Bodh Gaya Temple Donates Rice and Essentials to Over 1,000 Buddhist Monks Under Sacred Bodhi Tree

The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya hosted a Mahakathin Chivardhan ceremony in which over 1,000 Buddhist monks were presented with rice and essential daily-use items under the ancient Bodhi tree. The event, part of a long‑standing tradition of charitable giving, saw devotees from across India and abroad gather to witness the distribution. The temple’s management confirmed that the donated rice was sourced from local farmers, while the daily‑use items included blankets, cooking utensils, and hygiene kits. The ceremony was conducted by senior monks in the presence of the temple’s chief abbot, who emphasized the importance of sharing sustenance with those who dedicate their lives to spiritual practice. The event reinforced the temple’s role as a center of compassion and community service for Buddhists worldwide.