Kushinagar (UP), Oct 31 (PTI) A noted Buddhist monk, Bhante A.B. Gyaneshwar, passed away at a hospital in Lucknow early Friday. He was 90.

According to Buddhist Vihar officials, Gyaneshwar had been suffering from a prolonged illness and was admitted to Medanta Hospital about 20 days ago.

His mortal remains will arrive in Kushinagar and will be kept at the Burma Buddha Vihar for public homage until November 10, after which his final rites will be performed as per Buddhist rituals.

Gyaneshwar was the president of the Kushinagar Bhikshu Sangh and also served as the head of the Myanmar Buddha Vihar. He was honoured by the Government of Myanmar with its highest religious title, making him the first Indian recipient of the award.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his con

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