Lord Buddha's life will always inspire world community towards compassion, peace: PM Narendra Modi

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his greetings on Monday for Buddha Purnima and emphasised that Lord Buddha's teachings continue to guide the global community towards "compassion and peace.""Best wishes to all countrymen on Buddha Purnima. Lord Buddha's messages, based on the principles of truth, equality and harmony, have been a guide for humanity. His life dedicated to sacrifice and penance will always inspire the world community towards compassion and peace," PM Modi posted on X. President Droupadi Murmu extended warm wishes to Indian citizens and Buddhist followers across the globe."On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens and the followers of Lord Buddha all over the world. The immortal message of non-violence, love and kindness given by Bhagwan Buddha, the embodiment of compassion, is the basic mantra for the welfare of mankind. His ideals strengthen our faith in eternal values of equality, harmony and social justice.His teachings inspire us to live a life based on morality," President Murmu said.She encouraged everyone to incorporate Bhagwan Buddha's principles into their daily lives to support the creation of a "building a peaceful, harmonious and developed Bharat."Additionally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted that Lord Buddha's life teachings emphasise the significance of following the path of "knowledge, compassion and non-violence.""Happy Buddha Purnima to everyone. The life of Lord Buddha, who gave the message of equality and unity to human society by following the path of knowledge, compassion and non-violence, is the confluence of thoughts, words and deeds. I pray to Lord Buddha for everyone's happiness and peace," Shah posted on X. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conveyed his warm wishes and emphasised that the enduring wisdom of Lord Buddha continues to serve as a beacon, leading humanity towards a path of peaceful coexistence and unity."On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I bow to Mahatma Buddha who is the symbol of peace, wisdom and compassion. His timeless teachings continue to guide humanity towards harmony, self-realisation and the path of righteousness," Singh posted on X. Buddha Purnima, also referred to as Vesak, commemorates three significant events in Gautama Buddha's life: his birth, attainment of enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana (death).