In a touching tribute during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday celebrations, a special Buddhist prayer took place at Tokyo’s historic Zojo-ji Temple. The 600-year-old site, known for its deep spiritual roots in Japan, hosted the event as part of the two-week ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ campaign.
Head priest Takechi Koei San led the ceremony, chanting “Namo Amituofo” to wish Modi a long and healthy life. The Indian Minorities Federation (IMF) organized the gathering, which drew a diverse crowd of Indian expats in Japan, including Sikhs, Buddhists, and Hindus.
MP Satnam Singh Sandhu and IMF Convener Prof. Himani joined members of the Indian diaspora for the prayers. Traditional Japanese drums echoed through the temple as the priest recited mantras, adding to the solemn atmosphere.
Japanese sitar artist Akiko Kokubu also performed live, blending her passion for Indian classical music with the event. She shared that her love for the genre draws inspiration from PM Modi himself.
The Indian community in Japan used the occasion to send warm birthday greetings to Modi. They expressed hopes that he will continue guiding India toward greater success on the world stage.
Just a day earlier, the diaspora marked ‘Vishwa Sewa Pakhwada 2025’ by honoring victims of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. They praised Modi’s efforts in promoting global peace during the tribute.
Running from September 17 to October 2, the ‘Seva Pakhwada’ initiative focuses on spreading messages of peace and humanity worldwide, uniting people across faiths and borders.
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