PATNA, May 1: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary visited the Mahabodhi temple in Gaya Ji district on Friday and greeted people on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.
The temple in Bodh Gaya town is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the most sacred pilgrimage destination in Buddhism. The Mahabodhi temple is one of the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha, and particularly to the attainment of Enlightenment.
In a post on his X handle, Choudhary was seen worshipping and performing rituals at the temple.
A book ‘Prajna’ – a Sanskrit term for wisdom – was launched by the Bihar CM on the occasion.
Choudhary was accompanied by Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and BJP MLA Prem Kumar, who represent the region in the Lok Sabha and the state assembly, respectively.
The Bihar CM also offered prayers at the renowned Vishnupad Temple in Gaya, one of the most sacred Hindu shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Earlier in the day, Choudhary offered prayers and paid floral tributes at the statue of Lord Buddha at Buddha Smriti Park in the state capital Patna.
He greeted people on Buddha Purnima and said that following the ‘eightfold path’ of Lord Buddha can lead to a balanced and harmonious life.
“The life of Lord Buddha is an inspiration for all of us. By following his eightfold path, we can move forward toward a balanced, meaningful, and harmonious life,” Choudhary wrote on X.
He urged people to resolve to imbibe the ideals of Lord Buddha and contribute to building a peaceful, harmonious and developed Bihar. (PTI)
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