Dalai Lama Prays at Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar

On Saturday, the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, participated in prayers at the Mahabodhi temple in Bodh Gaya. Notably, he opted for a battery-driven car for his commute from the Tibetan monastery where he is currently residing to the Mahabodhi temple, a distinguished UNESCO World Heritage site.

Dalai Lama’s Eco-Friendly Visit to Mahabodhi Temple, Emphasizing Spiritual Dedication and Environmental Consciousness

The Mahabodhi temple holds historical significance as the place where Buddha is believed to have attained enlightenment over 2,000 years ago. The Dalai Lama’s visit and use of eco-friendly transportation underscore his commitment to spiritual practices and environmental consciousness.

Greeted by a multitude of Buddhist monks and devotees along the way, the Nobel laureate Dalai Lama, upon reaching the Mahabodhi temple, was ceremoniously escorted to the sanctum sanctorum by the attending priests.

HHDL's pilgrimage to the Mahabodhi Temple, located at the site where Buddha attained enlightenment, in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India on December 16, 2023. pic.twitter.com/1TBg5dqStg

— Dalai Lama (@DalaiLama) December 16, 2023

Amidst heightened security, the Dalai Lama arrived in Bodh Gaya on Friday. Travelling from the airport to Bodh Gaya under tight security, a substantial crowd gathered along the route to catch a glimpse of the spiritual leader as he made his way to the Tibetan monastery.

Dalai Lama to Inaugurate International Sangha Forum 2023 in Bodh Gaya with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Expected

As per information from the district administration, the Dalai Lama is scheduled to inaugurate the three-day International Sangha Forum 2023, taking place from December 20 to 22 at the International Convention Center Bodh Gaya. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to attend the function on December 20.

Additionally, on December 23, the Tibetan spiritual leader will partake in a World Peace Prayer Session in the morning, engaging with delegates at the International Sangha Forum and the public at the Mahabodhi Stupa. Subsequently, he will offer teachings at the Kalachakra Teaching Ground from December 29 to 31.

On January 1, 2024, the Dalai Lama is scheduled to attend a Long Life Prayer offered to him in the morning at the Kalachakra Teaching Ground.