Union MoS Law and Justice visits MIMC Leh
Leh, Jun 27: Union Minister of State for Law and Justice (Independent Charge), Arjun Ram Meghwal, visited the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC) in Leh during his recent tour of Ladakh, highlighting the importance of spiritual growth, environmental care, and inclusive development.
Welcomed by MIMC founder Venerable Bhikkhu Sanghasena, the Minister began his visit at the Buddha Park for World Peace. There, he paid respects at the statue of Lord Buddha and inspected the planned Phase III site of the park’s expansion. In a symbolic gesture promoting ecological awareness, he planted apple saplings on the campus.
Accompanied by Ladakh’s Chief Executive Councillor and Member of Parliament from Madhya Pradesh, Sandhya Rai, the Minister later attended a special ceremony at the Sambodhi Yoga and Meditation Centre within the MIMC campus.
Addressing the gathering, Bhikkhu Sanghasena shared MIMC’s journey since its establishment in 1991 and its work in areas such as education, social service, and spiritual growth. MP Sandhya Rai praised Sanghasena’s dedication, while the CEC assured continued cooperation from the Hill Council in supporting MIMC’s vision.
In his address, Minister Meghwal reflected on the ideals of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, highlighting the values of unity and justice. He lauded Sanghasena’s life of service and emphasized the importance of inner peace, environmental balance, and national harmony.
Later, Meghwal interacted with students from the Mahabodhi School, encouraging them to lead lives grounded in compassion, self-discipline, and respect for nature. His message echoed the teachings of Lord Buddha, ending with a traditional chant invoking the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha.
The ceremony concluded with tokens of appreciation from Bhikkhu Sanghasena to the visiting dignitaries, marking a day of shared purpose and spiritual exchange.
