Leh, April 30 -- The sacred Piprahwa relics of the Buddha was accorded a ceremonial reception on arrival in Leh on Wednesday, as people poured out of their homes and gathered along the roads to pay respect.
The reception ceremony, with religious figures and government officials in attendance, witnessed traditional performances, ceremonial honours and sacred rituals, reflecting the region's rich Buddhist heritage.
This marks the beginning of marking a rare and significant spiritual occasion in the Union Territory of Ladakh with an exposition for the public to be held in the first two weeks of May.
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena accorded a ceremonial welcome to the sacred relics at the Technical Area of Leh airport after they were ...