Archive · 31 Dec 2025
Zehanpora Excavation Reveals Kashmir's Buddhist Past
Recently, important digging work happened in a place called Zehanpora in Jammu and Kashmir.
They found very old Buddhist things there, like stupas and other items from almost 2,000 years ago.
This shows that Kashmir was a very important place for Buddhism a long time ago.
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, talked about this on a radio show.
He said that these findings show how Kashmir was a big part of Buddhist history.
There will also be a special event in Delhi to show some very old and important Buddhist relics that were found a long time ago.
This event is to remind everyone about the important teachings of Buddha and to keep these old things safe for everyone to see and learn from.
Excavation at Zehanpora in Baramulla district reveals Kushan-period Buddhist remains.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the significance of Kashmir in Buddhist history.
Kashmir was a key center for Buddhist learning and philosophy, including the Fourth Buddhist Council.
The exposition 'Lotus Light: Relics of the Awakened One' will showcase sacred Piprahwa Relics.
The event underscores India's commitment to preserving and presenting its rich spiritual heritage.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Archaeologists, Buddhist communities
- What
- Excavation of Kushan-period Buddhist remains and exposition of Piprahwa Relics
- When
- Excavation ongoing, Exposition on January 3, 2026
- Where
- Zehanpora, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir; Rai Pithora cultural complex, Delhi
- Why
- To highlight Kashmir's significance in Buddhist history and preserve cultural heritage
- Location
- Zehanpora, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir
- Period
- Kushan period, nearly 2,000 years ago
- Significance
- Highlighting Kashmir's role in Buddhist history
- Key Figures
- Emperor Ashoka, Emperor Kanishka, Nagarjuna
- Artifacts
- Stupas, structural foundations, and ancient artifacts
- Event
- Fourth Buddhist Council convened by Kanishka
- Exposition
- Lotus Light: Relics of the Awakened One
- Inauguration
- January 3, 2026 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi