Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 16: Department of Post, Ministry of Communication and IT, Government of India, today celebrated Buddha Purnima with the release of a commemorative stamp on the Drukpa Buddhists.
The Drukpa Lineage, based in the Himalayas, is the most prominent Buddhist lineage in India. The commemorative stamp celebrating the 999 years of Drukpa Lineage was released by SK Sinha, member (HRD), Department of Post in the presence of the Gyalwang Drukpa, spiritual head of Drukpa Buddhists and Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche, spiritual regent of the lineage, at a glittering ceremony in Delhi.
Present at the stamp release function were diplomats representing various countries, Ministers, followers of the Drukpa Lineage, monks and nuns, along with Arjun Pandey, Director of Strategy and Planning of the lineage, as well as various other officials from the Department of Post. Monks and Nuns performed chanting and prayers on the occasion of Buddha Purnima and for the welfare of all sentient beings.
The Gyalwang Drukpa, spiritual head of Drukpa Buddhists said, “Drukpa Buddhists are overjoyed with the honour and recognition bestowed by the Government. And the department could not have chosen a better platform than Buddha Purnima to showcase this honour and support for the lineage. The Drukpa Lineage is predominant in the Himalayas, and we act as a buffer between India and China, protecting the sensitive border region.”
Speaking during the release of the commemorative stamp, Arjun Pandey commented, “The Drukpa Lineage has a rich and fascinating history. As they prepare for their millennium celebration in 2016, the Government recognition for their contribution to the country in general and Buddhism in particular is noteworthy and much appreciated.”
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