Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that it is a matter of immense delight that on the occasion of Buddha Purnima yesterday, the ‘Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata’ was inaugurated in Leh. In a social media post, Mr Modi said, these revered relics are linked to the Piprahwa Stupa in Kapilavastu and were excavated in the closing years of the nineteenth century.

He said, they embody the enduring teachings of Lord Buddha. The Prime Minister said, the exposition will continue till 14th of May and in the coming days, it will also travel to Zanskar. He said, it offers a valuable opportunity for people from across Ladakh to pay their respects. Mr Modi said, it will also boost spiritual and cultural tourism in Ladakh.