Kathmandu, May 1 -- The Indian Embassy in Nepal on Friday celebrated Buddha Jayanti in Lumbini in collaboration with the Lumbini Development Trust and Lumbini Buddhist University.

The event saw a Buddhism-themed Kathak dance performance and prayers.

In a post on X, the Embassy said, "Embassy of India in Nepal celebrated Buddha Jayanti in Lumbini in collaboration with the Lumbini Development Trust and Lumbini Buddhist University. The highlights included a painting exhibition by school students, chanting of prayers by monks from India & Nepal, and a vibrant cultural evening."

"The cultural event featured a Buddhism-themed Kathak dance performance by an ICCR troupe led by Ms. Deepti Gupta and a musical presentation by a Nepali band led by...