Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One” at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex, New Delhi, on 3rd January 2026 at 11 AM. In a series of social posts today, the Prime Minister called upon all those passionate about culture and Buddhism to visit the Exposition and experience the sacred heritage of Piprahwa.
PM Modi remarked that the Exposition brings together the Piprahwa relics repatriated after more than a century. It also brings the Authentic relics and archaeological materials from Piprahwa preserved in the collections of the National Museum, New Delhi and the Indian Museum, Kolkata.
Tomorrow, 3rd January, is a very special day for those passionate about history, culture and the ideals of Bhagwan Buddha.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 2, 2026
At 11 AM, the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics related to Bhagwan Buddha, ‘The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One’, will… pic.twitter.com/V6bPwZjsK7
The Piprahwa relics, sacred artefacts associated with Lord Buddha, were discovered in 1898 but removed from India during the colonial era. After appearing in an international auction in Hong Kong in 2025, concerted efforts led to their return in July last year. Apart from the relics brought back, the exhibition will also feature authentic relics and archaeological materials from Piprahwa that are preserved in the collections of the National Museum, New Delhi and the Indian Museum, Kolkata.
Here are glimpses from the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics in Delhi. I call upon all those passionate about culture and Buddhism to come to this Exposition. pic.twitter.com/gzCV0Bkl3j
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 2, 2026
PM Modi said, “This Exposition is in line with our commitment to further popularising the noble thoughts of Bhagwan Buddha. It is also an effort to further deepen the bond between our youth and our rich culture. I would also like to appreciate everyone who worked towards the repatriation of these relics.”
In another post on ?, PM Modi also praised the Ahmedabad Flower Show, which has set two Gunnies Book World records for the largest ‘flower mandala’ and largest ‘flower portrait’.
The Ahmedabad Flower Show brings together creativity, sustainability and community participation, while beautifully showcasing the city’s vibrant spirit and love for nature. It is also commendable how this flower show has grown in scale and imagination over the years. https://t.co/Ox2sY0DrgE pic.twitter.com/fT3PsuEekR
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 2, 2026
He said that the show brings together creativity, sustainability and community participation, while beautifully showcasing the city’s vibrant spirit and love for nature. It is also commendable how this flower show has grown in scale and imagination over the years.
