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Having observed the miserable condition of ancient Buddhist
monuments like Stupas and monasteries in-different parts of India
and after having exhaustive discussions with various religious
groups, sects and non-government organizations, this forum “The
Buddhist Forum” was established in 2008 with their co-operation and
support.
The immediate requirement of the hour was to save all the valuable
and precious stupas, monuments and related relics of the life of
Gautama Buddha and his followers. This forum is a non-profit,
charitable organization with Honorary Advisory Members, Volunteers
and paid staff.
Yamuna Nagar, India is the
headquarter of this Forum for promotion and protection of Buddhist
architecture, art, culture and religion in India and abroad.
Our Programmes
Our main program besides protection of ancient Buddhist sites
includes organizing lectures, awareness and meditation camps, online
discussions, preparation of documentary films and publishing
magazines for promotion of Dharma as laid down by Buddha for
bringing peace and harmony in human beings and the world.
Mission
The
mission of establishing “The Buddhist Forum” as a forum is as
follows:
1. To preserve and promote all the Buddhist relics in India and the
world.
2. Organizing religious journeys to various Buddhist shrines which
have lost their existence with time.
3. Re-establishing Buddhist art and culture by establishing museums
and pilgrim centers.
4. Arranging lectures, meditation camps on the teachings of Buddha
like the ‘four noble truths,’ ‘ the eightfold path’, the ‘triple jem’
for the spread of Dharma.
Location
“The
Buddhist Forum” has been established near the old river Yamuna in
the region, once watered by river Saraswati which is said to be one
of the most sacred rivers of India in ancient times.
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