New Delhi, Nov 15 (PTI) The annual Tipitaka chanting ceremony and a commemorative walk symbolically retracing the footsteps of the Buddha from Jethian Valley to the sacred bamboo grove of Venuvana at Rajgir is set to take place in December in Bihar, according to officials.

The spiritual gathering at Bodh Gaya will be organised by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, and the Light of Buddha Dharma Foundation International (LBDFI), US.

The International Tipitaka Chanting Ceremony is expected to be held beyween December 2-12, with the commemorative walk scheduled for December 13-14, an official said. The dates of the event are yet to be announced officially.

The chanting ceremony continues to embody India’s commitment to preserving and

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