The relics were originally discovered in Piprahwa, in present-day Uttar Pradesh, in 1898 during British colonial rule

New Delhi: The sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha have been brought back to India after 127 long years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, noting that they were discovered in 1898 but taken away from the country during the colonial rule. It is a joyous day for our cultural heritage, Modi said in […]

PM Modi said, 'It would make every Indian proud that the sacred Piprahwa relics of Bhagwan Buddha have come home after 127 long years. These sacred relics highlight India's close association with Bhagwan Buddha and his noble teachings. It also illustrates our commitment to preserving and protecting different aspects of our glorious culture'. 📰 Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha Brought Back to India After 127 Years, Says PM Narendra Modi (See Pics).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced the return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Gautam Buddha to India, 127 years after they were taken abroad during the colonial era. The relics, discovered in 1898 in Uttar Pradesh, resurfaced in an international auction this year. 📰 Piprahwa Relics of Gautam Buddha Return to India After 127 Years, PM Narendra Modi Calls It ‘A Joyous Day for Our Cultural Heritage’ (See Pics).