Bhutan Hosts India's Sacred Buddha Relics in Reverent Celebration

On November 9, 2025, India's sacred relics of Lord Buddha were received with solemn ceremony in Bhutan, marking a significant milestone in the two nations' shared spiritual heritage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Bhutanese people and leadership for the reverent welcome accorded to the relics, which symbolize the timeless message of peace, compassion, and harmony.

The relics, enshrined at the National Museum in New Delhi, were sent to Bhutan for public display from November 8 to 18. This exhibition is part of India's ongoing efforts to share its Buddhist legacy with the world, following similar events held in Mongolia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Russia's Kalmykia region.

During the 10-day display in Bhutan, the International Buddhist Confederation will organize three thematic exhibitions to enrich the spiritual experience. These include tracing the life and sacred sites of Guru Padmasambhava, exploring the excavation and significance of Buddha relics, and journeying through the path to enlightenment.

The reverent welcome and the upcoming state visit of PM Modi to Bhutan from November 11-12 further strengthen the special friendship and cooperation between the two countries, continuing the tradition of regular high-level exchanges. This sacred exposition stands as a symbol of the deep-rooted spiritual and cultural bonds between India and Bhutan, reaffirming their shared commitment to the eternal teachings of Lord Buddha.