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In pics: Devotion, prayers, candles and procession mark Buddha Jayanti celebrations from Dhakuria to Maidan and College Square

US consul general Melinda Pavek spotted among devotees at Mahabodhi Society of India on Thursday

My Kolkata Web Desk Published 23.05.24, 06:18 PM
A priest prepares to worship a reclining idol of Lord Buddha at the Mahabodhi Society of India near College Square on Buddha Jayanti on Thursday
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A priest prepares to worship a reclining idol of Lord Buddha at the Mahabodhi Society of India near College Square on Buddha Jayanti on Thursday

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Devotees begin to arrive at the Mahabodhi Society on Thursday. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Lord Buddha. This auspicious day is a time for reflection, compassion, and spreading love.
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Devotees begin to arrive at the Mahabodhi Society on Thursday. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Lord Buddha. This auspicious day is a time for reflection, compassion, and spreading love.

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Devotees offer garlands and incense sticks to flower-bedecked idols of Lord Buddha at the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist temple near Dhakuria bridge on Thursday morning
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Devotees offer garlands and incense sticks to flower-bedecked idols of Lord Buddha at the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist temple near Dhakuria bridge on Thursday morning

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US consul general in Kolkata Melinda Pavek too was spotted among devotees lighting a candle at the Mahabodhi Society of India on Thursday
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US consul general in Kolkata Melinda Pavek too was spotted among devotees lighting a candle at the Mahabodhi Society of India on Thursday

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A monk shows devotees a relic of Lord Buddha with torchlight at the Mahabodhi Society
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A monk shows devotees a relic of Lord Buddha with torchlight at the Mahabodhi Society

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Monks lead the prayers and puja at the Mahabodhi Society of India
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Monks lead the prayers and puja at the Mahabodhi Society of India

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It’s time for a quick selfie for this devotee at the College Square temple on Thursday
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It’s time for a quick selfie for this devotee at the College Square temple on Thursday

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Lord Buddha being worshipped to the beats of the gong at the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple at Lake Road
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Lord Buddha being worshipped to the beats of the gong at the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple at Lake Road

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A priest prays at Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple at Lake Road near Dhakuria bridge on Thursday morning
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A priest prays at Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple at Lake Road near Dhakuria bridge on Thursday morning

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Cultural performances during a Buddha Jayanti procession on Thursday. It started from Gandhi statue to Jawaharlal Nehru Road via Mayo Road, Dufferin Road, Fort William crossing, Dufferin Road and finally returned to Gandhi statue
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Cultural performances during a Buddha Jayanti procession on Thursday. It started from Gandhi statue to Jawaharlal Nehru Road via Mayo Road, Dufferin Road, Fort William crossing, Dufferin Road and finally returned to Gandhi statue

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Devotees accompany colourful plateaux carrying idols of Lord Buddha in the Maidan area
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Devotees accompany colourful plateaux carrying idols of Lord Buddha in the Maidan area

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A dragon dance as part of Buddha Jayanti celebrations at the Maidan
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A dragon dance as part of Buddha Jayanti celebrations at the Maidan

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Buddha Jayanti Lake Road Buddha Mandir Dhakuria Mahabodhi Society Of India Buddhist Temples Of Kolkata Buddhist Monks Buddhist Temple College Square Melinda Pavek Consul General
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