Indian Himalayan Council of Nalanda Buddhist Tradition (IHCNBT) on Thursday hosted the national conference that focussed on “Nalanda Buddhism in the 21st Century” at the Serajey Monastery in Karnataka.

This event, attended by esteemed Buddhist scholars and practitioners from across India, aimed to explore the teachings of Nalanda Buddhism and their relevance in today’s turbulent world, reported ANI.

Maling Gombu, General Secretary of IHCNBT, opened the conference by emphasising the importance of the Sera Jey Monastery as a vital center of Buddhism, particularly within the Tibetan settlement of Bylakuppe, the news agency reported.

He noted the presence of prominent monastic institutions in the nation which play a major role in serving as significant hubs for Buddhist education and practice in India.

He was quoted as saying by ANI: “The teachings of Buddhism are humanistic principles that can bring peace, compassion, and coexistence, which are critical in today’s world.”

During the conference, Guest of Honor Tulku Choddar from Namdroling Monastery spoke about the modernization and recognition of Buddhist teachings through collaborations with the NIOS education board.