Global Peace Prayer Festival
Bhutan's Global Peace Prayer Festival: A Historic Convergence of Buddhist Traditions and Sacred Relics
Nov 14, 2025 01:26 pm CST
The Global Peace Prayer Festival in Bhutan brought together thousands of devotees for the sacred Kalachakra empowerment ceremony, featuring the historic display of rare Buddha relics and the landmark ordination of 270 nuns in the ancient Gelongma tradition. The festival, attended by India's Prime Minister Modi, highlighted Bhutan's role as a center for Buddhist spirituality and global peace initiatives.
PM Modi Inaugurates Sacred Kalachakra Ceremony with Bhutan King: Strengthening India-Bhutan Buddhist Ties
Nov 12, 2025 04:15 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra 'wheel of time' ceremony in Bhutan alongside King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, marking a significant moment in India-Bhutan relations. The ceremony, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival, highlights the deep spiritual and cultural bonds between the two nations while bringing together Buddhist scholars and devotees from around the world.
PM Modi Inaugurates Kalachakra Empowerment Ceremony in Bhutan: Strengthening India-Bhutan Cultural and Diplomatic Ties
Nov 12, 2025 02:41 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra Empowerment ceremony in Bhutan alongside King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and former King Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The significant Buddhist ritual, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival, highlights the deep cultural connections between India and Bhutan while advancing bilateral cooperation in energy, trade, technology, and connectivity during Modi's two-day diplomatic visit.