CJI Gavai Receives Warm Welcome During Visit To Lumbini

Officials accorded the Chief Justice of India (CJI) and his family a ceremonial welcome during their visit to Lumbini, Nepal.

Hon’ble Shri Justice Basudev Acharya, Chief Judge of the High Court of Tulsipur, Butwal Bench, led the reception on behalf of the Nepalese judiciary.

Khenpo Chimed Lhakyal Lama, the District Judge of Rupandehi District Court, and other local dignitaries also greeted the CJI.

The occasion underscored the close ties and mutual respect between judicial institutions in India and Nepal.

Visit to Lord Buddha’s Birthplace

As part of their visit, the CJI and his family were taken to the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha at Lumbini.

Officials presented several historic and culturally significant sites in the region to them, and the world recognises the area as one of the most important pilgrimage destinations.

Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage site, attracts thousands of visitors annually from across the globe for its spiritual and cultural heritage.

The guided tour for the Indian delegation included key landmarks commemorating Lord Buddha’s life.

The Chief Justice of India expressed heartfelt thanks for the hospitality extended to him and his family.

In a statement, he acknowledged the warmth and graciousness of his hosts, noting that the visit had been a memorable experience of cultural and spiritual significance.

The visit reflects ongoing efforts to deepen people-to-people and institutional ties between India and Nepal.

Senior members of Nepal’s judiciary and local officials attended the welcome ceremony. They highlighted the importance of fostering goodwill across borders through such exchanges.

By visiting Lumbini and engaging with Nepalese dignitaries, the CJI added a symbolic dimension to judicial diplomacy. This visit underscored the shared heritage rooted in Buddhism and the rule of law.

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