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International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony
India is indeed hosting the 20th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony in Bodhgaya,
Bihar, from December 2 to December 12, 2025, as organized by various like-minded
organizations. This confirms India as the host country for this significant Buddhist event in
2025, continuing its tradition of hosting the ceremony annually in Bodhgaya since 2006.
About ITCC
India is indeed hosting the 20th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony in Bodhgaya,
Bihar, from December 2 to December 12, 2025, as organized by various like-minded
organizations. This confirms India as the host country for this significant Buddhist event in
2025, continuing its tradition of hosting the ceremony annually in Bodhgaya since 2006.
Upcoming Event
Key Details
20th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony
- Event: 20th International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony
- Host Country: India
- Location: Bodhgaya, Bihar (under the Bodhi Tree at the Mahabodhi Temple)
- Dates: December 2–12, 2025
- Organizers: Various Organizations of India and LBDFI
- Participants: Monks, nuns, and devotees from countries including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Nepal, Indonesia, Vietnam, and others.
- Purpose: To recite the Pali Canon (Tipitaka) in its original form, promote global peace, and revitalize Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India.
A sacred gathering under the Bodhi Tree — fostering peace, unity, and spiritual revival.
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Mission of ITCC India
The mission of the Council as set out in the constitution of the Council
formally adopted on May 10, 2008, is as follows
| Objective | |
|---|---|
| 1 | To support, encourage and organize the annual chanting of the sacred texts of the Lord Buddha, known as the Pali Tipitaka, at Bodhgaya where the Lord Buddha was enlightened, or at other holy places. |
| 2 | To seek donors and patrons from all lands and to gather the Mahasangha of Theravadin tradition each year at the annual Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony. |
| 3 | To spread the original teachings of the Buddha throughout the holy land of Aryadesha and to dedicate the merit to all sentient beings in this world and all universe. |
| 4 | To help achieve peace, harmony and brotherhood of all humanity through the teachings and philosophy of Lord Buddha. |
| 5 | To promote co-operation, unity and good will among the Theravadin Sangha of all lands. |
| 6 | To promote mutual respect among all beings through worldwide co-operation of men and women of goodwill. |
| 7 | To promote social welfare through providing for health, education, and other basic needs. |
| 8 | To support and co-operate with other organizations, trusts, study centres, benevolent institutions and monasteries, which are engaged in activities similar to the object of the International Tipitaka Chanting Council. |
| 9 | To publish and distribute literature and provide other aids in order to propagate and disseminate Buddhist Principles. |
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Key Aspects of the Ceremony
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | To honor and preserve the Tipitaka, the oldest recorded teachings of the Buddha. To foster global Buddhist harmony and mindfulness. To spread metta (loving-kindness) and peace worldwide. |
| Participants | Monks & Nuns: Theravada Buddhist monastics lead the chanting. Lay Devotees: Buddhists and non-Buddhists join in or observe. International Representation: Includes participants from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, India, and Western countries. |
| Chanting Content | Selected suttas (discourses) from the Sutta Pitaka (e.g., Mangala Sutta, Metta Sutta). Passages from the Vinaya Pitaka (monastic rules) and Abhidhamma Pitaka (philosophical teachings). Chanting is usually in Pali, the original language of the Tipitaka. |
| Ceremony Format | Opening rituals (offerings, blessings). Group chanting in unison or alternating lines. Meditation sessions and Dhamma talks. Merit dedication for world peace. |
| Notable Events | The International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony is held annually in different countries, often hosted by major Buddhist organizations or governments (e.g., in Sri Lanka, Thailand). Some ceremonies are held at sacred sites like Bodh Gaya (India) or Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka). |
Significance
Helps maintain the oral tradition of the Pali Canon.
Strengthens global Buddhist solidarity.
Encourages mindfulness and Dhamma practice.
ITCC - INDIA CORE COMMITTEE 2025 - 26
President
Ven. Sanghasena Mahathero
Mahabodhi International Meditation Center, Ladakh
Email: sanghasena7@gmail.com
Vice President
Ven. Aggadhamma Mahathero
Namsai Pariyatti Sasana Buddhist Vihara Society, Arunachal Pradesh
Mobile: +91-9436049747, +91-8731948222
Email: venaggadhamma2014@gmail.com
Ven. Chalinda Mahathero
Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee (BTMC)
Mobile: +91-9934290864
Ven. Kassapa Mahathero
Mahabodhi Society of Bengaluru
Mobile: +91-9342175437, +91-9741887932
Email: bhante36@yahoo.com
General Secretary
Ven. Vinaya Rakkhita Mahathero
Aloka Trust
Mobile: +91-8971487522
Email: vrakkhita@gmail.com
Secretary
Mr. Rajesh Chandra
Samanvaya Seva Sansthan
Mobile: +91-6392161956
Email: chandrajesh2000@gmail.com
Joint Secretary
Ven. Vinaya Rakkhita Mahathero
Aloka Trust
Mobile: +91-8971487522
Email: vrakkhita@gmail.com
Mr. Rajesh Chandra
Samanvaya Seva Sansthan
Mobile: +91-6392161956
Email: chandrajesh2000@gmail.com
Ven. Aggadhamma Mahathero
Youth Buddhist Society of India (YBS)
Mobile: +91-6397781662, +91-8057060023
Email: ybsindia@gmail.com
Assistant Secretary
Mr. Ranjan Kumar
Light of Buddhadharma Foundation International – India
Mobile: +91-9973918560
Email: ranjanlbdfi@gmail.com
Treasurer
Ven. Bhikkhuni Sakya Dhammadinna
Bodhipakkhiya Dhamma Foundation
Mobile: +91-9667316380
Email: dhammdeena@gmail.com
Media In-Charge
Mr. Ranjan Kumar
Light of Buddhadharma Foundation International – India
Mobile: +91-9973918560
Email: ranjanlbdfi@gmail.com
Ven. Bhikkhuni Sakya Dhammadinna
Bodhipakkhiya Dhamma Foundation
Mobile: +91-9667316380
Email: dhammdeena@gmail.com
Mr. Aman Kamble
AITVÂ Mobile: +91-9930360568
Email: amankumarkamble@gmail.com
Members
Ven. Krunanand Mahathero
Aranya Vihara
Ven. Krunanand Mahathero
All India Bhikkhu Sangha
Ven. Pragya Deep Bhante
All India Bhikkhu Sangha
Mr. Abhijit Haldhar & Dr. Panth
International Buddhist Confederation
Mobile: +91-9910129982
Email: secretariat@ibcworld.org
Mrs. Poonam Devendra Sontake
Panchsheel Seva Sansthan
Mobile: +91-7498179685
Email: poonamsontake1@gmail.com, devendra.sontake@gmail.com
Mr. Raminder Singh & Mrs. Navarat Sachayan
Metta Anand Foundation
Mobile: +66-813740088
Email: mettaanandfoundation@gmail.com
Mr. Prashant Verma & Mr. Pravin Baudha
Siddharthas Intent India (Deer Park Institute / Buddha Pada Center)
Mobile: +91-9816626531
Email: info@deerpark.in
