India, Jan. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

To highlight the relevance of the timeless Buddhist wisdom of social harmony, peace, compassion and mutual coexistence, a large group of international Monks and Nuns representing 40 countries attending the Global Buddhist Summit will be the honoured guests at this year's Republic Day Parade.

The event organised by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) between 24-25 January, 2026 on theme "Collective Wisdom, United Voice, and Mutual Coexistence," in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture is also an expression of India's message from the Land of the Buddha for Peaceful resolution of conflicts, global inequalities, and ecological crisis.

At a press conference today...