We are delighted to announce the successful completion of the Prize-Giving Ceremony for the Bandana, Buddhist Sutta & Essay Competition 2025, organized by the Nalanda Institute of Buddhist Education and graciously sponsored by Mr. Shuvranil Chowdhury, Assistant Designer at Urmi Group, Dhaka. The event took place on the auspicious occasion of Happy Pravarana Purnima at the Patiya Central Buddhist Monastery & Welfare Complex in Patiya Municipality, Chattogram, Bangladesh.
Prizes were awarded to winners in three categories: Groups A, B, and C. We also honored their guardians with flowers, celebrating their support and encouragement. Congratulations to all participants and winners! May you all reach the highest heights in your pursuits throughout life.
The ceremony was presided over by the Most Venerable Dr. Sanghapriya Mahathero, Secretary General of the Bangladesh Sangharaj Bhikkhu Mahasabha and Founder & Principal of the Patiya Central Buddhist Monastery & Welfare Complex, who delivered an inspiring Dhamma speech. We were also honored to have Mr. Kamol Chy Jouti Chowdhury, Proprietor of Chowdhury Color Zone, Patiya, recognized for his generous contributions to our institution. The program was expertly conducted by Mis Prome Barua, Sanchita Barua, and Labanno Barua.
A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Bijoy Barua Amit and all the members of Nalanda for their efforts in making this competition a success.
I had the privilege of delivering an inaugural speech, expressing my gratitude to all my Dhamma friends who supported and inspired us in organizing this event.
May all beings be happy!