Mundgod Doeguling Tibetan Settlement Observes Buddha Purnima in Theravada Tradition
Mundgod: In accordance with the directive issued by the Karnataka State Government to the Mundgod District Commissioner, and with arrangements made by the Doeguling Tibetan Settlement Office, Buddha Purnima was celebrated on 12 May 2025, the 15th day of the 3rd Tibetan month, in line with Theravada Buddhist tradition.
This sacred day marks a triple event in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni according to Theravada tradition: his birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana.
Over 300 Indian and Tibetan community members gathered at the local community hall for the occasion. The event was graced by Smt. Kumari Kavyarani, Assistant Commissioner & Sub-divisional Magistrate of Sirsi, as the chief guest. Other distinguished guests included Smt. Mangala Naik (Assistant Director, Kannada & Culture Department, Uttara Kannada), Shri Shankar Goudi (Tahsildar, Mundgod), Jigme Tsultrim (Chief Representative Officer, South Zone), Rinchen Wangmo (Settlement Officer, Doeguling), along with representatives from the Indo-Tibetan Friendship Association, Local Tibetan Assembly, Cooperative Society, former SFF organisation, and other local Tibetan civil society groups.
Prior to her arrival at the venue, the chief guest paid floral tribute at the memorial stone honouring the martyrs who gave their lives for India’s protection. She also met with former members of the Special Frontier Force (SFF) who were introduced to her at the event.
The chief guest spoke about the importance of practicing the Buddha’s teachings, which are inseparably intertwined with ancient Indian culture, and emphasised their relevance in the present time. She also expressed appreciation for the opportunity to hold such an event under the state government’s directive at the Tibetan settlement in Mundgod. She then thanked the monastic community and presented certificates to former members of SFF organisation.
The program included remarks by other dignitaries and cultural performances by students, adding colour and spirit to the event.
-Report filed by TSO, Mundgod
