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HM Amit Shah Attends Buddha Relics Exposition in Leh

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Leh on Thursday to attend the first international exposition of Lord Buddha's holy relics. He was received by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena at the airport. During his two-day visit, Shah will pay respect to the relics on Buddha Purnima and lay the foundation stone for a dairy plant in Kargil. The sacred Piprahwa relics were brought to Leh in a special IAF aircraft by Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and Khenpo Thinlas Chosal.

Key Points: Amit Shah in Leh for Buddha Relics Expo

  • Amit Shah arrives in Leh for Buddha relics exposition
  • Will pay respects on Buddha Purnima
  • Foundation stone for dairy plant in Kargil
  • Sacred Piprahwa relics brought by special IAF aircraft
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HM Amit Shah arrives in Leh, to attend int'l exposition of Lord Buddha's relics

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Leh to attend the first international exposition of Lord Buddha's holy relics on Buddha Purnima.

"It is a moment of profound good fortune for me to be attending on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the first ever international exposition of the holy relics of Lord Buddha - Amit Shah"

Srinagar, April 30

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Leh on Thursday to attend the first ever international exposition of Lord Buddha's holy relics.

The Union Home Minister was received at the Leh airport by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena and accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport.

Senior officials of the police and civil administration were also present on Union Minister Shah's arrival.

During his two-day visit, Union Minister Shah will pay respect to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha on Buddha Purnima, which is celebrated on Friday.

He will also lay the foundation stone for a 10 TLPD (thousand litres per day) capacity dairy plant in Kargil and attend other dairy-related programmes.

In an X post on Wednesday, Union Minister Shah said it was a moment of profound good fortune for him.

"It is a moment of profound good fortune for me to be attending on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the first ever international exposition of the holy relics of Lord Buddha, commencing on May 1," he added.

"In this exposition, devotees from different parts of the world will offer veneration to the relics of Lord Buddha," the Union Minister said.

The sacred Piprahwa relics of Buddha were brought to Leh in a special Indian Air Force aircraft on Wednesday by Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and Khenpo Thinlas Chosal of Matho Monastery.

The sacred relics were accorded a ceremonial reception on arrival, with people pouring out of their homes and gathering along the roads to pay homage.

The exposition to be held in the first two weeks of May marks the beginning of a rare and significant spiritual occasion in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

Before Union Minister Shah's arrival in Ladakh, L-G Saxena announced five more districts for the Union Territory.

The L-G also posted Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police so that the new administrative units start functioning immediately.

- IANS

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Sneha F
It's heartening to see such a grand welcome for the sacred relics. People lining up on the streets shows the deep reverence we have for Lord Buddha. Hope this exposition brings peace and positivity to Ladakh and beyond. Happy Buddha Purnima to all! 🕊️
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Vikram M
Amit Shah ji's visit to Leh for the relics exposition is a good step, but I hope the government also focuses on improving basic infrastructure in Ladakh like roads and healthcare. Spiritual tourism is great, but local people need tangible benefits too.
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Priya S
This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for devotees. Having the Piprahwa relics in Leh, especially during Buddha Purnima, is deeply meaningful. Also, the announcement of five new districts is a practical move for better governance in such a vast region. 🌸
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Rohit P
I'm happy to see the focus on Buddhist heritage in Ladakh, but I hope the government doesn't just use this for political mileage. The relics should be venerated with genuine devotion, not just as a photo opportunity. Let's keep politics out of such sacred events.
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Kavya N
The fact that an IAF aircraft was used to bring the relics shows the respect our government has for our spiritual heritage. Ladakh is truly a jewel of India. The dairy plant in Kargil will help self-reliance too. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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