Mahabodhi Society delegation calls on President

COLOMBO: A delegation from the Mahabodhi Society of India called on President Mahinda Rajapaksa at Temple Trees yesterday.

The delegates included Indian Lok Sabha Parliamentarian Dr. Prabha Takoor, Mahabodhi Sangamaya President Dr. K.K. Modhi, Ven. Dr. Brathan Lama, Ven. Dodangoda Rewatha and Ven. Kirama Wimala Jothi Theras.

According to the Buddhist philosophy the Mahabodhi Sangamaya is devoted to build up the Peace throughout the world, Dr. Modhi stressed.

They also said the re- construction activities of Buddha Gaya was finalised and highly appreciated the President's endeavour to uplift the Buddha Sasanaya.

The Book titled "History of Japanese Buddhism" and a copy of "Dharmadoot" written 1000 years ago, were presented to the President by Ven. Rewatha Thera on this occasion.