Imbibe Lord Buddha’s teachings: Sukhu
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today urged people to adopt the teachings of Lord Buddha in their daily life, as these were not only teachings but also a way of life. He participated in a programme organised on the occasion of Buddha Purnima at Sambhota Tibetan School here.
He extended his greetings on the auspicious occasion of Vaishakh Purnima and Lord Buddha’s birth anniversary and appealed to all people to imbibe his teachings. “Lord Buddha gave us the mantra of ‘Appa Deepo Bhava’, which means be your own light. This was the essence of self-reliance that continues to guide us in our journey towards building a self-reliant India,” he added.
Sukhu said that Lord Buddha’s teachings were as relevant today as they were in ancient times. “In an age marked by violence, intolerance and distrust, Buddha’s teachings offers a path of peace, compassion and tolerance,” he added.
The Chief Minister said that Lord Buddha was born, attained enlightenment and achieved ‘Mahaparinirvana’ on this very day. “This convergence of three great events makes this day sacred and deeply significant. Lord Buddha’s life was a source of inspiration that teaches us compassion, peace and humanity,” he added.
He said that in today’s world, where material pursuits often led to stress and imbalance, Buddha’s teachings showed them the path to peace, harmony and true happiness.
The Chief Minister reminisced his childhood memories associated with the school. “I had served as a Municipal Councillor in Shimla for 10 years. Many of my friends had studied here and we often played cricket in Tibetan School during winter vacation,” he added.
He felicitated Tshering Palkit Negi and Pema Dorjee with the India-Tibet Friendship Award. A cultural programme based on the traditions of Tibet, Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti was also presented. Shimla MLA Harish Janartha, Mayor Surinder Chauhan, Deputy Mayor Uma Kaushal, chief representative of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile Lhakpa Tsering, Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap were present on the occasion.
