{"id":775465,"date":"2025-11-20T21:37:02","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T21:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=775465"},"modified":"2025-11-20T21:37:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T21:37:02","slug":"bihar-foundation-bangkok-hosts-food-spirituality-evening-2025-showcasing-bihar-as-the-global-land-of-enlightenment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/bihar-foundation-bangkok-hosts-food-spirituality-evening-2025-showcasing-bihar-as-the-global-land-of-enlightenment_775465.html","title":{"rendered":"Bihar Foundation Bangkok Hosts &#8220;Food &#038; Spirituality Evening 2025&#8221; &#8211; Showcasing Bihar as the Global Land of Enlightenment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float:right; width:250px; padding:8px 10px 10px 10px;\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/upload\/2025\/11\/1763649070.jpg\" style=\"border:none !important;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29\" title=\"Bihar Foundation Bangkok Hosts &quot;Food &amp; Spirituality Evening 2025&quot; - Showcasing Bihar as the Global Land of Enlightenment\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/upload\/2025\/11\/1763649070.jpg\" alt=\"Bihar Foundation Bangkok Hosts &quot;Food &amp; Spirituality Evening 2025&quot; - Showcasing Bihar as the Global Land of Enlightenment\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" style=\"padding:0px 0px 10px 10px; border:0 solid !important;\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"quotes\">\n<div>Bihar Foundation \u2013 Diaspora Community of Bihar in Thailand, under the inspiring leadership of its Chairman Mr. Amit Kumar, successfully hosted a landmark cultural and spiritual event titled \u201cFood &#038; Spirituality Evening: Celebrating Bihar \u2013 The Land of Enlightenment\u201d on 15th November 2025<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-style:italic; padding:8px 0px;\">Under the dynamic leadership of Amit Kumar, Bihar Foundation Bangkok is emerging as a powerful cultural force in Southeast Asia, dedicated to promoting Bihar\u2019s spiritual legacy, wellness heritage, and tourism potential. The \u201cFood &#038; Spirituality Evening 2025\u201d marks the beginning of a renewed global movement\u2014uniting communities, governments, and tourism leaders to showcase Bihar as the Land of Enlightenment and a beacon of global spiritual tourism.<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Bangkok, Thailand &#8211; 20 November, 2025 &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>Bihar Foundation Diaspora Community of Bihar in Thailand, under the inspiring leadership of its Chairman <strong>Mr. Amit Kumar<\/strong>, successfully hosted a landmark cultural and spiritual event titled <strong>&ldquo;Food &amp; Spirituality Evening: Celebrating Bihar &ndash; The Land of Enlightenment&rdquo;<\/strong> on 15th November 2025 in Bangkok. The event brought together distinguished leaders, cultural icons, tourism stakeholders, and members of the Indian and Thai communities, marking a major milestone in elevating Bihar as a global centre of heritage, wellness, spirituality, and enlightenment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This celebration was not only a cultural gathering&mdash;it was a strategic roadmap to strengthen tourism bridges between Thailand and Bihar and to highlight the global importance of Bihar&rsquo;s sacred destinations, traditions, and wellness legacy.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Key Objectives of the Event<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Under the visionary guidance of Amit Kumar, Bihar Foundation Bangkok unveiled three powerful initiatives aimed at amplifying Bihar&rsquo;s spiritual and cultural identity on the global stage:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1. Launch of the Lotus Triangle (Bodh Gaya &ndash; Rajgir &ndash; Vaishali)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This unique tourism circuit was launched in collaboration with:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Sun Leisure World<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Tourism Council of Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Tourism Authority of Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>VietJet Airlines<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Hotels &amp; Tour Operators of Bodh Gaya, Rajgir &amp; Vaishali<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The initiative aims to attract <strong>20,000 tourists annually<\/strong> from Thailand to Bihar, highlighting Bihar&rsquo;s historical and spiritual significance. With strong industry backing, the Lotus Triangle is set to become an influential spiritual tourism corridor bridging Thailand and India.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2. Promoting Bihar School of Yoga as the Global Capital of Wellness<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The event emphasised Bihar&rsquo;s unparalleled contribution to the world of yoga. The internationally acclaimed <strong>Bihar School of Yoga, Munger<\/strong>, officially acknowledged and supported this initiative.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Bihar Foundation Bangkok is working to position Bihar as the <strong>epicentre of global wellness tourism<\/strong>, inviting practitioners and enthusiasts from across Southeast Asia to experience authentic yogic learning at its source.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3. Creating a Platform for Chhath Puja in Bangkok<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A dedicated cultural platform is being planned in Bangkok to enable the Bihari diaspora to celebrate <strong>Chhath Puja<\/strong> with devotion and dignity. This initiative is an important step toward preserving cultural identity while fostering community belonging for future generations.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Distinguished Dignitaries in Attendance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The event was honoured by the presence of several esteemed personalities, reflecting strong international interest in Bihar&rsquo;s cultural and spiritual heritage:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>H.E. Ambassador of Nepal, Mr. Dhan Bahadur Oli<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Dr. Chaitanyaprakash Yogi<\/strong>, Director, ICCR, Embassy of India<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Mr. Chai Arunanonchai<\/strong>, President, Tourism Council of Thailand<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Ms. Phimpha Ratanapruk<\/strong>, Deputy Director, ASEAN, South Asia &amp; Pacific<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Monk Dr. Ven. Somphong Unyo<\/strong>, Eminent Thai Monk &amp; Spiritual Influencer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Padma Shri Ajarn Chirapat<\/strong>, Renowned Thai Archaeologist<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Shri Susheel Kumar Dhanuka<\/strong>, President, India&ndash;Thai Chamber of Commerce<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Mr. Sunil Kothari<\/strong>, Leading Industrialist<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Shri Susheel Kumar Saraf<\/strong>, Global Vice President, VHP<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Along with <strong>hundreds of Bihari, Indian, Nepalese, and Thai community members<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Their presence strengthened the cultural mission of Bihar Foundation Bangkok and showcased the international respect for Bihar&rsquo;s heritage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Amit Kumar&rsquo;s Vision for Bihar&rsquo;s Global Tourism Future<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As Chairman, Amit Kumar has laid out a transformative roadmap to uplift Bihar&rsquo;s global identity. His vision includes:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<p>Positioning Bihar as the <strong>World&rsquo;s Spiritual Capital<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Creating a sustainable tourism bridge between Thailand and Bihar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Generating <strong>20,000+ annual tourist arrivals<\/strong> especially during low-season months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Empowering the diaspora to lead cultural and economic initiatives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Making <strong>Chhath Puja<\/strong> an internationally recognised festival<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Elevating the Bihar School of Yoga to a global wellness powerhouse<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">His leadership blends cultural pride, tourism development, and international collaboration into a unified strategy that benefits both Bihar and Thailand.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Foundation&rsquo;s Collaborative Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Several tourism and hospitality stakeholders have pledged strong support for these initiatives:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Tourism Council of Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>VietJet Airlines<\/strong>, offering:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>3,000 discounted tickets (40% off)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>15 complimentary tickets<\/strong> for influencer and media trips<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Sun Leisure World &ndash; Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Hotels &amp; local tourism players from <strong>Bodh Gaya, Rajgir &amp; Vaishali<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">These partnerships demonstrate a powerful cross-border commitment to promoting Buddhist pilgrimage, meditation retreats, wellness tourism, and cultural exchange.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Under the dynamic leadership of <strong>Amit Kumar<\/strong>, Bihar Foundation Bangkok is emerging as a powerful cultural force in Southeast Asia, dedicated to promoting Bihar&rsquo;s spiritual legacy, wellness heritage, and tourism potential.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>&ldquo;Food &amp; Spirituality Evening 2025&rdquo;<\/strong> marks the beginning of a renewed global movement&mdash;uniting communities, governments, and tourism leaders to showcase Bihar as the <strong>Land of Enlightenment<\/strong> and a beacon of global spiritual tourism.<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important;'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/companyname\/sunleisureworld.com_170877.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">Sun Leisure World Corporation<\/a><br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Khun Pam <br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/email_contact_us.php?pr=bihar-foundation-bangkok-hosts-food-spirituality-evening-2025-showcasing-bihar-as-the-global-land-of-enlightenment\" rel=\"nofollow\">Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 0815836668<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong>Plaza Anthenee Hotel   53 Wireless Road<br \/><strong>City:<\/strong> Bangkok<br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> Thailand<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sunleisureworld.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.sunleisureworld.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/press_stat.php?pr=bihar-foundation-bangkok-hosts-food-spirituality-evening-2025-showcasing-bihar-as-the-global-land-of-enlightenment\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bihar Foundation \u2013 Diaspora Community of Bihar in Thailand, under the inspiring leadership of its Chairman Mr. Amit Kumar, successfully hosted a landmark cultural and spiritual event titled \u201cFood &#038; 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