"Through this event, we can really help spread the essence of Buddha Dharma to the world," Rinpoche said on the second day of the Global Buddhist Summit being held in New Delhi.
Union Minister of State for Culture Arjun Ram Meghwal has said that the problems of lack of peace in some parts of the world can be tackled by the teachings and principles enunciated by Lord Buddha
International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) Director-General Abhijit Halder on Friday said Buddha's teaching very relevant in today's world when "nature is playing havoc with mankind".
South Korea and India have a special bonding through Buddhism which needs to be explored further, an expert has said, noting that 'Gaya Buddhism' came directly to Korea from India
He asserted that India has every right to be the centre for the congregation of all the Buddhists as it has been following the principle of non-violence and shown the path of peace to the world rather than the war which some countries have been adopting to invade another country.
Tibetan religious leader Dalai Lama on Friday called for a focus on wisdom and compassion as he highlighted the situation in Tibet by giving his own example and stressed upon looking at the current situation from a broader perspective.
Buddhism and India have shared a long-standing relationship since its very beginning starting 5th century BCE. With a long and complex history in India, the religion has had a significant impact on Indian culture and society.
Addressing the press conference, Atishi said, "Ever since the Kejriwal government came to power, education has always been the priority of our government. Every year, we work to ensure that the majority of the budgetary allocations are towards the education sector."
The Global Buddhist Summit is being held at a time when India is celebrating 75 years of her independence when India is celebrating the 'Amrit Mahotsav'.
PM Modi said, "Buddha is an understanding beyond the person, Buddha is a thought beyond the form, Buddha is a consciousness beyond the image, and this consciousness of the Buddha is eternal and constant..."