Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus highlighted the relevance of Buddha’s teachings in promoting peace and resolving global instability. On the occasion of the major Buddhist festival “Shubho Pravarana Purnima and Kathin Chivar Dana” on 5 October, he extended heartfelt greetings to Buddhists in Bangladesh and worldwide. He emphasized that Gautama Buddha dedicated his life to human welfare through non-violence, equality, and goodwill, aiming to build an ideal society grounded in peace and harmony. Professor Yunus also noted Bangladesh’s rich thousand-year-old Buddhist heritage, with ancient monasteries reflecting its historical significance. He praised the country’s tradition of communal harmony, where people of different religions and communities coexist peacefully. Highlighting post-July uprising aspirations, he expressed hope that efforts across religion, race, and caste will strengthen tolerance and enable the creation of a just, equitable, and humane society. He concluded by wishing the festival’s complete success.