Ashadha Purnima (Dhammachakra Pravartana Divas) observed at Sarnath
On 10 July 2025 at Sarnath, the International Buddhist Confederation with the Ministry of Culture and the Mahabodhi Society of India celebrated Ashadha Purnima, which marks the Buddha's first sermon.
Summary
The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), with the Ministry of Culture and the Mahabodhi Society of India, celebrated Ashadha Purnima at the Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Sarnath, on 10 July 2025. The day marks Dhammachakra Pravartana Divas, when the Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath, and also the start of Varsha Vassa, the monastic rains retreat. The programme began with a parikrama around the Dhamek Stupa.
Key facts
- Event
- Ashadha Purnima — Dhammachakra Pravartana Divas
- Venue
- Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Sarnath, 10 July 2025
- Organisers
- IBC, Ministry of Culture, Mahabodhi Society of India
- Also marks
- Start of Varsha Vassa (rains retreat)
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Ashadha Purnima, celebrated by the IBC at Sarnath on 10 July 2025, marks which event?
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Correct answer: C — Dhammachakra Pravartana — Buddha's first sermon
Ministry of Culture: Ashadha Purnima marks the Dhammachakra Pravartana Divas, when Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath.