Holy Relics of Lord Buddha return to Sarnath after exposition in Vietnam
The Holy Relics of Lord Buddha arrived at Mulagandha Kuti Vihar in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, on 4 June 2025 after a month-long exposition in Vietnam.
Summary
The Holy Relics of Lord Buddha arrived at Mulagandha Kuti Vihar in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, on 4 June 2025 in a ceremonial procession, after a month-long exposition in Vietnam. The relics were taken from the National Museum, New Delhi, in a Presidential cavalcade to Delhi airport, flown to Varanasi and received by the Varanasi district administration, with the UP Police presenting a guard of honour. The Ministry of Culture said the return to Sarnath, closely associated with the Buddha's first sermon, deepened ties within the global Buddhist community.
Key facts
- Date
- 4 Jun 2025
- Destination
- Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh
- Previous exposition
- Vietnam, about a month
- Route
- National Museum, New Delhi to Varanasi by air
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Where did the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha arrive on 4 June 2025 after their exposition in Vietnam?
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Correct answer: C — Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Sarnath
The relics arrived at Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Sarnath, a site closely associated with the Buddha's first sermon.