By Chandan Singh | Page 3 News Worldwide
Bodh Gaya: The Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC) on Tuesday said it was honoured by the visit of Royal Noble Consort Chaokhun Phra Sineenatha Bilasakalyani to the Mahabodhi Temple during her stay in Bodh Gaya from January 21 to January 26, 2026.
According to BTMC, the visit held deep spiritual significance and reaffirmed the age-old cultural and religious ties between India and Thailand, rooted in their shared Buddhist heritage. During her visit, the Royal Noble Consort offered prayers at the Sanctum Sanctorum (Garbh Grih) and under the Holy Bodhi Tree, and took part in chanting and meditation sessions conducted by senior monks of the temple.
She was formally received by Dr Mahashweta Maharathi, secretary, BTMC; Dr Arvind Kumar Singh, member, BTMC; Bhikkhu Chalinda, chief monk of the Mahabodhi Temple; Bhikkhu Dr Deenanand, caretaker monk; and Bhikkhu Dr Manoj, senior monk, along with other officials of BTMC and the Gaya district administration. Special prayer ceremonies, chanting and flower offerings were organised on the occasion.
BTMC members and venerable monks presented commemorative mementos and sacred Bodhi leaves to the Royal Noble Consort inside the Sanctum Sanctorum as a mark of respect and goodwill. The mementos were specially crafted by local artisans, reflecting the region’s traditional craftsmanship.
The Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee expressed deep gratitude for the visit, describing it as a moment of pride and spiritual inspiration for devotees and Buddhists across the world.
