our Gurus, who gave us knowledge. Mr Modi said, the eight-fold path of Lord Buddha shows the way towards the well-being of many societies and nations. He said, It highlights the importance of compassion and kindness. He said, the teachings of Lord Buddha celebrate simplicity both in thought and action.
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The Prime Minister said, Buddhism teaches respect for people, the poor, women and respect for peace and non-violence. He said, therefore, the teachings of Buddhism are the means to a sustainable planet.
