New Delhi, July 30 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today welcomed the return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha to India after 127 years, describing it as a moment of pride and joy for the nation’s cultural heritage.
Sharing his thoughts on the social media platform X, Modi said, “A joyous day for our cultural heritage! It would make every Indian proud that the sacred Piprahwa relics of Bhagwan Buddha have come home after 127 long years. These sacred relics highlight India’s close association with Bhagwan Buddha and his noble teachings. It also illustrates our commitment to preserving and protecting different aspects of our glorious culture.”
He recalled that the Piprahwa relics were discovered in 1898 but were taken out of India during the colonial period. “When they appeared in an international auction earlier this year, we worked to ensure they returned home. I appreciate all those who have been involved in this effort,” the Prime Minister added.
