Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said the noble teachings of Gautama Buddha have impacted countless people over centuries. In his keynote speech at the Global Buddhist Summit in New Delhi. Mr. Modi said Buddha is an understanding beyond the individual and Buddha is a thought beyond form. He stated that inspired by the teachings of Lord Buddha, India is taking new initiatives for global welfare. He added that his government has continuously spread the values of Lord Buddha.
Mr. Modi said his government improved the Buddha circuit in India and Nepal. He said that be it Kushinagar International Airport or Lumbini, where India International Centre for Buddhist Culture is being established, India is working holistically to achieve them.