On Buddha Purnima, Narendra Modi says ‘those engaged in service of humanity are true followers of Buddha’ 

Narendra Modi. 

The prime minister, Narendra Modi, addressed the nation on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, on Wednesday, in which he said those who are engaged in the service of humanity are Buddha’s true followers.

In a video message through social media, Modi said, “Those who are engaged in the service of humanity at all times, day and night, are the true followers of Buddha and this spirit keeps illuminating our lives, keeps it moving.”

The prime minister also said India was making every effort to save the life of every Indian as well as following its global obligations seriously in the face of the coronavirus, Covid-19, pandemic that has gripped the world at this moment.

Full video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Buddha Purnima message:

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