Patna: In a significant development, the ‘Royal Bhutan Temple’ was formally consecrated in Bihar’s Rajgir on September 4, marking a moment of spiritual and diplomatic significance.
The temple was formally consecrated by His Holiness The Je Khenpo, Chief Abott of Bhutan, marking a significant milestone in India-Bhutan relations.
The newly constructed Buddhist temple was inaugurated in accordance with Bhutanese traditional rituals in presence of Prime Minister of Bhutan, Tshering Tobgay, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and representatives of both countries.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their shared commitment to strengthen the bond between the two countries.
The Union Minister in a post on X said that he is blessed to attend a deeply spiritual occasion filled with sacred prayers, solemn ceremonies & vibrant cultural performances at sacred Rajgir in Bihar.
He underscored that the consecration reflects the timeless bond of faith, culture & friendship between our peoples of India and Bhutan.
A deeply spiritual occasion filled with sacred prayers, solemn ceremonies & vibrant cultural performances at sacred Rajgir in Bihar.
This consecration reflects the timeless bond of faith, culture & friendship between our peoples of India and Bhutan. @tsheringtobgay https://t.co/XnRWPAV1JL pic.twitter.com/77oe5Zuxan— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) September 4, 2025
Sharing his delight, the Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on the occasion said that the temple will further strengthen the bonds of friendship between Bhutan and Bharat.
“This temple is not just a religious structure — it is a symbol of trust, confidence, and deep-seated genuine friendship between our two countries,” said PM Tobgay.
PM Tobgay added that to have a Buddhist temple in Rajgir, Bodh Gaya, is deeply appropriate and meaningful.
I had the privilege of visiting Nalanda University today. Humbled by its legacy that shaped Bhutan’s Vajrayana traditions, and inspired by students & faculty carrying its spirit forward. Invited them to Bhutan’s Global Peace Prayer Festival this Nov. pic.twitter.com/fDvmDet0KK
— Tshering Tobgay (@tsheringtobgay) September 3, 2025
Earlier on Wednesday, PM Tobgay also paid a visit to the Nalanda University. The Bhutanese PM in a post on X underscored the connect between the ancient Nalanda University and Bhutan’s Vajrayana traditions.
