The exposition of the sacred relics of Lord Shakyamuni Buddha in Arunachal Pradesh is entering its final phase with the relics scheduled to move from Bomdila to Namsai on November 14.
The six-day exposition at Thubchog Gatsel Ling (TGL) Monastery, also known as Lower Gompa, in Bomdila concluded on November 13. The relics were previously displayed at Gaden Namgyal Lhatse Monastery, popularly known as Tawang Monastery, from October 31 to November 7.
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Important points readers should notice.
The Bomdila exposition concluded on November 13.
The relics are scheduled to move to Namsai on November 14.
The Golden Pagoda will host public veneration from November 14 to 20.
Nearly 50,000 devotees had visited the exposition across the state by November 12.
More than 31,000 devotees visited Tawang Monastery during its seven-day programme.
The relics are scheduled to return to New Delhi on November 21.
The sacred relics are scheduled to be enshrined at the Golden Pagoda in Namsai, where devotees will be able to pay their respects and offer prayers from November 14 to 20.
According to the Ministry of Culture, nearly 50,000 devotees had visited the exposition across Arunachal Pradesh as of November 12. More than 31,000 devotees and visitors attended the seven-day exposition at Tawang Monastery alone.
The exposition is being organised by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the National Museum, New Delhi, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and the International Buddhist Confederation.
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Why This Matters
The exposition provides Buddhist devotees with an opportunity to pay homage to the sacred relics while highlighting Arunachal Pradesh's Buddhist traditions. It also promotes awareness of India's Buddhist heritage and encourages cultural and spiritual engagement.
The sacred Piprahwa relics are preserved at the National Museum in New Delhi. Their exposition across Tawang, Bomdila and Namsai provides Buddhist devotees an opportunity to pay homage to the relics and experience an important part of India's Buddhist heritage.
Following the conclusion of the Namsai programme, the sacred relics are scheduled to return to the National Museum, New Delhi, on November 21, 2026.
