Unity between Sanatan Dharma & Buddhism emphasised at Kumbh

A strong message of unity between Sanatan Dharma and Buddhism was conveyed from the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, as monks, lamas, Buddhist bhikshus and Sanatan religious leaders from several countries came together, according to a statement. Three major resolutions were passed at the gathering -- one contained an appeal to end the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh and Pakistan, another was to garner support for Tibet's autonomy and the third was about a renewed commitment to strengthening the Sanatan-Buddhist unity.
The Buddhist monks led a grand procession chanting "Buddham Sharanam Gacchami, Dhammam Sharanam Gacchami, Sangham Sharanam Gacchami", aiming to spread the essence of Buddhism among the masses. The procession culminated at the Prabhu Premi camp of Juna Akhara's Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri, where the monks were warmly welcomed, the statement issued by the event organisers said.Exiled Tibetan defence minister Gyari Dolma called the event historic for fostering closeness between Sanatan Dharma and Buddhism.
The gathering served as a platform to highlight the importance of harmony and cooperation between the two traditions, with the seers emphasising their shared heritage and spiritual goals, it added. Former Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) sarkaryavah Bhaiyyaji Joshi addressed the gathering, stressing that the Maha Kumbh should be recognised globally for its message of unity and integration. He explained that the event symbolises the coming together of diverse traditions, much like the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati at the Sangam.
Bhante Nag Vansha from Myanmar, attending the Maha Kumbh for the first time, highlighted the deep similarities between Buddhism and Sanatan Dharma, emphasising their shared commitment to world peace.He expressed his wish to see India and its people prosper and thanked the Indian government for its support to Buddhist initiatives.