Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha

On 11th February 2026, the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha returned to India following a week-long public exposition at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

  • The Holy Relics were taken abroad for their first-ever international exposition.

Devnimori Relics: An Overview

Origin Site

  • The relics were discovered at the Devnimori archaeological site near Shamlaji in Gujarat’s Aravalli district, a location of great significance as an ancient Buddhist center.

Excavation History

  • The site was first scientifically explored in 1957 by Prof. S. N. Chowdhry.

Key Archaeological Discoveries at Devnimori

Relic Casket

  • A stone casket made of green ....
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