Bhutan King Dedicates Sacred Stupa 76 to PM Modi

Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck has dedicated sacred Stupa number 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a gesture highlighting the close friendship and cultural ties between India and Bhutan. Union Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju described the dedication as a huge honour for India and expressed gratitude to the Bhutanese King.

Rijiju attended the ceremony for the consecration of 108 stupas at Gelephu Mindfulness City in Bhutan. He conveyed his appreciation on behalf of Prime Minister Modi, describing the dedication as a significant gesture of friendship between the two neighbouring countries.

Bhutan King Dedicates Stupa 76 to Prime Minister Modi

The dedication of Stupa number 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi was part of a ceremony marking the consecration of 108 stupas at Gelephu Mindfulness City.

Rijiju expressed gratitude to Bhutan for the gesture, saying it reflected the enduring relationship between the two countries. He conveyed thanks on behalf of Modi and described the recognition as a matter of honour for India.

The ceremony also highlighted the importance of spiritual and cultural connections in strengthening bilateral relations. India’s relationship with Bhutan has long been supported by close people-to-people ties, shared traditions and cooperation across several areas.

Kiren Rijiju Attends Consecration of 108 Stupas

Rijiju attended the consecration ceremony in Gelephu Mindfulness City, where 108 stupas were dedicated as part of the religious observance.

His participation represented India’s appreciation for Bhutan’s gesture and reflected the importance both countries place on their cultural and spiritual relationship.

The consecration brought attention to Bhutan’s Buddhist heritage and the role of sacred monuments in preserving its religious traditions.

Lhabab Duchen Highlights Bhutan’s Buddhist Heritage

The ceremony coincided with Lhabab Duchen, an important day in the Buddhist calendar associated with the return of Gautama Buddha to Earth from the celestial realm.

The occasion carries religious significance for Buddhist communities and is marked through prayers, religious ceremonies and acts of spiritual devotion. The consecration of the 108 stupas formed part of the observances, reflecting Bhutan’s commitment to preserving its Buddhist traditions.

India-Bhutan Friendship Reflected in Sacred Dedication

The dedication of Stupa 76 to Prime Minister Modi has added a symbolic dimension to the longstanding relationship between India and Bhutan. Rijiju’s participation and message of gratitude underscored India’s appreciation for the gesture.

Beyond its religious significance, the ceremony highlighted the cultural connections that continue to shape ties between the neighbouring countries. The event at Gelephu Mindfulness City served as a reminder of the role of shared spiritual traditions and mutual respect in maintaining the India-Bhutan friendship.