GBU, IBC commemorates International Abhidhamma Divas in Greater Noida

Oct 09, 2022

Greater Noida, (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 09, 2022, (ANI): The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in collaboration with Gautam Buddha University (GBU) has organised the International Abhidhamma Divas on the full moon day of Śharada Pūrņimā on 9th October, 2022 at the Gautam Buddha University (GBU) in Greater Noida. The event began with the lightning of lamp and offering of flowers to the Buddha statue by the Chief Guest & other dignitaries. Dr. Ashin Nanissara (Sitagu Sayadaw), Chancellor, Sitagu International Buddhist Academies, Myanmar graced the event with his presence as a Chief Guest. During the event, Buddhist monks presented Dhammasagani Matika Path that created a spiritual atmosphere all around. A book launch- the titled is ‘Recent Development in the studies of Abhidhamma in India’, was also showcased during the event. Eminent monks from Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Nepal, Bhutan, ambassadors based in India and other diplomats representing various countries also took part in the Abhidhamma Divas celebrations at GBU, NOIDA. Last year, The Abhidhamma Divas, was organized at Kushinagar at Mahaparinirvana Temple, where the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India was the Chief Guest. He also inaugurated the international airport at the Buddhist pilgrimage town. This is the third Flagship program of the IBC; the other two being Buddha Purnima and the Asadha Purnima.