state government is implementing an action plan to spread teachings of
Gautam Buddha worldwide from Telangana by reviving the old Buddhist temples
spread in different parts of the state.
He said that the propagation of Buddhism on Telangana soil is a matter of
pride for all as he noted that the roots of Telangana’s social life and
culture are deeply embedded in Buddhism.
The Buddhist sites (Aramas), erected on the banks of river Krishna and
Godavari rivers and dating back thousands of years, are the evidence of the
spread of Buddhism in Telangana. The Chief Minister said that the
‘Buddhavanam’ which has been developed with international standards at
NagarjunaSagar by the state government is attracting tourists from all over
the world.
On the occasion of birth anniversary (Jayanti) of Gautam Buddha, called
Buddha Pournima, KCR, as the Chief Minister is popularly known, extended
his greetings to the people.
He asserted practicing the teachings of Gautama Buddha will help mankind to
achieve utopian life and the enlightenment of living in harmony with
nature, love, compassion, non-violence taught by Lord Buddha are imperative
for today’s society.
KCR said that it is a proud moment for every Indian to live on the land
from where Buddha taught noble principles of peaceful coexistence to the
entire world of humanity 2500 years ago.
