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Kushinagar International Airport Inauguration: Famed 'Kala Namak' Rice To Be Given As 'Prasad' To Dignitaries, Guests
Kushinagar International Airport in Uttar Pradesh (PIB)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kushinagar International Airport on 20 October. The first flight during the inaugural ceremony will arrive carrying the President of Sri Lanka, along with 125 delegates and Boudh pilgrims from the island nation, a senior government official said.
All important guests, including Ambassadors of various countries, Sri Lankan president, 25 representatives and 100 Buddha Bhikshu (pilgrims) who will attend the inauguration of Kushinagar international airport on Wednesday (October 20), will be given packets of 'Kala Namak' rice as 'prasad'.
The 'prasad' will be distributed by the Participatory Rural Development Foundation (PDRF) with the consent of the administration.
Ram Chet Chaudhary, chairman of PDRF, said, "Siddharth Nagar district is related to Lord Buddha's birth place area and Kala Namak rice of the district is known for its taste, aroma and nutritional properties.
"The Yogi Adityanath government has ensured global recognition for the rice by making it ODOP of Siddharth Nagar. When the gift of Kala Namak rice will be distributed among the Buddha followers and VVIP guests its global branding will be strengthened."
Chaudhary said, "The prasad will be given on 'Purnima' (full moon) which is important for Sanatan and Buddha religion followers from spiritual and religious point of view. It is believed that Lord Buddha broke his fast by consuming kheer of Kala Namak rice at the bank of Hiranyavati river and also distributed it among his disciples. Lord Buddha advised farmers to grow Kala Namak rice."
Notably, Kala Namak rice has been declared as ODOP for Siddharth Nagar and the state government is also making a common facility centre with Rs 12 crore.
With IANS Inputs
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