Arunachal – Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has drawn attention to the cultural and spiritual bonds between his state and Sri Lanka, rooted in the Theravada Buddhist tradition.
Meeting Sri Lankan ministers in Colombo on February 10, Mein spoke about Arunachal’s tourism prospects and highlighted the enduring socio-religious connections that continue despite geographical distance. He noted the regular exchange of monks between Namsai in eastern Arunachal Pradesh and Sri Lanka for advanced studies, Abhidhamma teachings, and religious discourses, which help spread Lord Buddha’s message of compassion and harmony.
Mein was part of an Indian delegation that travelled to Colombo to receive and facilitate the return of the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha to India.
An official statement issued on February 11 said the discussions also focused on strengthening bilateral ties under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. India’s timely assistance to Sri Lanka during periods of crisis was cited as a factor that has deepened trust and cooperation between the two nations.
