BPKF in association with Embassy of India, Kathmandu organized a special event to mark the auspicious occasion of Ashadha Purnima. Representatives from various Buddhist sects and monasteries in Nepal participated in this celebration. Ashadha Purnima marks the moment when Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his initial five ascetic disciples at Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh. This sermon, which took place after Lord Buddha's enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, introduced us to the 'Four Noble Truths' and the 'Noble Eightfold Path'. This day is also recognized as the ‘First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma’. The celebrations featured ceremonial prayers conducted by the Theravada Sangha, Mahayana Sangha, and Vajrayana Sangha. These were followed by the recitation and dedication of prayers from the Buddhist Sutras.