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Buddha’s Holy Relics Return From Vietnam on 2 June 2025

31 May 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSBuddha’s HolyRelics Return FromVietnam on 2 June202531 May 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

After a historic tour of Vietnam, the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha were scheduled to come back to India in early June 2025.

Key facts

  • Return date: 2 June 2025.
  • Transport: an Indian Air Force aircraft.
  • Landing: Palam Air Force Station, Delhi, at about 10:00 PM.
  • Escort: a Government of India delegation headed by Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, Governor of Odisha.

Significance

  • Ends the relics’ historic tour of Vietnam.
  • Involves a high-level official delegation and Air Force transport.

Exam angle

  • Country toured: Vietnam.
  • Delegation leader: Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, Governor of Odisha.
  • Arrival point: Palam Air Force Station, Delhi.

Test yourself

1. Which country did the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha tour before returning to India?

The notes describe a historic Vietnam tour.

2. Who led the Government of India delegation escorting the relics?

The Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, led it.

3. At which place in Delhi were the relics expected to land?

Arrival was expected at Palam Air Force Station.

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