A Book on Pakistan’s Buddhist Heritage in Nepali Language Launched

Kathmandu: The Embassy of Pakistan organized the launching ceremony of a book on Pakistan’s Buddhist heritage in the Nepali language, titled ‘Pakistanka Boudha Sampadhaharu,’ authored by Om Charan Amatya on July 9.

Bhim Prasad Acharya, Member of Parliament (CPN-UML), graced the event as Chief Guest. Special Guests on the occasion included U Myo Myint Maung, Ambassador of Myanmar, and Chameera Munasinghe, Charge d’Affaires, Sri Lanka. Besides, venerable monks and Buddhist scholars, political leaders, journalists, civil society members, and officials of the Pakistan Embassy and their families also attended the event.

Moreover, various universities and think tanks of Pakistan attended the event online. A. Imran Shaukat, Ambassador on Buddhist Heritage Promotion for Pakistan addressed virtually and shared details of “Pakistan’s Buddhist Heritage Promotion Initiative.”

In his remarks, Chief Guest Acharya highlighted the significance of cultural heritage. The author of the book Om Charan Amatya, in his remarks, highlighted revered sites in Pakistan, their links to Nepal and potential for spiritual and cultural value for the Nepalis and Buddhists across the world.

Abrar H Hashmi, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, said that Pakistan takes pride in its cultural heritage; has preserved it; and wants to share it both as an emotional experience with the followers and tourists alike. He commended Amatya for his meticulous work in highlighting the profound historical and cultural ties between Pakistan and Nepal. He hoped that book would go a long way in reaching to Nepali readers and bring deeper understanding and quest for research, pilgrimage and travel.